Visiting The Sinclair: what to know before you go
52 Church Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, United States
The Sinclair is a music venue in Cambridge, open since 2012, with room for about 525 people.
Of the 18 upcoming shows with a published time, 72% start at 8:00 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Saturday and Friday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 8 dates.
4 public transport stops are within walking distance (Bus stop and Train); the nearest is Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority-Massachusetts Ave Holyoke St, 90 m away.
Key facts
- Type of venue
- Music venue
- Capacity
- 525
- Opened
- 2012
- Address
- 52 Church Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, United States
- Upcoming events
- 19
- Usual start time
- 8:00 PM
- Busiest days
- Saturday, Friday
The Sinclair, month by month
- October 20261 date, including Divaland of the Dead
- November 20268 dates, including Earlybirds Club, Half Alive and halfalive
- December 20264 dates, including Taper's Choice (18+), Earlybirds Club - Cambridge (21+) and Amtrac
- February 20272 dates, including CG5 and Rare Americans with Naethan Apollo (18+)
- March 20272 dates, including DeathByRomy and Haken
- April 20272 dates, including Diiv and The Sheepdogs
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Concerts (17) and Plays & Musicals (2).
Arriving by public transport
- Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority-Massachusetts Ave Holyoke StBus stop90 m
1 min walk - Harvard (MBTA station)Train140 m
2 min walk - Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority-Harvard Sq Garden St - Dawes IslandBus stop140 m
2 min walk - Harvard Square Upper BuswayBus stop140 m
2 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 50 m from the venue.
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The Sinclair: practical questions
How many people fit in The Sinclair?
The Sinclair has a capacity of about 525; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
When did The Sinclair open?
The Sinclair opened in 2012.
What time do shows start at The Sinclair?
Usually at 8:00 PM (72% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to The Sinclair?
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority-Massachusetts Ave Holyoke St (Bus stop), 90 m away – about 1 min on foot.
Can I park near The Sinclair?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 50 m away.
What kind of events does The Sinclair host?
Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (17) and Plays & Musicals (2).
Which month has the most events at The Sinclair?
November 2026, with 8 dates, including Earlybirds Club and Half Alive.
Which other venues are close to The Sinclair?
The Sinclair Music Hall (1.3 km), Middle East - Upstairs (1.9 km), Middle East - Zuzu (2 km) and Sonia (1.9 km).
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