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In Leesburg, Virginia, Spanky's Shenanigans accommodates about 275 people under a 21+ policy. This neighborhood pub hosts most shows Wednesday-Saturday nights. Friday and Saturday nights are typicaly reserved for full bands while Wednesdays and Thursdays are for solo/duo acts. Spanky's Shenanigans programs Acoustic, Blues, Classic Rock, Country, Pop, Rock, and Top 40. Spanky's Shenanigans accepts booking inquiries by email. Sound and stage provisions at Spanky's Shenanigans remain show-specific and should be advanced before travel is locked. Before confirming Spanky's Shenanigans, settle the running time and any venue-specific promotion or settlement terms. Show inquiries for Spanky's Shenanigans are handled by its talent buyer function.

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Capacity
275
Age policy
21+
Genres
Acoustic, Blues, Classic Rock, Country, Pop, Rock, Top 40
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Address
538 E. Market Street, 20176, United States
Venue phone
(703) 777-2454

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