The Van Buren is a great venue to see a concert. The atmosphere is very chill and Ive never felt cramped in large groups compared to other venues. You should have a good view of the stage nearly anywhere in the place, and Im a short human.It is not incredibly large in size, but its also not small. They have a full bar and the staff is friendly.

This venue is pretty good... You can buy better seats up in the mezzanine. They were great seats. I would recommend bringing ear plugs with you though as the sound can get a little bit loud! (getting older...) The bathrooms were clean and well lit. My wife and I enjoyed ourselves at the Ice Nine Kills concert!

My favorite venue! Great acts, gorgeous interior, good sound, amazing atmosphere every time. I miss it so much!

Saw orville peck here and it was amazing! Easy to get in. Bathrooms were huge. More than one bar to get a drink from. Parking is a drag, so dont expect a spot. But theres pizza right next door too so that was a bonus!

Excellent concert venue. Large enough to have fun, but small enough that the show still feels intimate. Mezzanine seats were a great place to see and record video from, and featured a bar with drinks and food brought by a server. This time I saw highly suspect who put on an amazing show. Looking forward to seeing Armin Van Buren here in a few months.

I saw The Midnight here in 2019 and had a blast. The facility is nice and the upstaurs area was great!. They also have great bartenders and excellent beer on tap. Awesome place to see a concert.

This place was great. We sat in the VIP and from the point of contact with the nice lady that I emailed back and forth so my experience was perfect with. To show night, it was awesome. The staff was very friendly which is great considering the area where its at. And to see top names artists in a close intimate environment, makes the show rock more and makes you leavening the event so hyped and wanting more.

I love this place. I remember going to school at ASU years ago when they were renovating the building and hoping that it would be something cool when they were done. Well, they definitely delivered. The Van Buren is a beautiful music venue and there is so much attention to detail in the way it was designed. The aesthetic is great. The space is big enough where you dont feel cramped but small enough to where you can see from anywhere in the venue, even at sold out shows. I have been to numerous shows here and have always had a great experience. Everyone working there from security to the bartenders have been extremely friendly and helpful. I love how there is always a variety of events - from concerts to dance parties and more. Something for everyone for sure. They get some awesome people booked here, too. Always a great experience and a venue that I think Downtown Phoenix really needed. Love it there!

This venue was DOPE. I think Chon brought their own lighting and stuff but the venue was clean and open and awesome. Available drinkable water and clean restrooms nearby which was awesome. In a cool area of downtown too, near a lot of food. Go here!

It was the best concert I have ever been in my life. I LOVE Two Door Cinema Club. They are my favorite band, and being on the third row, so close to them and being able to enjoy the concert, was definitely a coming true. The place is great!

Great place to see a show! Weve never been here before but my husband bought tickets 4 months ago for Tyler Childers. They sold out quick. If you get there a couple of hours earlier you can meet the band as they come off the bus. We got there an hour earlier and missed them. The line was already around the building but we still got our food and drinks pretty fast. The lines were much longer 30 min later. It was amazing how close to the band you can get! The pulled pork Frys were delicious but small for $10! The 24 oz beer was $10. But considering we only paid $28 for our tickets it was worth it.

This is a really sweet venue. It has an old timey vibe, its small and intimate, and you can see the stage no matter where you are. The restroom is big and very clean. The bar has a nice selection. They also have outside seating, and they are connected to a pizza place so you can grab food before to show. Beautiful venue. I saw Sleater-Kinney there and the show was exceptional.

Love this venue in DTPHX. Amazing bands come through here, and come and go by the blink of an eye! Definitely get set up with email notifications or follow them on social media to keep up on who is coming into town! The venue itself is beautiful, and as long as you are taller than the average person or make it to the balcony level, there is not a bad seat in the house ;)

This is by far my favorite music venue in Phoenix! I love when I see that my favorite band is playing here! The venue is a good size and its really clean. There is the main floor and then an upper area. I love it so much though!

I like this venue for shows, but the general admission, standing room only, is for the birds. My legs, hips, ankles, and lower back started hurting an hour into the show. And there was no where to sit, close by the stage, to enjoy the bands performing. Other than that, very cool venue!

