Elsewhere Brooklyn: The Rooms, the Rooftop and What to Expect
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Elsewhere is a multi-room club and music venue at 599 Johnson Ave in Bushwick, open since 2017, with club nights on Friday and Saturday (doors 10:30pm to 4am), concerts on other nights and a rooftop that only runs in summer. Bring a scannable photo ID or a passport; exits are final.
Elsewhere venue page: club nights and guest list →| Quick answer | Elsewhere (Nov 2026) |
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| Where | 599 Johnson Ave, Bushwick, Brooklyn |
| Rooms | The Hall, Zone One, a lounge, and the Rooftop in summer |
| Club nights | Friday and Saturday, doors 10:30pm–4am |
| Rooftop | Summer only; the 2026 events ran from June 13 to Oct 1 |
| Door | Scannable photo ID or passport; final exits |
The rooms
Elsewhere opened in 2017 and works like several venues under one roof. The Hall is the big room, with space for about 700 people, used for concerts and the larger club nights. Zone One is a second club room. There's a lounge to sit down in, and in summer, the Rooftop. On a busy night different rooms can host different events, so check which room your night is in.
Club nights vs. concerts
Elsewhere is as much a concert venue as a club, which surprises first-timers. The club nights are on Friday and Saturday, with doors at 10:30pm and the night running to 4am. Long-running Brooklyn parties like Papi Juice have used the space. In November 2026 the calendar has dates on the 6th, 20th, 25th and 28th; the rest of the week is mostly live music.
The Rooftop (summer)
The Rooftop is Elsewhere's open-air space and it's seasonal. In 2026 its events ran from June 13 to Oct 1, mixing afternoon and evening parties with outdoor concerts. It has historically opened around Memorial Day weekend. As of Nov 2026 it's closed for the season, and the 2027 dates aren't out yet.
At the door
Two practical rules. Bring a scannable photo ID or your passport, because the door scans IDs. And exits are final: once you leave, you can't come back in that night, so go out for air on the rooftop in summer, not on the street.
Similar clubs
House of Yes is in the same part of Bushwick, for a night built around performers and themes. Bossa Nova Civic Club, under the M train on Myrtle Avenue, is the small, late techno and house room.
Frequently asked questions
What is Elsewhere in Brooklyn?
A multi-room club and music venue at 599 Johnson Ave in Bushwick, open since 2017, with The Hall, Zone One, a lounge and a summer rooftop.
Is the Elsewhere rooftop open?
Not in November. It's seasonal: in 2026 its events ran from June 13 to Oct 1, and the 2027 dates haven't been announced.
Can you re-enter Elsewhere?
No. Exits are final for the night.
What ID do you need for Elsewhere?
A scannable photo ID or a passport.
What nights does Elsewhere have club nights?
Fridays and Saturdays, with doors listed from 10:30pm to 4am; the rest of the week is mostly concerts and events.
How many rooms does Elsewhere have?
The Hall (about 700 people), Zone One, a lounge and the Rooftop, which opens in summer.
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