Buffalo, NY · Est. 1911
The Music. The People. The Experience.
Buffalo's iconic 800-capacity live music venue, tucked into the heart of historic Black Rock since the silent-film era.
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All Shows
Next On Stage
A Buffalo
landmarksince 1911.
Originally the Try-It Theatre, then the Unity, now The Showplace — this Grant Street stage has been Black Rock's beating heart for over a century.
From silent films to Goo Goo Dolls, Fall Out Boy to Lil Jon, we've hosted the artists who shape pop culture — and the locals who built this city.
Our Story →EST. 1911
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Who's Played Here
Goo Goo DollsTragically HipGodsmack
Smash MouthIncubusFall Out Boy
Lil JonVanilla IceRatt
SlaughterJohnny WinterGlenn Hughes
Ying Yang TwinsLisa LisaStevie B
Benny The Butcher+ many more
800
Capacity
115
Years Old
2
Floors + Balcony
100+
Major Acts
RENTALS
Your event,our stage.
Weddings, corporate events, private concerts, fundraisers — The Showplace's full bar, balcony lounge, pro lighting, and 800-person capacity make it Buffalo's most flexible event space.
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