Love coming here for concerts !! The interior is so awesome and the patio area is great too ! By far my favorite local small venue !!!!

First time here. Came for Trey Anastasio and Band. Awesome concert and awesome venue. Ive been wanting to check out the Van Buren for a while. It did not disappoint. I appreciate that the floor is mainly standing and that there is a balcony for those who want to sit upstairs. Lots of bars for alcohol and the bathrooms are kept clean.

One of the nicest if not the best venues in Arizona. Drinks are reasonably priced and sound is amazing from the back to the front. They have a balcony so you can go and be away from the crowds. Employees were fast and efficient. Was extremely impressed with this place and will be back for any show I wanna see. Wow!

Love this location. One of my favorite concert venues in the Valley. Have seen multiple shows here from Cypress Hill to Dance Gavin Dance. Staff is always friendly and the premium seating is always worth it

Just came back from watching the Yacht Rock Revue perform. They were great!! I definitely would come back to The Van Buren again!!

Probably the best live music venue currently in Phoenix. Helpful, friendly staff, comfortable space, good sound system. Upstairs balcony/lounge is a great touch. Stylish joint with a solid parade of well known performers coming through.

Very cool venue. This was my first time attending a show here so I wasnt sure what to expect. Parking was simple at one of the many lots close by ($5 to park for a downtown event is a bargain in my experience). Entry into the venue was easy as well. Security was ever present but cool. I didnt see any harassment. The main entrance is awesome with the chandeliers and the bar was well staffed.In the ballroom, there really isnt a bad place to be. The band was always visible in this big open room. The sound system definitely kicks! While I prefer a bit more highs in the overall mix, the low end was astounding. You could feel the bass punching you in the chest and I love that!Overall, a great experience. Ill definitely be back for more.

100% obsessed with this venue. It’s absolutely huge but we were able to see the stage easily and didn’t have to fight for a spot. Drinks were on pointe. I was shocked they actually made a proper old fashioned and it was great. Upper seating de k is a great option when buying tickets. Looking forward to the Madonna dance party.

The Van Buren is one of the best venues downtown. Lots of space, bleachers, great bar, and merchandise space for acts... Great sound system, clean bathrooms, plenty of stalls (I know TMI)!

Cant say enough about this place. Such a cool venue. The staff super friendly. My only complaint and its small is there is no bathroom upstairs. Keep up the great work and cant wait to go back and be a VIP

The Van Buren is my favorite venue in Phoenix. They tend to have and run the most organized shows. The floor layout is great and its easy to see the stage.

Staff is great. Sound was great. This is an awesome venue. Not too big. Not too small. Bathrooms are conveniently located so dont need to battle the whole crowd to get to and from your spot on the floor.

Have been attending shows here since 2017 and never have a bad time. the venue is consistently clean, facilities well-stocked, staff and security are friendly. the walls next to the stage are painted with desert scenery and as an Arizona native, that brings me a lot of joy. excellent atmosphere. genuinely stoked when a band i like comes to this venue.

This was a awesome venue for seeing a band, very well maintained building, with available viewing from two floors, great sound, super nice security, located in an easily found location just off the interstate. Perfect size for enjoying your favorite group, a more personal setting rather than feeling a million miles from the performance. I totally recommend this place, I had a fantastic first experience here seeing Chromeo here, and you will enjoy your favorites here too.

Super Nostalgic. Great venue. Excellent location.

I visited The Van Buren on October 21 for Maggie Rogers. The show was fantastic. I really enjoyed this venue. It was very nice and clean; a pretty classy spot. It wasnt very large which was great because the performances felt more intimate. Id highly recommend visiting. It was my first time at this venue and I had no complaints whatsoever. In fact, this would have to be my favorite venue Ive ever visited; I definitely plan on checking out more shows.

80s Show was a hoot, The staff was polite and friendly. Canned wine only was a drag, but they really dressed up the place. Find your own parking somewhere, and be prepared to stand a bunch. Maybe go with VIP upstairs and spend a few bucks more for a seat and a view.

