Echostage

I finally had a Friday off so catching Nora En Pure at Echostage was a must. She was preceded by Dosem and LadyJ. The venue was really nice. I was alone and worried about being crushed there was enough space for the hardcore revelers in the front and social distancers on the periphery. Actually somehow you could go all around the stage.The drinks were pretty good and reasonably priced. And the most surprising feature was the soft walls in the back. They were a game changer for my weak it was like laying in a vertical bed, pretty cool.

Traveled here to see Yellow Claw and had a blast! The venue had this beautiful floral wall right in the front where you walked in (perfect for photo ops). I’m not sure if it’s there all the time or if they change it but it really welcomed you in as soon as you stepped inside. The security guards were also handing out free waters to people who needed them, which I don’t think I ever saw any other place do, so that was really cool of them. All the staff in general we ran into were very nice. A+ Venue!

Great venue, never experienced a venue just handing out water to concert goers to keep everyone hydrated. Stellar place. Also, concert was a non stop banger.

The Good: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ For the staff! They are great. They do a great job of maintaining crowd control with a friendly and helpful nature. During the shows, if you're near the front, they will pass out water. Some of the best staff at this type of venue. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ For the selection if artist Echostage has. Hard to say more about it, look at the lineup! The bad, and this is where they lose stars: the sound system is horrible! When the bass/low tones are played, it gets thumping and vibrating so hard it depends out all the music. Yes, this is the venue, not the artists. I've seen several artists at Echostage and it's been the same way every time. I've seen the same artists at other venues and the sound has been much better. Don't get me wrong, I love the bass and a bit of thumping - I usually get to the front of the venue for this reason. But when it drowns out everything else, it takes away from the whole evening. Knowing this, it's going to be hard for me to go back... 🫤

I was beyond excited to finally see ALAN WALKER AFTER WAITING OVER 9 YEARS, but this concert was an absolute LETDOWN. I arrived early at 7:30 PM and had to WAIT UNTIL 9 PM JUST TO GET INSIDE. Then, instead of seeing ALAN WALKER AS THE TICKET STATED AT 9 PM, I was forced to ENDURE THREE MORE HOURS OF OPENING ACTS—the first DJ played for TWO HOURS, and the second one for ANOTHER HOUR. I don’t understand why the organizers PUSHED THESE LESSER-KNOWN DJS for so long, making the entire crowd, including myself, STAND FOR OVER FIVE HOURS JUST TO GET NOTHING. Many of us came ONLY FOR ALAN WALKER, and this setup felt like a complete WASTE OF TIME AND MONEY. I worked SO HARD TO AFFORD THIS TICKET, only to be SO EXHAUSTED AND FRUSTRATED that I had to LEAVE BEFORE ALAN WALKER EVEN STARTED. To make things worse, TICKETMASTER REFUSED TO REFUND MY TICKET, claiming that the PASS HAD ALREADY BEEN SCANNED. After doing some research, I found that at other shows on this tour, like in ATLANTA AND NORTH CAROLINA, ALAN WALKER STARTED HIS SET AN HOUR AFTER THE TICKETED TIME. If I had known this in advance, I would have NEVER WASTED MY TIME ARRIVING EARLY, only to be stuck waiting for hours with NO CLEAR COMMUNICATION. This was ONE OF THE MOST DISAPPOINTING CONCERT EXPERIENCES EVER, and I honestly feel SCAMMED. I want my MONEY BACK because this was NOT WHAT I PAID FOR.

What an experience! This is an amazing club. Everything was well done from the lights and sound to entry and exit. We went to see deadmau5 and had a blast at the venue. I don't normally do this but I wanted to share a follow-up on this review. I returned for Marshmallow and again had an amazing time. The standout though was the security team. They were AMAZING. Normally I find that security only really protects the artist and the crowd is on their own. Here though they seemed to really care. We had a couple of extremely rude concert goers that were really taking things to far. I kid you not I made eye contact with the security team and they were all over it. It really helped enforce the fact that you were safe at this venue.

I had a blast last night, one of the best places I’ve been to enjoy talented artists, definitely recommend coming here!

