Masquerade

04/25/2008 Posted by margie52

I am the Mom of a 15 year old girl who was dying to go to a concert at this venue. What a great experience for her and me-There was a huge presence of very large bouncers, who could not have been nicer to me and the other parent, but they definitely could control the crowd. I was also impressed at the number of other moms and dads who were there doing the dame thing. I didn't eat anything there, but the food looked good, and, when we had had enough of the loud music, we could go downstairs to Pergatory, where it was cool, quiet, and there were comfortable seats to sit in. I would not have any hesitation going back-In fact, my daughter is going back this week for Panic at the Disco, and I almost wish I was going with her!!!! I don't, however, want to make it sound like Chucky Cheese-There were plenty of young adults there enjoying the concert without parents. This is not a family place. I personally didn't want my daughter to go without a parent, but I felt very comfortable having her there in the crowd without me watching over her, and I would let her go without a parent the next time as long as I knew that someone would be there to pick her up at the end. My point is that, generally it is a great place to see a concert-sort of hot, definitely crowded, but generally very exciting!!!!

Pros: atmosphere-

05/25/2007 Posted by jmitch68

I'll admit, the first time I went to a show here I didn't like this place so much. I thought it was dark, crowded, smokey, and man it was hot in there. But I soon learned to love this venue. It's very easy to get to. Parking is usually not a problem. The buidling is old and sometimes dirty, but that's it's charm. The staff are generally friendly and helpful. The thing I love most about the Masquerade is how intimate it is. We often get to meet the bands because sometimes they just hang out and meet people after their sets. I've been to shows in Heaven and Hell and you can get as close to the stage as you want, that is if you get there at least a couple of hours before the doors open. I've been to 30 or so shows here over the last three years. Most shows have been great. My favorite shows to see are the smaller, lesser known bands. We once saw a show in Hell and there were litterally about 7 people at the show. I've also been to sold out shows in Heaven. Those can get a little hectic because the crowd can get rough and it can get very hot in there. Inside the Masquerade is very hot in the summer time and cold in the winter time, so dress accordingly. Be prepared to pay $3.50 a bottle for water and you may want to have some kleenex in your purse because sometimes the bathrooms run out of toilet paper. Other than that I love this venue.

Pros: Small Venue, Usually inexpensive tickets, parking

Cons: sometimes dirty bathrooms, smokey, expensive drinks

03/27/2007 Posted by battlecity

I first visited the Masq when I was about 16 years old, and have fond memories of the place. However, at 32, well its ok I guess. I went recently for the BLS concert and found the place just too darn small for a band of that caliber. Call me crazy, but I wanted to see the band, there was no good places to stand in the whole place. The acoustics were ok, the staff, was marginal, some good service, some, quite crappy service. However, the parking lot is huge!! Maybe if they don't close down they can expand into the parking lot. I must say , I felt safe both in the club and the parking lot, (me - 5'5 female by herself). If you have never been, try it out, but I wouldn't suggest spending your money on a big concert there unless you don't care to see the band. It is completely impossible to see anything, unless you 6'3 or so. I will probably never go back, but It is a fun place, for people much younger just not a good place for a concert.

Pros: Great seedy atmosphere

Cons: To small for national bands

11/05/2005 Posted by dragonsyear

kick ass club i loved it im going to go every friday night from now on

Pros: bands, sections

Cons: none

10/19/2005 Posted by juniormint

The Masquerade was fun back in the day when it first opened and it has not changed very much. It continues to be a cool and fun place to go. There is no specific type of clique that dominates here. Everyone is welcomed. I remember my friends and I use to go to Industrial night's. We loved industrial and punk music. That has not changed for us. They dont offer industrial nights anymore I dont believe however there is not a lot of love for that genre any longer. I think it is great that they combine such variety and pull it off flawlessly. Many clubs have tried it and failed. The Masquerade club has appeal because of it's variety and also appeals to the open creative grouping that frequent it to this day because of its dark lure. 15 years later and it is adored by many.

Pros: Everything

Cons: None

12/03/2004 Posted by clubmaster6969

If you like punk rock music and Gothic style clubs then this is for you

Pros: inexpensive, good music, 18 and older

Cons: , Less heat, not enough advertisme

11/20/2002 Posted by babyblue_girl22

The Masqyerade is a great place to go to party. If only the did the "Foam Night" every Saturday night I'd be set.

Pros: Inexpensive, good parking, friendly

Cons: no foam night anymore

08/25/2002 Posted by ajfuller

I love the multi level approach to this club. This is a place where just about anyone can feel comfortable and the bands that they get cannot be beat.

07/28/2002 Posted by DT

80's are back?. I haven't been in ages, but its good to see that last Thurs pulled a good sized crowd. I especialy enjoyed the old-school breaks & dance music in Purgatory. If you like to have a good time, dance, and meet a variety of people (GIRLS) this is your spot. By the way Masquerade is known to host big DJs & throw some hot parties on the weekends. I recommend to check first versus just showing up.

Pros: people, music, fun

Cons: its time has past

07/17/2002 Posted by blueskies

Great place to hang out and dance your butt off. Something different going on every night of the week. Tons of great bands always playing there.

Pros: cool tunes

Cons: parking