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About The Slowdown
The Slowdown is a versatile live music venue in downtown Omaha, part of a Saddle Creek Records mixed-use development. With a seating configuration that adapts to each show, it offers a dynamic experience for fans and artists alike. The venue has hosted notable acts and events over the years and remains a staple of Omaha's music scene.
Whether you’re catching a large concert or a more intimate set in the Front Room, you’ll find convenient parking, solid transit options, and nearby accommodations and dining to suit a night out. We’ve got you covered with practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit.
Venue details at The Slowdown include a main floor that is largely general admission standing, a balcony with some reserved seating, and a Front Room for smaller acts. Capacity varies by configuration, commonly cited as 470 seats in the opening era and up to 750 total. An on-site 138-space lot behind the venue is free for patrons, with additional metered street parking nearby. Public transit is convenient, with Omaha Metro Route 13 at 14th & Cuming and ORBT/rapid service stops within reach. The Slowdown sits at 729 North 14th Street, Omaha, NE 68102, in a neighborhood rich with culture and nightlife.
Nearby hotels and dining options provide easy extensions to your night. The Cambria hotel sits across the street, with other downtown accommodations within walking distance. For stays before or after the show, consider recommended local dining options and trusted hotel partners to maximize convenience and value.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 729 North 14th Street, Omaha, NE 68102
- Capacity: commonly cited as 470 seats (opening era) and 750 total venue capacity depending on configuration
- Venue type: multi-use live music venue within a Saddle Creek Records mixed-use development
- Seating chart: main floor mostly general admission standing; balcony with some reserved seating; Front Room for smaller acts
- Parking: 138-space on-site lot behind the venue (free for patrons); metered street parking nearby
- Transit: nearby Omaha Metro bus routes (e.g., Route 13 at 14th & Cuming); ORBT/rapid service stops nearby
- Nearby hotels: Cambria across the street; other downtown hotels within walking distance
- Notable events: Bright Eyes at Slowdown (June 7, 2007); Pavement listening party (Dec 19, 2008); Broken Social Scene (Oct 14, 2008); Conor Oberst and the Mystic Valley Band shows (2013)