Music Hall of Williamsburg, one of Brooklyn’s most influential live music venues, will close its doors after nearly two decades. The Bowery Presents confirmed that the owners of 66 North Sixth Street will not renew the venue’s lease when it expires at the end of 2026, forcing the venue to relocate or shut down entirely.
In an internal memo shared by Bowery Presents co-partners Jim Glancy and John Moore, the company reflected on the venue’s legacy and its role in shaping Williamsburg’s cultural identity. When Music Hall of Williamsburg opened in 2007, the neighborhood stood at the beginning of a major cultural shift, and the venue quickly became a cornerstone for artist development in North Brooklyn.
Over the years, the 650-capacity room hosted countless artists at pivotal moments in their careers. The stage welcomed early performances from Mumford & Sons, Tame Impala, St. Vincent, Ed Sheeran, Tyler, The Creator, Brandi Carlile, The xx, The Weeknd, Robyn, Disclosure, The War on Drugs, King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard, Phoebe Bridgers, IDLES, Maggie Rogers, Fred again.., Harry Styles, Kendrick Lamar, and many more.
Glancy and Moore emphasized that Bowery Presents will continue to operate the venue through the end of 2026, ensuring that its final chapter honors the legacy built inside its walls. They also reaffirmed the company’s long-standing commitment to artist development and discovering new spaces where live music can thrive.
While the future of the building itself remains uncertain, Music Hall of Williamsburg’s impact on New York’s live music ecosystem already stands secured. For nearly twenty years, it served as a launchpad for emerging artists and a home for unforgettable performances that helped define a generation of live music in Brooklyn.