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Sacramento Venue Page | Ace of Spades at 1417 R St, Sa

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About The Empire - Sacramento

The Empire at 1417 R Street is the historic space that became Ace of Spades in 2010, continuing its legacy as a premier live music venue in downtown Sacramento. Operated by Live Nation, Ace of Spades hosts a wide range of artists in a general-admission, standing/concert environment with configurations that can accommodate roughly 1,000 to 1,200 attendees depending on the show. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning guest, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you plan your night—from seating and capacity to parking, transit, and nearby hotels and dining options.

Tip: secure your seats early for high-demand performances and check the event-specific seating arrangements on the day of the show. The venue sits in downtown Sacramento near several parking options, including paid lots and garages within a short walk. Sacramento’s RT Light Rail runs behind the venue, with late-evening service making rail a convenient option after events. For convenient stays and meals, consider nearby hotels like Hyatt Regency Sacramento and other downtown properties, along with recommended restaurants to fuel up before or after a show. We’ve highlighted trusted affiliate partners for easy booking when available, helping you find reliable lodging and dining connected to your event experience.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address/location: The Empire space is at 1417 R Street, Sacramento, CA (historic Empire address; today recognized as Ace of Spades at 1417 R St, Sacramento, CA 95811).
  • Renamed/relocated: The Empire Events Center space effectively became Ace of Spades in 2010, marking a rename/rebrand of the venue.
  • Venue type: Historically a nightclub/live-music venue; now operates as Ace of Spades, a live music venue under Live Nation.
  • Capacity: Empire-era details are sparse, but the current occupant, Ace of Spades, lists a capacity around 1,000–1,200 depending on configuration (typical GA/Showroom setup ~1,000; some sources cite up to 1,200).
  • Seating chart: Ace of Spades is primarily a general-admission, standing/concert space; event-specific seating charts exist, but there is no fixed seating chart for Empire-era venues.
  • Parking: Nearby options include street parking and lots/garages within a short walk; the venue explicitly notes nearby paid lots (e.g., SEIU lot) and ParkWhiz options.
  • Transit: Sacramento RT light rail runs behind the venue; last trains run around late evening (roughly 11:31 PM), making rail a feasible transit option.
  • Nearby hotels: Hotels such as Hyatt Regency Sacramento and other downtown properties are within a short walk or a brief ride from the venue.