Frequently Asked Questions
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The Alluvion is located on the second floor of the Commongrounds building.
414 E Eighth St, Traverse City, MI 49686
Enter through the front door under the marquee on 8th St, at the west entrance between the marquee and West Shore Bank, or directly from the underground parking garage.
Take the elevator or stairs to the second floor.
We recommend parking in the Government Center parking lot, off of Boardman Ave. This lot is free after 4:00 PM Mon-Fri and free all day on Saturdays and Sundays. Hang a left in that lot and park there. (Their signs are confusing but you can park there trust us.) It is kitty-corner from our marquee and there is a crosswalk conveniently placed right there!
There are also 16 metered parking spaces below the building and many free street parking options and other parking garages nearby. See a more detailed map with parking options here
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Help our small arts organization thrive! We have many ways to support. Click HERE to learn more and to support the arts in your community.
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All shows are general admission, so we encourage arrival when doors open. Check the description of the show in the ticket links to learn the style of room for any given concert.
Every show is different. Shouting with joy for the music, and standing or dancing respectfully is always welcome!
There are three main styles of seating layouts:
Club Style - 60-80 seats available. Casual vibe with space for standing or dancing as well. Chairs are grouped around tables, where you can enjoy drinks and food. Used for Funky Fun Monday and Thursday Night Jazz, as well as other shows.
Seated Listening Room - 150 seats available. A fully seated auditorium style setup.
Standing/Dancing Room - 180 standing tickets available. Used for dancing-forward events. Limited seating available at the edges of the room - first come; first serve.
We can accommodate all accessibility needs of our audience.
If you have any accessibility needs for an event in The Alluvion, please contact us ahead of time.
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No. Every show is different. Some are seated, some are standing, some are club style with cocktail tables, and some shows are a hybrid.
Sometimes people find a great spot to dance during a seated show, and that is cool. Others find a nice spot to sit during standing dance shows, and that’s cool too.
Each event link and ticket lists the style of show in advance.
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All tickets are digital and sent by email.
If you can’t find them in your email inbox, double-check for typos in your email address or check your spam folder.
Ticket holders can always check in by name at the door if you can’t locate your ticket. We can look up your order.
Ludus is our ticketing platform. Tickets can be printed or used from your phone. You can also utilize customer service via Ludus.
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Please note that all ticket sales are final. Refunds will only be considered under exceptional circumstances, such as event cancellation or rescheduling. In these cases, the decision to issue a refund will be made at the discretion of the artist or venue, not the ticket buyer.
If you purchased ticket protection from Ludus, you can contact Ludus directly for a refund under most circumstances.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you to the event!
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Yes. If a show is not sold out, you can always purchase tickets at the door.
Cash or card accepted.
Door tickets are usually always $5 more than buying them in advance online.
If a show is sold out, you can’t buy a door ticket.
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Doors and bar always open 30 minutes prior to a show. The times for doors and show time are always listed on each show link and your ticket. Be sure to read the times carefully.
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Yes, Colibri is conveniently located below the venue on floor one and open for business Mon-Sat 2:00-10PM. Stop by for wine and food at Colibri before or after any Alluvion show.
We generally do not serve food upstairs during shows but we always have a bar open in the venue.
Funky Fun Mondays & Thursday Night Jazz offer food inside the venue.
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No, we do not have a physical box office. All tickets are purchased on our website as digital tickets and sent by email.
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Right here: https://www.thealluvion.org/tickets
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A small venue making big waves. Established in 2023, The Alluvion is a one of a kind concert venue, arts, and event space located on the second floor of the Commongrounds Cooperative building at the edge of The Boardman River in downtown Traverse City, Michigan. We are dedicated and committed to an undeniably unique, refreshing, and high quality experience for our artists and our audiences. Known for our great sound, thoughtfully curated programming, good vibes, and intimate setting.
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Yes, the bar is available at our venue, stocked with beer, wine, cocktails, non-alcoholic options, and free water at all Alluvion shows. Feel free to bring your own water. Any other outside beverages are not permitted.
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30 minutes before a show, also known as “door time.” Each event link and ticket lists when doors open and when the performance starts.
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No weapons - firearms, knives/sharp objects
No animals - service animals welcome!
Outside alcohol - water bottles for water are cool
Outside food
Bad vibes
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Photos and videos captured by personal smart phones is permissible with flash off. Otherwise, no outside photography or video are allowed in the venue unless you have received permission from the venue or artist.
The Alluvion contracts pro photographers to shoot and record shows. Check out our photo archive and our Youtube Channel
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The general guideline is: if you would like an extra seat for your child, we request that you purchase them a ticket. But if they’re young enough to spend the evening on your lap, feel free to bring them in without one! We highly recommend ear muffs or plugs for infants.
