Little Italy, San Diego
San Diego's most storied indie music venue, a tiny 200-capacity room in Little Italy where Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins and countless others played early shows.
Founded
1989
Capacity
200
Hours
Event nights;
Area
Little Italy
The Casbah is one of America's most legendary small music venues, a 200-person capacity room in Little Italy with a history of hosting virtually every important indie and alternative band before they became famous. The venue's intimate scale creates an unmatched concert experience, and its programming continues to blend proven touring artists with the most exciting emerging acts. A Casbah ticket remains one of San Diego's most coveted music experiences.
The Casbah opened in 1989 and immediately became the most important small venue in San Diego, hosting early shows by Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins, White Stripes, Beck and hundreds of other artists who went on to achieve major success. Its role in San Diego's music history is unparalleled.
Opening Hours
Event nights; doors typically at 8 PM
Address
2501 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
Dress Code
Casual