The Forge

The Forge is a great concert venue. Nothing fancy. Not a bad seat in the house. 2-13-26 VISIT - came to the Forge to see my favorite regional emo/punk/party band, All American Throwbacks, $20.00 at the door - sound quality was great - and just the right volume level (you could still somewhat talk to someone next to you). I brought ear plugs with per usual, but when standing in the back I just about didn’t need them - food seemed reasonably priced for a concert venue - drinks seemed overpriced (but I think that about most everywhere) - I thought the tickets would be cheaper buying in person (by not having to pay the online/convenience fee), but it ended up that it would’ve been cheaper if I bought online before going to the Forge

Very intimate venue where typically the band members come out after their sets for photos and autographs. The bar is easy to get drinks and very reasonably priced. Parking is free either on the street or is the near by parking garage.

Great live music room in the historic town of Joliet! Our band performed there this past weekend and everything was spot on!! Thank you Lara and the staff for makimg it real!

I am writing to formally express my disappointment regarding the security staff at The Forge during the Yailin La Más Viral concert. During the event, several security guards were unprofessional and rude when interacting with guests. When I approached security with a concern, I was dismissed rather than assisted. The tone and attitude displayed were not appropriate for a venue responsible for guest safety and experience. Additionally, it appeared that some security staff did not speak or understand English well, which made communication extremely difficult. In situations involving crowd control and safety, clear communication is critical. There did not seem to be an effort to provide someone who could properly understand and address concerns. Concertgoers expect a safe and professionally managed environment. Unfortunately, the security presence at this event did not reflect that standard. I hope management reviews this matter seriously to improve staff training and communication for future events.

⭐️⭐️⭐️ We attended the Ivy Queen concert and overall the experience was good, though there are a few areas that could be improved. The venue is well-suited for small concerts, offering a great atmosphere and a space that allows fans to enjoy the artist up close. However, the event could have used better time management: it was scheduled for 9:00 p.m., but the show didn’t start until midnight. That being said, Ivy Queen’s energy on stage and her connection with the audience made the wait worthwhile. With better logistics and punctuality, events like this could be an even more complete and highly recommended experience.

Nice place to see a concert. The upper level has seating so old guys like me can sit and enjoy the show. Lower level is GA. I can't stand for long periods of time. The sound could be better. Both band's vocals seemed washed to me. I'm a little picky on vocals so ymmv.

ery disappointed in how this venue handles medical situations. The women’s restroom was overcrowded, with people pushing each other, making it unsafe. I am diabetic and needed to administer insulin. I informed security of my medical condition and asked for access to another restroom or a safer space. I was denied without any consideration. A medical need should be taken seriously. I expected more professionalism and basic compassion from staff.