Other things to consider when bringing a child to an Alluvion show:
Louder/more energetic shows often encourage dancing in the aisles or open spaces — this can be a fun way for kids to enjoy the tunes and get out the wiggles.
For quieter shows, if kids get overstimulated or a little cranky, use the lobber as a place to get the energy out! If noise persists during the show, you could be asked to leave by staff.
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No. When shows are sold out, all the seats have been taken, or the room at capacity. We do not have a waiting list.
If you are determined to see a show, you may come to the doors to see if any ticket holders choose to return their unused tickets.
However, there is no guarantee that you will be able to get a ticket for the event. For this reason, we recommend purchasing tickets early, joining our email list, or the Deep End fan club.
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Yes! All Alluvion merch is purchase in venue only. Buy merch at The Alluvion bar at any show or event.
Gift cards are purchased online only and can be found here.
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The word “alluvion” refers to a natural phenomenon by which rivers and seas create new land. It is the moving of a shoreline, the shifting of a river’s curves. As moving water picks up sediment from one place and drops that sediment in a new place, it creates a new piece of land that will grow larger and larger as more sediment is dropped. This action is called “alluvion.”
We are deeply connected to our location on the banks of The Boardman River. We honor and respect the ancestral lands of the Indigenous Anishinaabe peoples. This name brings the movement of the river into our story. It is also a name that encapsulates change and creativity — values that resonate with us. We chose the name The Alluvion because of these reasons — and also because (let’s be honest) it sounds pretty cool, creative, and intriguing.
There is no wrong way to pronounce it. Some say All-uv-i-UN or All-uv-i-IN and others say All-uv-i-ON. All pronunciations work and sometimes it’s fun to switch it up.
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Commongrounds is the building we are in. A beautiful, multi-use cooperative containing much more than just The Alluvion. Explore what else is in the building and learn more here
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Three onsite accessible parking spaces
Ramps at both entrances to the building
Elevator access at all entry points that lead directly to the venue on floor two
We are happy and prepared to accommodate you. Please email info@thealluvion.org in advance with any specific accessibility needs you might have. We can set up reserved seating, assistance, or anything needed to ensure you have a great experience.
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Every Monday night. Click HERE to learn all about Funky Fun Monday and to see the weekly schedule.
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Every Thursday night Sept - June. Click HERE to learn all about Thursday Night Jazz 4 All and to see the weekly schedule.
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Every first Tuesday of the month Oct - June. Click HERE to learn all about Ship Yard and to see the schedule.
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The last Sunday of each month Oct - May. Click HERE to learn all about The Alluvion Big Band and to see the schedule.
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For young kids, babys, and families! Click HERE to learn all about Mindful & Musical classes at The Alluvion. To see Miriam’s schedule and sign up for classes visit her website here: https://www.mindfulandmusical.com/
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Click HERE to learn all about The Alluvion Jazz Series, to see the lineup, and a list of past performers.
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Click HERE to learn all about The Alluvion World Music Series, to see the lineup, and a list of past performers.
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We feature artists on every level. Local, regional, national and international.
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All styles. We always offer a wide variety of music year round. We do not focus on only one single genre or style of music.
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No. During the winter months we offer self serve coat racks in the lobby.
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Beyond live music we have comedy, storytelling, poetry, book launches, film screenings, artist panels, live podcasts, community events, workshops, visual art exhibits, venue rentals, and much more.
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Click HERE to learn all about our Visual Arts program.
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An annual subscription based membership club with special, deep perks and exclusive access. Click HERE to join or learn all about The Deep End.
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Click HERE to sponsor The Alluvion or learn all about our Sponsorship Program.
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Yes! We have two options for donations. Click HERE to donate or learn more.
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Name A Chair is a unique and symbolic way to support the venue. Click HERE to name a chair of your own or to learn more.
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Yes!
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Yes we have a phone line. It is text only. We always do our best to respond with a text if the answer to the question can’t be found on our FAQ page. Sometimes responses can be delayed. We appreciate your patience.
(231) 714-6566
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We rent the venue when we are able. It is dependent on availability, the nature and needs of your proposed event, and if your budget allows for the rental fee. All rentals are customized.
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We are always in need of volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering please email info@thealluvion.org to get the conversation started.
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Yes, join our email list by clicking HERE
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Yes, please email tyler@thealluvion.org for all media requests.
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Feel free to email info@thealluvion.org with your question. We do not guarantee a response to every inquiry but we will always do our best, and we thank you for your patience.