Overview: A legendary, independently-owned live music venue often credited as a birthplace of the Minneapolis sound and a key stop for local and national acts.
History & Legacy: Housed in a former Art Deco Greyhound Bus Depot (1937), it opened as a rock club in 1970. It gained international fame as a frequent performance spot for Minneapolis native Prince, who filmed portions of the movie Purple Rain there.
Two Venues:
First Avenue (Mainroom): The larger space (capacity ~1,500), known for its black walls adorned with silver stars listing acts that have performed there.
7th St Entry: A smaller, more intimate club-within-a-club (capacity ~250) that opened in 1980 and is a vital launching pad for local and indie acts (e.g., Hüsker Dü, The Replacements).