Posting this way after the event, but it still needed to be said… Echostage proved to be the perfect venue for an unforgettable night out seeing DJ Diesel. The cleanliness and safety of the venue were immediately apparent, creating a welcoming environment where you could really let loose and enjoy the music. The show itself was phenomenal, a truly electrifying experience that felt like a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. DJ Diesel's performance was nothing short of spectacular, with a vibe that was both intense and exhilarating. The energy in the room was palpable, driven by thumping beats and a crowd that was completely in sync with the music. I'm thrilled I seized the chance to be part of such an amazing event. Echostage delivered on all fronts, making it not just a great venue for a night out, but a memorable part of the experience.

03/01/25 I was here for a sponsored event - Bingo Loco by Fever! The space was very large. I did not feel cramped in the space. A good time was had.

My brothers and I drove hours for an Apashe show at Echostage, excited by its great reputation. Without warning or cause, we were kicked out before Apashe even came on. We had followed all venue policies and were given no explanation. The staff was rude and completely non-transparent, giving us zero explanation why they removed us from the venue. It felt like being punished for something we didn't do. I suspect they mistook us for another group and refused to admit their mistake. This was heartbreaking, and we received no refund. While the atmosphere seemed great, the staff ruined it--worst concert experience ever. I cannot recommend this venue.

The lighting is freaking amazing...drinks aren't badly priced, and the front staff are kind and respectful. The only probably is that I personally feel they allow too many people inside. No room to dance, people are pushy and rude.

My favorite club in DC! There is a huge dancefloor with ample room for how many people show up at each show except for the most popular artists. Tables are on the second floor, meaning that they don't block the view for those dancing. Screens are decent and there are some cool lasers and lights. Acoustics are great no matter where you stand. Plenty of bathrooms so you'll never have to wait. I don't drink so I can't comment on alcohol prices but there's free water! Do note that ADA accommodation seems pretty difficult to get here... I've emailed the club and they haven't responded to me in weeks. If you want it then you might have to pester someone about it.

Timmy Trumpet was my first time at Echostage. The parking situation really isn't the best in the area - feels super sketchy, and the area is quite dark and hard to find if you're coming in for a late night concert. My partner and I decided to use the valet parking for $30 (cash only) for ease near the venue and pregame in the car; I definitely wasn't feeling like $50 on a few drinks in the venue. Walking to the venue wasn't too bad from there. Lin for security was about a 20 minute wait. Security was really strict and wouldn't let us eat the rest of our Hi-Chew candies outside the venue and had us throw it out... I definitely was upset about that since they're a premium pre-rave candy. Overall, the lighting and the show was great, but the venue itself felt crowded and therefore less than clean. However, ladies there are an abundance of bathroom stalls so there will never be a wait for the bathroom so that is a plus; also semi-clean. Would I recommend? Only if it's someone you REALLY want to see. Other than that, there are definitely better venues in the areas that I would recommend over Echostage.

Awesome venue! Saw a 360 set for my queen Nora and it was so intimate and such a vibe. Great lighting and sound system, great crowd, friendly staff, cheap drinks, all around great time!

One of the best venues for edm sound but too loud at times even w quality ear plugs. No menu with drinks to see prices and such nor a smart code to scan a menu. No baskets to put personal belongings in for security. They get too many customers to not have this. Some of the lighting makes you feel like things are moving or coming at you or flashing like crazy. It can be fun but a lot to take in for a concert that lasted over 5 hours. I came right in at 9 PM left at 2:15 AM, and heard the music still blaring around 2:45 AM passing through on the outside. Maybe if they allowed in/out, this wouldn't be such a big deal to me, but that would put a strain on security and much higher prices too- definitely not an option here. Probably a good option for a Taylor Swift concert. I had nothing to drink and no (illegal) drugs and those effects are part of the lighting effects. I can't speak for others (rofl) Security does a good job here. Still would come but could do better.

