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The Pageant
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Address 6161 Delmar Blvd
St. Louis, MO 63112-1200
Location Delmar Loop,
Owner Joe Edwards, Patrick Hagin
Capacity up to 2,300
Opened October 19, 2000

The Pageant is a popular music venue (a place where live music is played) in the Delmar Loop area of St. Louis, Missouri. It's known as one of the best mid-sized places in St. Louis to see a show. Many famous bands and artists from all over the country perform here. You can hear all kinds of music, like pop, indie rock, hip-hop, jazz, and blues.

The Pageant has been recognized as one of the top music clubs in the world for ticket sales. For example, in 2014, it was ranked 6th globally. In 2008, it was even higher, at 4th place!

This cool venue has a main concert hall where the big shows happen. There's also the Halo Bar, which is a smaller stage for different performances. Plus, you can find Suite 100, a shop that sells cool stuff from the concerts. The Pageant is also one of the few places in the area that is easy for people with disabilities to access.

The Pageant got its name from an old movie theater that used to be nearby. Its bright colors and neon lights on the outside look like a classic movie theater from the past.

Inside The Pageant: What to Expect

The Pageant is designed to give both the audience and the performers a great experience. It has plenty of space for everyone watching the show. The stage has awesome lighting options for the artists.

Different Areas to Explore

  • Main Concert Hall: This is the biggest area where most of the concerts take place.
  • Halo Bar: A smaller stage within the venue, perfect for more intimate performances.
  • Suite 100: A retail shop where you can buy merchandise like T-shirts and posters from the bands playing.

Awesome Shows You Might Know

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Phil Lesh and Friends performing at The Pageant on July 3, 2009.

The Pageant has hosted many famous musicians and bands since it opened in 2000. Here are just a few of the exciting shows that have happened there:

Early Years: 2000-2001

Later Performances: 2006-2018

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