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Hobby Center

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Hobby Center is a music venue at 800 Bagby. No smoking inside.

Hobby Center — documentary venue view.
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Event-day answers for Hobby Center

FanProof verdictFor the Hobby Center, arrive at least 45 minutes before curtain. The garage behind the venue enters from Rusk or Walker Streets and costs $20 by card; valet on Bagby costs $35, subject to availability. Lobbies open 90 minutes before shows, seating usually begins 30 minutes before, and latecomers may be held outside.

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Bags & entry

Travel light: backpacks, large bags and luggage may be refused entry. Everyone passes through touchless security screening. The venue’s general FAQ does not establish a numeric size allowance; check your show’s instructions and contact Guest Services about a specific bag or medical need before travel.

Events, tickets & arrival timeline

Your event day

Travel time
  1. 6:15 PM
    Leave30 minutes to get there, then into the gates by your arrival time.
  2. 6:45 PMArrivePlanning estimate: 45 minutes before start. Check your ticket for doors and check-in times.
  3. 7:30 PMStartListed start time. Doors usually open earlier; check your ticket.
  4. AfterGetting homeCheck your ride or last train home

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Venue details
Venue typeMusic Venue
CapacityNot publishedno reliable fixed total in the reviewed venue record; event configuration may vary
Upcoming Shows

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Transit & the journey home

Use the entrance at 800 Bagby, Houston, TX 77002.

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Parking

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Parking At A Glance

Best option
Traveling east on Rusk (before you reach the theatre onthe right), or traveling west on Walker (after the theatre on the right). There is also ample parking in the underground City Hall and Theater District parking lots (signs are marked with a large star).

Location

800 Bagby

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Inside the Venue At A Glance

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Mixed

Current event inventory

Everyone must have a ticket to enter the theatre. The event page is the source for the room, seating format, and doors.

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Positive

Accessibility check

Accessibility arrangements can vary by event and seating configuration; use the venue listing's accessible-ticket path before purchase. 10 am - 6 pm Monday - Friday (non-show days)

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The experience

  • Watch out for: No smoking inside.
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Why It Works

  • ✓No smoking inside.
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800 Bagby · Houston, TX

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Travel light: backpacks, large bags and luggage may be refused entry. Everyone passes through touchless security screening. The venue’s general FAQ does not establish a numeric size allowance; check your show’s instructions and contact Guest Services about a specific bag or medical need before travel.

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Destination
Hobby Center, 800 Bagby · Houston, TX.
Transit
Use the entrance at 800 Bagby, Houston, TX 77002.
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Use the entrance at 800 Bagby, Houston, TX 77002. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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