I've been to many EDM concerts here. The acts that grace this locale are a good time. The paid lounge spaces are also comfortable and the bottle service is pretty attentive. It's the safety and the caliber of people either attending or surrounding the area that concern me. Parking has always been a challenge. Random guys looking for a good time and blatantly obvious what they're looking for have come up to me on occasion. I'd still come for the concerts, but would just suggest to be aware of yourself and of your surroundings. If you're going to drink, please be responsible for the amount you take and its source.

I really didn't care for this venue. I will try to avoid if possible in the future. I came to see Ella Mai and her and the band were good, but the venue was just lacking. GLOWS: - They worked hard to get everyone inside the venue in an orderly fashion. GROWS: -The stage is too small with the length of the venue. It was too far to the bar and impossible to see -The road is blocked off to cars after the show. Getting an uber on the main road was a difficult process. -it felt overly crowded. I didn't even attempt the bar.

Security and med team are trash. I was dancing and they stopped me to tell me I was too intoxicated???? Then walked me out and wouldn't let me back in nor get a refund. What kind of shit is that, ITS A DANCING VENUE. Don't know how this place makes top 10 in the US, it's bunk.

I thought this place was completely overrated. The crowd that attends here is just not a good vibe. While the sound and lighting are fantastic, I didn't feel like this place was anything above and beyond any of the other clubs I've been to in the United States. The drinks were also extremely overpriced.

This is the worst concert venue I have ever been too. The ticketing team was very unprofessional. My friend had a ticket that they would not honor even with the confirmation. When talking to customer service they tried to help him but the people scanning the tickets were not understanding. Jay and Hakeem were very rude and overzealous they were cursing at us and everything. I will never return to this place again. We were able to talk to the manager I truly hope something is done about this so it doesn't happen to anyone else. If you buy tickets to this venue make sure it is from Ticketmaster because apparently they will not accept anything else. Customer service was not even understanding why they wouldn't let my friend in.

Saw Men I Trust here back in November. I've only been to one other concert ever and it was small so I don't know much about venue comparisons but once inside, the venue is pretty big, double floors, bars, big restrooms.. When I got dropped off the line to get in wrapped around the corner but the security/event workers moved things along pretty quickly once doors opened. The security check was painless. The concert was perfect but I mean.. I credit Men I Trust for that. Once out of the concert, the police had the street blocked off so no cars could drive through. We all had to get our rides from the main street corner. Beware the street crawlers as the night progresses.. All in all, I'd return for another shindig!

Came here for the Above & Beyond New Year show. This hybrid nightclub and concert venue feels a bit more like a concert venue. After living in Miami and loving the electronic music scene there, I think I was expecting it to feel more night clubby than it did. ***LOCATION*** Living in Richmond, we don't have much access to EDM venues, so it was nice to be able to take a train/bus to DC and come to Echostage. There wasn't a metro stop or easy bus we could take to this venue, so we ended up taking an uber. It was easy to find. ***EXPERIENCE*** It was a sold out show and extremely crowded. I hadn't been to an indoor concert since before the pandemic so it was a bit overstimulating. I wish they had an outdoor space to escape to, but once you leave, you can't get back in. The people I was with loved the light show. The music and lights really matched each other. I enjoyed the balcony. Although upstairs was reserved for VIP seating, it was less crowded and at the right angle, you had a great view of the stage. Watching the bottle girls walk by with flashing bottles reminded me a little of Miami. There were bars all along the venue so it was always easy to get their bottled water or something to drink. It was fun to be a part of #GroupTherapy. Above & Beyond, Andrew Bayer and Kasablanca put on a fun performance. ***PRICE*** We didn't get the cheapest tickets because we bought them after the show was sold out. We paid about $146 for the tickets. It was $5 (cash only) for coat check. ***BATHROOMS*** I have never been more grateful for a bathroom than I was at Echostage. There was never a wait for the stalls because there were so many toilets! It was a New Year's party..so it wasn't necessarily the cleanest as the night went on, but it wasn't absolutely disgusting. ***CONCLUSION*** It feels more like a concert venue than a nightclub, but it's great that it has so many big names. It can get crowded, but the balcony is a good place to get some space.