Such a great venue! Plenty of space, clean bathrooms, never too long of a line at the bar and they have food! Only problem is there isnt too much parking.

Went to a music concert at this venue in the evening. First of all be aware that there is only one public parking lot that I found close to the venue and they charge about $15 to $20 to park. The other lot is for a church and is closed. And if youre lucky you can find a metered parking space somewhere along the streets and you do have to still pay I believe its $1.00 an hour. The new meters allow you to use a debit card but if you get an older meter youre stuck using only coins so be aware. And there is no secure parking. The venue looks very new and clean inside and out. visibility located. Security checks you in and checks IDs for drinking. Various typical items not allowed like most venues. You wait in line outside to enter. Inside the bar is big and available. Food and drinks are served upstairs if you pay for premium seats. Downstairs is mostly standing to watch the concert with general admission. There are benches also available to sit downstairs for an additional charge. You can upgrade to any seating once you enter the venue. Debit or cash is welcome. Even a tab if you sit upstairs for the venue. The sound is great and the venue feels close and personal. The bathrooms are big with multiple stalls and sinks to use and very clean for a venue. Great place to see a concert. Just my experience. Enjoy

Wonderful two floor venue with great sound system. Clean with a nice aesthetic.Standing is the name of the game for general admission and the ground level, though, they sometimes roll out seats up closer to the stage. Premium/VIP seats are on the second level balcony as well.Decent craft beer selection at the bar. A tall costs about $12. There is a bar inside and outside of the concert proper.Would go to again.

First time at the Van Buren, visiting from Colorado. I really enjoyed that the venue is really wide. There really isnt a bad view on the floor from anywhere. Acoustics if you are too far on the side stage are missing but moving more towards the middle fixed that.

Great little venue and the 80s hangover concert was awesome

Great place to see a band. Not too big but also not too small. Sound is very good (depends whos doing the mixing). Easy to get a drink but craft beer options are limited. Parking is not bad if you go a block or two away. One of my favorite venues in Phoenix.

I went to a concert here last night & everyone from security to the bartenders and the show were absolutely amazing!!I’ve been to the Van Buren several times and it’s by far my fave concert venue in Phoenix!The location is downtown but just out of the heart of the mess but still close enough to all of the action!!You can always count on a great show and a fun time here!!!I’ll be back soon!!

Nice and spacious venue for shows and small concerts!

I absolutely love the Van Buren! We have gone multiple times for 90s Hip Hop Dance Party night and also the Nsync vs. Backstreet Boys night! It was a packed house for each event.I like the fact that they have three bars in the venue making it easy to get a drink. The patio area is great for a late night snack, a cold drink from the outside bar and just hanging out with friends outdoors.I also very much appreciate the security. I always feel safe here!

Great venue for friends to meet up. Great attendees. Performed searches to keep us all safe. Great drinks. Live music

Very cool place for a concert. No lines, handicap parking right in front, great security, fun bartenders and easy entrance into the venue. Was entertained by Black Jacket Symphony who gave us a great performance of the Pink Floyd Tribute Band

Looks to be a new building. The air was cranked and the sound was good. The restrooms were in good shape all evening. Dont be fooled going in there are two more large bars inside. Go to the far bar on the east side of the building, the lines are the shortest. But be warned a 24 ounce beer is $12. Also, this venue was supposedly sold out, but was not crazy crowded.

This is a great venue! There was a long line to get in, but it moved pretty quickly since everyone was so well organized. My only suggestion is that of youre short like me and, make sure to get there extra early to get a good view, or get the VIP tickets to have the balcony.

Love this place. I came here to see Earthgang and everything about the experience was great. If theres one thing to note, parking can be challenging but thats it. Friendly staff and really cool venue.

Love the Van Buren... Big, Open Space... Great Drinks, Clean Bathrooms (lol) and the staff is always wonderful... We’ve gone to about a dozen of their concerts (Blackalicious, Ziggy Marley, Chromeo, Allen Stone, etc) and events and have NEVER been disappointed! Thanks for bringing legend, Common on Sunday night! Amazing show! Can’t wait to come back to the Van Buren!

