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NewsCreative Loafing Tampa BayAugust 3, 2026Hillsborough County

Crowbar music venue closes in Ybor City after 20 years

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The Crowbar music venue in Ybor City has officially closed its doors after two decades of operation. The venue concluded its run last week with a final showcase featuring Tampa hip-hop artists.

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Why It Matters

The closure marks the end of a 20-year tenure for a notable cultural and entertainment establishment in the Ybor City district of Tampa.

Key Facts

  • The Crowbar music venue in Ybor City has permanently closed.
  • The venue operated for 20 years.
  • The final events at the venue took place last week.
  • The final showcase featured Tampa hip-hop artists.

Who's Mentioned

PersonBig Noyd“Performer at the final show”OrganizationCreative Loafing Tampa“The news publication reporting the closure.”PersonDave Decker“Photographer for the article”location1812 N 17th St.“Address of the former Crowbar venue”locationYbor City“Neighborhood in Tampa where the venue was located.”PersonRay Roa“Author of the article”PersonTom DeGeorge“Co-founder and co-owner of Crowbar”OrganizationCrowbar“Music venue in Ybor City”PersonJames Sandman“Local hip-hop figure and Illsboro Records boss”PersonTalib Kweli“Last performer at the venue”