I bought tickets for Kaytranada a couple weeks ago. Echostage oversold tickets for the event and we didn't even make it into the venue because the line was so long. They reply to reviews on Google saying to email them and they're sorry blah blah blah but they don't care. They took my $200 and didn't bother replying to my numerous emails. A bunch of morons managing that place.

Echostage for a concert, hmmmm I did not know quite what to expect. Lodged between industrial buildings and Stadium strip club with no street parking. But I had to go because FKJ aka Funky Kiwi Juice just kicked off his tour and this was the only Atlantic region tour in the States. So, while the tickets were under $40 each, the parking was $60 per car and there was no other choice but to pay, because there is no street parking and security will roll up on you and tell you to move before you get towed. The entrance process was fast and well organized, and I must say I was impressed, it was like the 9:30 club with open walk around set up with bars on each side of the bottom floor, but upstairs they had lounge seating, more bars, and bottle service. The drinks were moderately priced, no wine though, just beer and hard alcohol. Lucky for me they had some light selections like Pilsners and Amstel Light available. The crowd was chill and sensible based on the artists' crowd; I felt safe and relaxed. The concert area, including the bathrooms are clean and the sound was excellent! When I add up the ticket costs and the parking which was right next to the entrance, it was worth the money and my trip was un-problematic. Summary: Dope Indie spot to catch alternative shows, turning out to be just as cool as the 9:30 Club, but not as fancy as the Anthem. I'm a fan!

Nasty venue full of security and staff with bad attitudes. Drinks and parking are overpriced. Security was more worried about underage drinking than the passed-out people out front and in the parking lot. Waste of money, never returning no matter who is performing.

Kicked us out for pretty much no reason. We had a "vape" that was nicotine, which is allowed according to the FAQ. Never going again.

Love coming here for shows. The sound is clear and loud and the bass is permeating. The lighting and screens and effects are visually stunning. The staff are all super friendly and attentive. I get to see old rave fam and meet new rave fam while enjoying big name and local DJs, and have a safe space to dance. Can't ask for anything else! Thank you Echo for putting on show after show so we can enjoy and express ourselves!! Much love

Venue is large enough to fit people and still have some space for breathing room. Drinks are pretty overpriced but that's what you get at most venues... $7 for a Red Bull though? Service was great though, bartenders got our drinks quick. The temperature was good too not too hot nor cold. I had a t-shirt and pants and was fine.

Everyone who knows me, knows that I am an EXTREME Hip Hop fan! When I learned that all of the members of Griselda would be performing at Echostage, I knew I had to be there! This was my first visit to this venue and I was pleased with my experience here. The venue is quite large. It is a majority standing room only, with a downstairs area right in from of the stage and seating in the upstairs area. From what I gathered, there were a total of four bars, two upstairs and two downstairs. The drinks were kinda pricey, but that's to be expected for a venue such as this. Echostage has a WONDERFUL hvac system. The venue was packed, so they air was much needed and appreciated! The show was amazing and the sound was really good! Parking kinda sucks, but hey, it's DC! Small inconvenience for a once in a lifetime musical experience!!

I have been very impressed each of the times that I have gone to EchoStage for an event; the slightly modify the aesthetic too. I especially liked one of the last times where they handed out water to the crowd during a crowded event. That was a very nice touch. Looking forward to my next EchoStage event!

It's a music venue in an odd rough neighborhood. However it provides a great experience for newbies and returning customers. Pros: - top talent comes to play at the venue - Cost isn't too high to see the artist - plenty of space -great acoustic Cons: -getting there is annoying -Ubers are expensive and delayed - mixed drinks are $22! Might as well drink at home - selection isn't all that great - very strict security, don't risk bringing anything that isn't approved by the website Over all I loved the place and look forward to the next show. I feel like people should go in groups and be safe out there. Wear ear protections because it does get really loud. Over 108 decibels!

