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About The Howard

The Howard Theatre in Washington, DC, is a historic performance venue located at 620 T St NW in the Shaw neighborhood. Since its renovation and reopening in 2012, it has stood as a modern space for live music and events, echoing the rich legacy of legendary performers who graced its stage. With a theatre seating capacity around 600 and a total capacity up to 800 (depending on configuration), The Howard offers versatile spaces for concerts, comedy, and private events. Whether you’re catching a show, booking a private gathering, or planning a conference, we’ve got you covered with practical seating layouts, parking guidance, transit options, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to fit your plans.

Proximity matters when you’re traveling for a night out or a multi-day event. The Howard sits about half a mile from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center and just a short stroll from the Green and Yellow line Shaw-Howard U Metro station. On-site reserved parking is available for clients and vendors, with additional nearby options at Progression Place and flexible parking arrangements through SpotHero. After the show, consider nearby hotels in Shaw and Logan Circle for easy access, plus a variety of dining options to suit any mood. If you’re planning a corporate or private event, The Howard offers adaptable spaces and strong AV support to help your gathering run smoothly. Secure your seats through us for a straightforward, friendly buying experience—like you’ve got a guy on the inside who knows the right connections.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • DC – The Howard Theatre: address 620 T St NW, Washington, DC 20001; historic entertainment venue with a 12,000 sq ft space; theatre seating capacity about 600, with total capacity around 800 (standing); banquet/classroom configurations up to ~300–325; capacity figures vary by source (600 seated, 750–800 total in some configurations).
  • DC – Parking & transit: located ~2 blocks from Shaw-Howard U Metro (Green/Yellow lines); on-site reserved parking for clients/vendors; additional nearby parking options include Progression Place (1825 7th St NW) and SpotHero arrangements.
  • DC – Access: about 0.5 miles from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center; hotels within walking distance in Shaw/Logan Circle area.
  • DC – Notable events: historically hosted Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Miles Davis, Louis Armstrong; reopened after renovation in 2012 as a modern performance space.
  • SF – The Howard SF: address 661-667 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94105; two adjacent brick-and-timber buildings totaling ~35k sq ft (661 Main Building and 667 Flex Space).
  • SF – Capacity & spaces: 661 – two floors, ~15,000 sq ft; 661 seating 250, standing 650+; 667 – ~18,000 sq ft across three floors; 667 seating 300–400, standing 650+; total venue capacity up to ~800 guests.
  • SF – Parking & transit: located steps from Moscone Center; central to Yerba Buena/Moscone hotels; multiple nearby parking options and convenient public transit access.
  • SF – Notable events: hosts corporate and tech events; recent builds include Google Pixel House, Deloitte, Cloudflare, etc.; venue supports in-house AV and flexible configurations.