
Visiting Middle East - Downstairs: what to know before you go
472 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139, United States
Middle East - Downstairs is a music venue in Cambridge, with room for about 575 people.
Most dates fall on Thursday and Friday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 7 dates.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Music venue
- Capacity
- 575
- Address
- 472 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139, United States
- Upcoming events
- 11
- Busiest days
- Thursday, Friday
Middle East - Downstairs, month by month
- November 20267 dates, including Dev Lemons - Eat the Pavement Tour, Kafkaesque Boston and Xmortis
- December 20262 dates, including Benny The Butcher and Xmortis
- February 20272 dates, including Surfer Girl, South Summit, JOBY! and Ve'ondre Mitchell, Benicio Bryant, Blood Sisters
Ticket prices
6 upcoming listings show a price. Tickets start at $25, and half of the dates start at $28 or less; the highest listed price is $59.
Arriving by public transport
- Central (MBTA station)Train210 m
3 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 110 m from the venue.
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Middle East - Downstairs: practical questions
How many people fit in Middle East - Downstairs?
Middle East - Downstairs has a capacity of about 575; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
What is the nearest stop to Middle East - Downstairs?
Central (MBTA station) (Train), 210 m away – about 3 min on foot.
Can I park near Middle East - Downstairs?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 110 m away.
How much are tickets at Middle East - Downstairs?
Where sellers publish prices, tickets start at $25; a typical ticket costs around $28.
Which month has the most events at Middle East - Downstairs?
November 2026, with 7 dates, including Dev Lemons - Eat the Pavement Tour and Kafkaesque Boston.
Which other venues are close to Middle East - Downstairs?
MGM Music Hall at Fenway (2 km), Citizens House of Blues Boston (2 km), Case Gymnasium (2 km) and Middle East - Zuzu (70 m).
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