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I haven’t been to subt in a while, but from what I remember, they were really lax about bringing cameras.

I’ve only gone to all ages shows at Concord, so I’m not sure if they check IDs.

“Camera PolicySUBJECT TO CHANGE - The standard venue policy allows camera phones, disposable cameras, and small digital cameras. Any camera that has a detachable lens will be considered professional and not allowed in. If the camera lens zooms out of the camera more than 1 inch, it will be considered a professional camera and will not be allowed in. Some artists do not permit cameras, so please check the event page the night of the show to ensure that they will be allowed in. GO PRO's are not permitted in the venue.”

I’ve never used their coat check, but I would guess that it’s around $5. I recommend calling the venue for specifics.

You’d have to call the specific venue about their admittance policies. I wish I could be more help.

I’m not sure about this one. The Aragon had upped security the last time I went (pat downs and bag checks were pretty thorough when I went to see Alt-J) and I’m not sure that they would believe you if you said you were leaving it at coat check.

The Aragon has gotten pretty thorough with bag checks and pat downs. I would advise that you don’t try to sneak in a flask because they’ll most likely find it.

Yes, Subt allows DSLR cameras.

I can’t remember if they do, and there isn’t anything listed on their website, so I would recommend that you call the venue about it: (773) 525-2508

Yes, bottom lounge has a coat check located right before the main floor doors.

Yes, they do! As noted on their website, “For most weather appropriate shows, a coat check is available and is located in the basement by the Women’s restroom.”

I’ve never used their coat check, but I imagine that it’s somewhere around $5.

I never use camelbacks, so you’d have to call the venue about their policy: 773-561-9500.

I’m not sure what Chainsmokers’ crowds are like, so I’m really not sure what time you’d have to get there to guarantee front row. As a rule of thumb, I get to venues at least 3 or 4 hours early when possible.

Yes, the Aragon has a coat check.

At any venue with an age restriction, it’s pretty much guaranteed that they will check IDs at the door.

I love being really up close when going to shows, so GA main floor is the best to me.