Great venue for live music. Open center floor with over hanging balconies for an awesome view. Bars are upstairs and down. One of my favorite live music venues in Phoenix.

Our first time visiting The Van Buren was for Roller Disco Party. It was awesome. My wife and I were amazed at how many people dressed up for the night. We are looking forward to the next Disco night.This venue is really nice. There were at least 3 different bars and plenty of balcony space.I am definitely looking forward to coming back for some concerts.

This place is pretty awesome! We got free tickets to the show that was playing, and upon entry we got more free tickets to an upcoming event! Drinks are a little pricy, but when arent they?? Great layout, cheap parking!

This place is one of the best venues for a concert I’ve ever been to. The stage and floor are smaller so you get a great view no matter where you stand. The outside bar serves the best concert venue food I’ve ever eaten. The barque brisket is absolutely to die for. As far as drink are concerned, I tried their honey badger and take it from me. You have no idea alcohol is in there so you always done it quick and want another one. The staff is also friendly, even security which is unusual for places like this. Well I’ve enjoyed both concerts I experienced and look forward to me next.

Stunning! Good acoustics (at least where we were on the ground, stage left), good sound production. We saw Iron and Wine there recently and were totally impressed by the renovations. Definitely my favorite venue now, although I think accessibility options could be clearer both on their site and during the ticket purchase process. Basically plan on getting there when doors open (theres dining outside) if you want to score a seat in the small bleacher area or at one of a few cocktail tables around the parameter. Theres a balcony as well, but its stair accessible and requires a wristband. The main floor is ground level, which is great for wheelchair access but its also standing room apart from the options above. If you are in a wheelchair, you might want to call and ask if they have a more accessible option that doesnt compromise your view/experience.

My favorite Phoenix venue! It takes no time at all to get in and out of this place. Bar service is quick and their beer selection is killer. Sounds quality is awesome and tickets are decently priced.

Gorgeous venue! Every spot in the house has a good view. Nice bars - easy to access, short lines.

Clean! Nice! Roomy! The AC works! Honestly my new favorite venue in Phoenix. The staff is really friendly, its got great pizza, and its honestly just a good place to see a show.

This place is whey hip great for the face of Phoenix and an excellent venue for music. Ive seen a Led Zeppelin cover band and Rob Thomas for his Christmas show last week. Both were awesome great light system great acoustics and if you feel that you are in on the action. I know that Marilyn Manson played there a few weeks ago but I did not attend. If you have the opportunity to go to this venue for any show do not miss it youll be sorry

Very organized. The security was on it. The weed heads got booted straight out the back door. The sound and light techs made the show for me. Drink prices were reasonable. Inside was nice, well maintained.

A fantastic music venue with great acoustics and plenty of room with plenty of bar space to get served quickly. The facilities are clean and well laid out. The balcony is a great place to watch the show if you cant stand for a few hours.

Awesome venue! Definitely opt for premium seating. The staff is fun, and very accommodating. Great times!

Love this place! Very awesome in so many ways from walk up bar to nice big clean restrooms. The look of the place inside has a very unique look compared to other venues.seeing bands there is such a great experience. You really got to check this place out!

Really cool music venue that opened recently in downtown Phoenix. A large bar, satellite bars, a very nice mezzanine that looks down on the floor, and a good size stage. This might be the only place that you are actually tempted to take pictures in the bathroom of the tile and faucets! Only downside is that the floor does not slope so if youre smaller be sure to get there early and get towards the front. They do, however, have bleachers along the side that can be saving grace if you cant see over people.

The venue located in downtown Phoenix area has a lot to offer for a local venue. Bring in some great headliners that seem to never disappoint. The entry process is fast and seem less and all the staff is genuinely there for you to enjoy yourself. Bartenders always have a smile on, even during their busiest moments. They are quick and reasonable. There is food in the courtyard that you can grab a bite and a beer on the way in or you have a pizza joint that is also a bar connected to The Van Buren. Open floor concept that is GA and you have a second story balcony which is VIP. Has some comfortable seating areas, tables, and you can overlook the crowds. It’s worth the ticket.

