Webster Hall allows 19-year-olds to enter the premises, although it is a good idea to spend some time on your outfit before making your way downtown to the club. The door policy insists on a neat and trendy appearance, and the door staff has the right to refuse entrance to anyone they feel does not fit this standard. The club is open on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. On Thursdays, ladies can enter for free, while men under the age of 21 have to pay $30, as of 2010. On Fridays, tickets are $15 in advance and $25 at the door, while on Saturdays, they are $15 in advance and $30 at the door.
Webster Hall
125 E. 11th St.
New York, NY 10003-5301
212-353-1600
websterhall.com
Irving Plaza is a live music venue and one of the few clubs in Manhattan that offers all-ages shows. In fact, nearly all of its concerts are designated all-ages. The club has hosted a number of rock and punk acts over the years, including the B-52s, the Talking Heads, the Ramones, the Dead Kennedys, the Misfits, Bad Religion and the Thermals. The 1,200-person capacity club is situated within walking distance of Union Square in the East Village. Ticket prices vary depending on the concert.
Irving Plaza
17 Irving Pl.
New York, NY 10003
212-777-6800
livenation.com/Irving-Plaza-tickets-New-York/venue/47
This Greenwich Village nightspot, open to patrons of all ages, was a big hangout for the legendary writers and jazz musicians of the Beat Generation. Its stage has hosted such talents as Richard Pryor, Peter, Paul and Mary, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, Bill Cosby, Bruce Springsteen and Kool and the Gang. Today, the café continues the tradition with live music and shows. Current house bands include the Café What? Band, Disfunktion and Brazooka. The café also serves food, including burgers, organic chicken and nachos.
Cafe Wha?
115 MacDougal St.
New York, NY 10003
212-254-3706
cafewha.com
