Barclays Center
620 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217quick facts
intro
Since opening its doors in 2012, Barclays Center has quickly established itself as a premier venue for top-tier musical acts. With a state-of-the-art arena, a 17,000 seat capacity, and a calendar featuring everything from chart-topping pop sensations to groundbreaking indie acts, Barclays promises an electrifying live music experience.
history
The Barclays Center was originally built as the home for the Nets NBA franchise when they moved from New Jersey to Brooklyn. The venue was built with concerts in mind as well with excellent acoustics. In fact, the grand opening event was a Jay-Z show in 2012. Since then, it has acted as a top large-capacity concert venue in New York City along with Madison Square Garden.
map recs
Bar Goto Niban, known for its relaxed atmosphere, sophisticated setting, and welcoming service, offers creative cocktails and a snackable food menu that beautifully blends Japanese flavors and ingredients with the New York City bar scene.
Wei’s Fort Green is a relaxed, casual Chinese restaurant serving up dumplings, buns, and other traditional Chinese plates. Wholly unpretentious with high quality food and a great atmosphere, Wei’s is not to be missed.
Bar serving draft beers by its own brewery, along with other craft brews & food by pop-up eateries.