We gad a great experience in Echo in early April with Black Coffee performance! Stuff and security were super nice and friendly, sound was great and we loved the entire show! Thank you Echostage

I am so thankful DC has a world-class club, otherwise, the best DJs would pass us by. Echostage has one of the best sound systems I have ever heard and the DJs know it. Zero distortion a few dB from organ collapse. On par with the top systems in New York. Visuals are good too. The crowd on the whole is great, party people take care of each other. If you want you can make new friends. The staff are awesome and super nice BUT you have to bring the good vibes; if you mouth off to them or act bratty they'll put you outside, so check your attitude at the door and you'll have a great time! Oh, and the bartenders are super super nice! You know it's a great party when the bartenders are dancing too! The only hard part is parking; lot prices are high and cars on the street get broken into...ask around or do your research if you are driving. I don't do bottle service myself, but if that's your style, it looks like they take great care of you!

The stage set up here is phenomenal! I love the production. The sound is even better! You can really hear the music wherever you are standing. VIP is nice but not needed. I really enjoyed the company of the crowd around me. Everyone was nice and polite and seemed like they where really there for the music (I saw boogie T, so down, and the wider). Security is NO JOKE! You can not bring anything in. I even asked if I can go back to the car to place the items they took from me and they refused I had to throw it away or I would be blocked from entering the venue. (I didn't even enter or scan my ticket yet!) For reference the item was a necklace.

I love the venue but sometimes the VIP girls care to much about making money and forget that the customer is here to have a good time and spend money. The vip security guard Devin (black gentleman with dreads) feel bad I dnt know his last name but he was doin a great job for guests who are spending money!!! I would keep this guy!!!!!!!!!!! Knows how to read a room and did a great job watching over us. But the vip girls were trying to get him in trouble I feel like. But 6 out of 5 for his customers service!

Poor service , I felt like they were prejudging our group . We had a VIP over $800 and they still didn't care , I will also call my back to cancel because they never deliver what it as supposed to be. We bought outside tickets and even got a vip table yet we were still on their watch when echo stage is free vibe club to be free to listen to their singers your paying for . I truly feel the wrong doing of echo stage management. I hope they are able to recover from that .

Do NOT go if you have a medical condition. My friend is a diabetic and needed food for his blood sugar. They did not have anything and wouldn't allow him to leave and come back in. Place is a death trap for diabetics.

The bouncers tonight were ridiculous. I came here with my friend who has mobility issues, and despite clear legal proof they gave him a hard time to get in, claiming that he was stumbling because he was "too fucked up". I kept insisting that they just look at the photos of his hospitalization, or his handicap pass, or the giant scars stretching across his entire leg, and they didn't care. I guess they thought that I was being problematic for advocating for my friend, so they wouldn't let me in for the entire night either. Never witnessed such obvious ableism - and don't be fooled, the police aren't there to help the attendees. They're only there to intimidate you on security's behalf. Pictured: the ableist "man" on a power trip.

This place is horrible. Gross venue with very rude staff. Drinks are expensive and poorly made and the "medic" staff do not do anything helpful.

Even giving this place one star brings me pain. Despite having tickets and looking forward to the event, I was denied entry because I was deemed "too drunk." While I understand the importance of safety the staffs approach was rude and lacking empathy. Not only did I miss out on the concert that I was looking forward to, but I was also treated disrespectfully. I will not be returning to this venue and will be sharing my experience with others.

Solid venue for raves, one of the best I've been to. Great spacious bathrooms that are always staffed and constantly cleaned. Bar is relatively fast but keep in mind very pricey and the price somehow changes with every bartender you have LOL. FREE WATER at the front of the stage. just come up and ask one of them and you'll get a free water bottle instead of paying like $5+ for a bottle at the bars. 4 bars in the venue, 2 upstairs and 2 downstairs. Plenty of room but they do like to pack the house whenever big names come to town seemingly without regard for safety lol. be warned

Great sound and overall the experience was amazing. If you want to experience electronic dance music at a venue of its size...this is it.

The short guard with the Zay tattoo put his hands on me to "get me out the way" then when i said "excuse me that was rude" , he told me to leave and didn't let me in, this is not my first experience with him . as to one time previously, he didn't let my friend in saying she was drinking when we had no drinks on us, not even water . this place used to be better .

