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NE | Blues Music Venue & Nightclub in Lincoln, NE

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About Zoo Bar - NE

Welcome to Zoo Bar - NE, a beloved blues music venue nestled in downtown Lincoln along Boehmer Street. With a storied history of live acts and a close-knit, intimate setting, Zoo Bar offers a unique concert experience for fans of blues, roots, and classic rock. The venue holds approximately 125 people, prioritizing a standing-room atmosphere with limited seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. Whether you’re catching a favorite act or discovering new talent at Zoofest, secure your seats and plan ahead with our handy venue guide.

Below you’ll find practical details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations and dining to make your night seamless. We’ve got you covered with trustworthy tips and direct links to trusted partners for hotels and restaurants near Zoo Bar - NE.

Parking is convenient with nearby garages like University Square Garage (101 N 14th St), US Bank Tower Garage (233 S 13th St), Rampark Garage (1225 P St), and M Street Parking Garage (1318 M St). Downtown Lincoln is served by StarTran, with routes and trip planning available on StarTran’s official site to help you navigate to Zoo Bar - NE. For visitors staying overnight, consider close-by hotels such as The Kindler Hotel (216 N 11th St) and Graduate Lincoln (141 N 9th St) for easy access to downtown destinations. When Zoofest or other events draw crowds, street closures may occur around Boehmer Street, so plan a little extra time for travel. For the best overall experience, arrive early to enjoy nearby dining options and secure a good spot inside the venue. We’ve included affiliate recommendations for convenient hotel stays and local dining partners to help you get the most out of your visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: 136 N. 14th St., Lincoln, NE 68508 (downtown Lincoln; Boehmer Street area).
  • Venue type: Blues music venue/nightclub with a long history of live acts.
  • Capacity: Approximately 125 people (booking/venue listings).
  • Seating policy: Seating is not guaranteed; venue is primarily standing room with limited tables/chairs on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Parking: Nearby garages include University Square Garage (101 N 14th St), US Bank Tower Garage (233 S 13th St), Rampark Garage (1225 P St), and M Street Parking Garage (1318 M St).
  • Transit: Downtown Lincoln is served by StarTran; planning/trip tools are available via StarTran’s routes page.
  • Nearby hotels: The Kindler Hotel (216 N 11th St) and Graduate Lincoln (141 N 9th St) are nearby in downtown/Haymarket.
  • Notable events: Zoofest music festival is held at Zoo Bar; events often cause street closures in the area.
  • Renamed/renovation note: The street around the venue is now Boehmer Street, named after former Zoo Bar owner Larry Boehmer.