The security was thorough yet kind. With most smaller venues you tend to feel claustrophobic and packed in however it was open and well ventilated so we were comfortable the entire time. The old building was beautiful and I’d be happy to return to see other bands/attend other events.

This venue was very clean, spacious, and easy to access. Parking isnt too far away, and plenty of crosswalks. The staff was polite and their presence didnt negatively affect the experience. The stage was easily viewed from all angles. I recommend reserving seating in the mezzanine.

The concerts that usually take place here are always fun & amazing to attend! i always try to keep up with the shows here. Security kept my hydrated the whole night, they deserve the most praise. (:

This is a great venue. Amazing sound system and great viewing.

Great venue. The Van Buren is a spacious but still intimate setting for visiting artists. There are numerous bars which ensure that you will not be waiting in line for a drink and they have a nice outside here where you can hang out before the show starts. Their staff is friendly and helpful and when I attended a show with a broken leg they made sure that I had seating in their ADA area. Even if you purchase GA tickets, there are two bleachers on the floor near the back for people who prefer to sit.

This is a top-notch theater. Our band, The Who Experience (a tribute to the greatest rock band of all time, The Who) performed at The Van Buren on August 17, 2019 and it was one of the most memorable shows of my life.Where to begin... The staff were outstanding. They were so accommodating and we were taken care of from the moment we arrived. The stage crew were so well prepared and professional that we felt completely at ease. The sound engineer was probably the best Ive ever worked with. His skills were nothing short of amazing. He was able to sound-check 3 bands and create perfect audio with ease. And, the PA system was absolutely amazing (thanks to the sound crew). The crowd was engaged and very friendly. The back-stage area was 5 star. Our dressing room was equipped with private shower, bathroom and very comfortable furniture, with a private refrigerator for our drinks. The common area, shared with the other performers for the evening, was stocked with drinks and was so comfortable that I was completely relaxed and ready to perform.I would recommend this theater to any professional acts performing in the Phoenix AZ area.

Top tier music venue. My favorite. The sound is incredible. Theres no bad view. You can get a reserved seat on the balcony. Everyone there is friendly and the service is top notch. Love this place.

I absolutely love this venue! Its one of the few smaller scale concert halls in Phoenix that maintains great sound quality throughout the building while still providing an intimate atmosphere. Security was quick & thorough; bartenders here are fast & friendly; merch lines are manageable; & again, the sound quality is AMAZING!

Went for the micro brew fest neat Place definitely would do something else there again

I love this place! I live in Flagstaff but still make the drive down the hill for this place. They have one of the best venues in Phoenix. Its super chill, hip, and vibrant. It has a speakeasy energy without all of the password nonsense. They have arcade games, a nice size dance area, and a chill sitting area. There are two bars so you can always get a drink when needed. I love all of the bands they host here too.

Peach pit and two door club cinema was amazing and I love the space inside and out. Can still listen and watch the band when the crowd just gets a little overwhelming.

This is a great venue for concerts. The sound was great and I liked the open floor. You can to the front of stage or stand in the back. Even on the patio you can still hear the band

Gorgeous, nostalgic place. Great venue

Lively and beautiful venue! Amazing acoustics; we just always have fun whenever were at this venue. Decently priced and great food too!

Security does not do a good job screening people. A lot of transients around, so be safe and stay in groups when going to your car. Staff is awful at managing people in a line, so it turns into a mad rush to the stage. If you were in line for hours dont expect to go in before someone who just got there (VIP situation only). At least they kept the general admission out for 30 minutes and the concert was great. Otherwise, they would have got a lower rating.

Nice venue with a great amount of space. Good sound, cool lights, solid beer selection.

The nicest music venue Ive been to. It was immaculate, and the restrooms would have been fine for a nice restaurant, let alone a concert venue. The staff was also great, super friendly even when it was time to shut things down. Large patio outside for the smoker with a beer and food stand, nice big lobby bar. The sound system was great. I have nothing bad to say about this place.

