The Pageant is a concert venue located at 6161 Delmar Boulevard on the east end of the Delmar Loop in St. Louis, Missouri. Opened on October 19, 2000, and built from the ground up as a nightclub, the venue has grown into one of the city’s most recognizable stops for touring musicians, earning a reputation as St. Louis’ premier midsize concert hall.
The venue holds about 2,300 people. Live Nation owns a 50% equity stake in The Pageant, while day-to-day operations are overseen by managing partner Pat Hagin. Its layout, sound system, and on-site Halo Bar have made it a favorite among both concertgoers and touring acts, and it has consistently ranked among the busiest nightclub-style venues in the world according to Pollstar’s ticket sales data.
Stats at a Glance
- Location: 6161 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis, Missouri
- Type: Concert venue / nightclub
- Opened: October 19, 2000
- Capacity: About 2,300
- Ownership: 50% Live Nation; day-to-day operations run by managing partner Pat Hagin
- Famous for: Ranked among Pollstar’s top nightclubs worldwide (4th in 2008, 6th in 2014)
A Modern Venue Built for Live Music
Unlike many concert halls that occupy repurposed theaters or ballrooms, The Pageant was constructed specifically as a nightclub and performance space when it opened in 2000. Its name pays tribute to a long-gone Pageant movie theater that once stood a few blocks away on Delmar Boulevard, tying the modern venue to the neighborhood’s entertainment history.
The Pageant’s location on the Delmar Loop places it in one of St. Louis’ most walkable entertainment districts, surrounded by restaurants, shops, and bars, making a show at the venue easy to pair with a night out in the area.
The Halo Bar and the Concertgoer Experience
Attached to the main hall is The Halo Bar, a smaller lounge space that has operated nightly regardless of whether a concert is scheduled, giving the venue a life beyond just show nights. Reviewers have praised the combination of sound quality, parking availability, and the intimate feel of the room even at capacity crowds.
With room for roughly 2,300 people, The Pageant sits in a sweet spot between small clubs and large arenas, a format that has helped it repeatedly rank among Pollstar’s busiest nightclub-category venues in the world.
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The Pageant FAQs
Where is The Pageant located?
The Pageant is located at 6161 Delmar Boulevard on the Delmar Loop in St. Louis, Missouri.
How many people can The Pageant hold?
The venue has a capacity of about 2,300 people.
Who owns The Pageant?
Live Nation holds a 50% equity stake in The Pageant, but day-to-day operations are run locally by managing partner Pat Hagin.
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