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17 N. 9th St. | Columbia, MO

Located in the heart of downtown Columbia, The Blue Note has been an integral part of The District for decades.  Surrounded by a vast array of locally owned businesses, on historic 9th Street, this venue is no stranger providing excitement and memories for all who walk through the doors. The proscenium arch frames the stage and catches the eye immediately to showcase the vintage exquisiteness of the theater. The venue offers a tiered floor, two full-service bars, an upper balcony with ample seating and VIP lounge, a top-notch sound system, and customizable lighting. 

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CAPACITIES

Reception: 500

Banquet: 200

Theater: 250

Perfect For

Weddings

Holiday Parties

Social Events

Film Screenings

Corporate Events

Private Concerts

Guests enjoying a dance floor celebration beneath stage lighting at The Blue Note.Two guests speak near the catering table at a private event at The Blue Note.Audience members watching a presentation from the main floor of The Blue Note.Guests attending a fundraising event with a presentation on The Blue Note stage.Gallery ImageBride and groom pose on The Blue Note's main floor at their reception.Banquet tables arranged on The Blue Note main floor with views of the venue bar.Large group gathered for a commemorative photo on The Blue Note dance floor.Guests seated at tables during a banquet event inside The Blue Note.Exterior of The Blue Note in downtown Columbia featuring its historic brick façade and marquee.Guests celebrate on the dance floor during a gala event at The Blue Note.Couple poses on the dance floor at The Blue Note with a kiss on the cheek and smiles.Event staff seated at an information table in front of The Blue Note logo wall.Guests walking beneath The Blue Note marquee at night in downtown Columbia.Group gathered on The Blue Note main floor posing for a celebratory photo.

Exterior

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Excitement builds for guests upon seeing our historic marquee on 9th Street

Lobby

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Provide a warm and intimate greeting to your guests, perfect for coat check and welcome setups

Open Floor

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Features an open floor plan with tiered levels

Seated Floor Plan

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In house seating available for your show and presentation needs

Stage View

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Features an open floor plan with tiered levels

Front of House Tech

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Our in-house stage lighting and sound will bring your event to the next level

Built-in Projector and Screen

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Perfect for presentations and other in-event media

1st Floor Bar

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Your guests will never wait long at our extra long bar

Balcony

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Built in balcony seating is available

Opera Boxes

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6 available to remain in the action but away from the crowd

Upstairs Bar

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Another bar is available upstairs for your guests

Upstairs Bar

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Second floor includes restrooms and great natural light

Balcony-Level Rock Box

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Host your VIPs in style with the best seats in the house

Balcony-Level Rock Box

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An exclusive space for conversations and top-tier service

Adjacent Green Room Lounge

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Relax like the stars in our full-service green rooms

Adjacent Green Room Lounge

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Kitchenette space available, perfect for all day-events

Adjacent Green Room Lounge

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Separate meeting spaces and conference rooms available to meet the needs of hosts and entertainers

Downtown Columbia Location

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Located in the heart of The District

AMENITIES

Vibrant downtown location

Live music friendly; in-house lights + tech, with engineer

Custom bar offerings

Private green room

ADA Accessibility

Exclusive use of venue during rental window

In-house tables + chairs

Elevated stage

Climate controlled venue

Open catering list

State of the art sound system

Projector and screen

BAR MENU

Mosaic Photo Gallery Credits: Christopher Michelle Photography, Jonathan Asher Photography, Amber Koelling Photography, Sam O’Keefe

Venue Photo Slides Credits: Jonathan Asher Photography, Christopher Michelle Photography

At FPC, our venues are never the star of the show — the people are! We work with event organizers to create the same sense of excitement and anticipation that fans feel before a world-class artist steps onstage. From events that are meaningful to those meant to make a statement, our team is the partner that brings your ideas to life. A great event has guests wanting to attend, not guests having to attend.

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