Virginia City, NV

Red Dog Saloon

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With room for roughly 130 and a 21+ policy, Red Dog Saloon is part of the live-music circuit in Virginia City, Nevada. What started as the Comstock House in 1863 by Henry Comstock in 1965 was taken over by the "proto-hippies" with there long hair, boots and outrageous clothing of distinctly American and Native American heritage. Today the Red Dog Saloon is one of the best places to spend time in Northern Nevada. The Red Dog Saloon calendar is open to All Genres. Red Dog Saloon accepts booking inquiries by email. At Red Dog Saloon, a house PA is provided. QuickPitch is available for this venue. Final timing and event-specific arrangements with Red Dog Saloon need agreement before the show is announced.

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Ruby
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ruby@reddogvc.rocks
(775) 847-7474

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Capacity
130
Age policy
21+
Genres
All Genres
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Address
76 N. C Street, 89440, United States
Venue phone
(775) 847-7474
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