Echostage venue was pretty dope, it was a sold out show so it made it really crowded at the very end of the night. I had no idea until I was trying to leave that the whole place was filled with people. Security was really great. Treated you well and didn't get overly pushy. NOTE: this place does not have parking I tried opting out of the $40 parking and parked on the side alley but because it's in an industrial area, someone shattered my window just to take my car charger. I will never try to skip out on paying the parking fee after last night. Venue is really great. Music is super loud and awesome.

A very unwelcoming vibe from the beginning. Gruff security gaurds going through your shit and feeling you up. Fun! Then there is absolutely no seating without paying extra for VIP, apparently. They are not ADA compliant.

Been coming here for 10 years now and it's consistently a great venue for electronic shows. That's mostly what I have come to echostage for. All of the staff I've befriended/talked to have been friendly and they are all serious about their jobs. I've always felt safe at this venue. From time to time I feel that tickets are oversold and the ga floor can get packed, especially with the under 21 crowd. Otherwise, the production here is impeccable. The lights, lasers, and sound continue to impress me time and time again. I know that it continually bounces between #1 and #2 club in the world so I'd say it's definitely worth checking out if you've never been!

The first aid department is fantastic at what they do. Please give them raises, they give a real care to the people who come to this establishment and have a close eye on the people who enjoy music in their community. 10 stars out of 5!!!

I attended an event at Echostage in August 2023. I've had 2 knee surgeries recently and consider myself to be temporarily disabled. In between acts, I sat on the floor, against the wall, near the entryway (out of everyone's way; there is no seating on the first floor). Event staff told me I could not sit on the floor. I explained that I was disabled. That did not change things. They made me get up. They told me that there was a first-come-first-serve couch on the second floor. I asked if there was an elevator to get me up there. They said there was not. It seems to me that Echostage should have reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities (a chair would have been nice).

Reviewed my bank statement and the first drink was correct second one was 4 dollars over and the drinks I bought my friends were 12 dollars over. This is crazy and that's after I tipped all the charges, won't be buying drinks from here again

While Echostage boasts an impressive lineup of events and a fantastic venue, my experience was marred by the overly strict and invasive security staff. From the moment I entered, I felt like I was being interrogated rather than welcomed. Their aggressive pat-downs and intrusive bag searches made me feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. It's one thing to ensure safety, but their methods were excessive and borderline harassment. It's a shame because the venue itself is top-notch, but the heavy-handed security measures really put a damper on the experience.

EDM music club Famous Dj showing Amazing experiences 18+ The most amazing people No fighting It's like we all just met but we enjoy music together like we friendly with everyone who is there that night It's f*** fantastic night club

Went here for a few different concerts. Really nice production. Cool atmosphere. It does get kind of hot so I would dress for that. Drinks are super pricy. Looking at 20 a vodka redbull.

I have a really good time here: The place is huge, and the bathrooms are clean and there are plenty of them. There are multiple floors, and lots of different areas to hang out. You don't have to wait for the bar too long.

Ridiculous. One person in our 6 person group threw up from car sickness so they denied all of us. Afterwards they lied to us about being able to get a refund.

Everything was fine except for the fact that they separated men and women to do a pat search, and the mens line went 5x faster because theres more male employees. Plus they let all the general admissions fill up the ADA reserved section....pretty sure thats an ADA violation....

I went to see Chris Lake at Echostage in December 2021. The show was great, vaccine cards were checked at the door, and the whole experience felt safe and fun! Things to know before you go - there's no public transit access and you probably don't want to walk around this part of DC at night. Taxis and ubers are the way to go, but it can be expensive and chaotic at the end of the night when everyone is trying to leave. Also, EDM shows start really late. Chris Lake went on just after 1am and from what I've heard that's pretty standard. Have fun!!

It's January.... 500+ people in line for coat check and they have ONE person working it. What a waste of money to stand in line for 45 minutes and counting. Not even 1/4 of the way to checking my coat. This place should be ashamed of this. Also we got here at 10:30 pm, so not even peak.