Larger than I thought it would be. Clean bathrooms. Full bar and a kitchen. Very nice. Sound on the floor is good.

Indoor music venue with food, beer, and cocktail options. Includes a variety of places from which to watch, including bleachers and standing on the first floor, and a second floor balcony. Great acoustics in the space and it is decorated with beautiful chandeliers over the lobby bar and a desert mural by the stage. These details set the mood for a great show. If you need a break, there is a large lobby where you can rub a bust of the head of Pres. Van Buren for good luck, and a lit outside patio to get some air. Overall great atmosphere and kind staff. Looking forward to seeing more shows here!

This place is large and has good sound,which is why I gave 4 stars, but I like the set up at Crescent Ballroom better. You can enjoy a meal from their restaurant before the show. It took us 30+ minutes for a slice of pizza at the Van buren. And all the food was outside. Oh and the balcony section is an extra $60 charge.

Great place for a show! Roomy yet intimate. Awesome, friendly and prompt staff and service. The food is fantastic (I recommend the BBQ Brisket Sliders) and the mezzanine views are worth the upgrade.

This Jidenna concert was super amazing!!!! Jidenna danced through the crowd twice. I got to spend the evening with great people and baby Jidenna look-a-like!! The Van Buren was a great venue We will return for another concert or event!

Great venue to see the artist up close and personal. Was there for Snoop Dogg, and the bartenders were awesome, never waited for very long. I lost my phone, thank goodness someone turned if in! The security and staff was very helpful in getting it back to me. The sound was great, it was an excellent experience!

Incredible venue! Just loved it. I performed here with Beth Hart and the sound was spectacular. Not a bad seat in the house! Thank you, dear owners of this fantastic place!

Always a great spot for live shows. Drinks are semi affordable and the room is great! Bathrooms are pretty nice too!

Absolutely Phoenixs premiere live music venue. super clean, amazing back stage, great and helpful production team, great sound system. Very enjoyable place to see a show.

Saw Jidenna here. Super cool place!

One of the best venues in Phoenix for live music. I would recommend getting the balcony tickets so you get the best of both worlds with the above the stage view with seats and access to the rest of the scene when you want to feel the vibe of the crowd.

1st time here a few weeks back and loved it. Cool bar when u first walk in and spacious floor room to the right once u enter. Everyone was nice and chill and performance was awesome. Reminds me like the marquee but I think this place has a bigger and more seats in the upstairs area. Parking was easy to get, just across the street. Looking forward to coming back once another band I like plays here.

Great venue. Easy to get to. Quick and effective security. Fast bar service. Plenty of room to enjoy the concert I went to see. Definitely recommended for any event or experience.

This is one of my favorite venues as I’m not into large area concerts. This place is intimate and small and wherever you stand or sit, the view is always good. Upstairs is beautiful and gives an even better view. Nice that they serve food, but the outside bar has preselected drinks only. The outside is lovely with lots of tables and places to sit and smoke. I lost my cell phone there at a concert and I emailed the staff the next day and they were kind in letting me know if someone turned it in (no one did so beware of pick pocketing). I would definitely recommend this venue.

Spacious floor with high top tables around the perimeter. Parking isnt ideal but you can find spots. There is a nice open air patio out side with a bar.

The bartender was fast & remembered our order each time. Staff was nice and got us through quickly. Considering the fact that the line was wrapped around the block.

Excellent venue with great sound and always bringing the best acts. Drinks are over-priced like almost all music venues, otherwise a 5 star location.

This is now my favorite venue for music. Watched Sabaton tonight, and of course the band blew the house down. But to the Van Burens credit, it magically rebuilt itself so fast that no one really noticed. The staff and security were all great, and super polite. We sat in the party section on the mezzanine, and it was damn near perfect. Well be back for Amon Amarth, and we already have mezzanine seats reserved!

Great venue, like the set up. I would say very similar to the Tempe Marquee theater. Bartenders are usually fast, friendly staff.

The lizzo concert was fire.

This place is quite organized and lively for its shows. It also has very helpful staff for any questions you may have. The technicians behind the stage were always on top and corrected any mishaps that would breach out, if ever.