I came here to see EarthGang preform last year and Im so glad they did because the Black Sheep was absolutely the best introduction to the Colorado Springs music scene I couldve asked for. The local musicians were awesome and the energy from the crowd was great. I was blown away by the amount of support for Dot and Olu that night. Never before had I seen women twerking in the middle of a moshpit, and to this day I have not experienced another atmosphere so filled with joy and love and freedom. I cant wait to go back.

Every town has that one venue that host any and all types of shows. The Black Sheep is that place for Colorado Springs. Small, intimate, and great staff. They let you party, but will toss people if they become unsafe. I love this spot.

Sunday nights are socially distanced Spooky Movie nights! Great times, awesome bartenders, and fun drink specials.

Always a good time..I miss shows but having a goth night event was wonderful!

Man, I remember when this venue became The Black Sheep! These days we dont get out for shows much but going back to The Black Sheep made us realize we need to get out more! The sound is great, the energy is positive and the location is not bad! Thanks to the staff for keeping this place going and keeping a scene for the youth and adults in the springs! If you havent been - go check them out!

Saw Avatar perform in the parking lot on their current headlining festival tour and it was amazing!! The staff was pretty attentive when a pit erupted and kept a sharp eye on everything going on during their set. I didnt get any food or drinks but heard things were good and decently priced from people in the crowd. Great club venue for intimate shows like this one was!

Love this venue! Have been going for 10+ years and always a fun time.

The Sheep is the best venue in Colorado Springs. The staff is amazing, and continue to be upbeat even on a pandemic. Love you, Sheepy bois.

Honestly my favorite concert venue! I recommend it to everyone I know. You can see a lot of up and coming artists for a good price and at a smaller stage where it always feels like a more personal experience. The staff is incredibly nice and they help make it a safe experience too (will hand out water bottles if you need or walk you to your car etc). Theyre genuinely great people and I always have a positive experience there.

Large venue and one of the best sound systems in town. Drinks are a bit pricey but Im sure it helps cover the big touring bands that come through. Only seating is wooden benches along the walls. Smoking area outside is fenced in the parking lot, and no re-entry so make sure you bring everything.

I would give them 7/5 stars if Google let me.

Enjoyed my time and they have a pretty good staff!

Classic venue at a cheap price. If you see a group that you like play here then do not pass it up. If you dont know the group playing here then do some research--it might end up being a great adventure at your local venue!

Great service decent prices and great atmosphere

The acoustics are great at this venue and the size is awesome. No parking area which sucks because you’ll have to find a street parking spot but everything else about the place rocks. Oh and it gets crazy warm too but oh well, that’s kind of expected at a show.

Amazing headlining popular bands in a affordable small concert atmosphere. Feels like a block party with all your friends. Shocking how many big name stars/bands are booked all The Time. The venue knows what the public wants to see and hear and they make it happen!! I give it Highest ratings for sure

Great venue for local bands.

I love the sheep! I work at the shop across the street and I love watching the buses pull in and the musicians hop out when I’m outside. Inside is an awesome venue. Lots of space and if you’re like me and you like the pit, perfect area for one.

I really like this venue. Its small but mighty. Ive got to meet or at least stand next to a couple of my favorite B list bands. Took my 8 yo daughter this last time.

I went there to see Soulfly and its a really good club to see bands almost intimately. The staff was very professional security allowed kids to dance and didnt break it up unless it got out of hand. so you are allowed to have fun as long as you werent hurting anybody and I like that a lot of places you dont get to do that

Ive been to 2 shows here. The first one (That 1 Guy) was pretty good - no complaints. However, the one I went to last night (Magic Beans) was so unbelievably loud that I had to leave halfway through the second opener. Mind you, Ive been to over 300 shows so I have a fairly good idea of what noise level a show should be at. I was sitting way in the back on a bench almost the whole time because it was too loud to get closer, I had earplugs in, and was only there about an hour, and the next day I had the WORST ringing in my ears all day which isnt going away. If you feel like getting tinnitus, then feel free to come here, but Ill probably never see a show here again.

Small but always a good time

Great Staff, yummy drinks and music.

Very small with only a tiny bench to sit on. Provide water for free and have a decent bar. Small bathrooms, old but clean. Lots of band stickers from over the years. Good sound system made for the off sized venue. Amazing big names stop here for a garage band feel.

This is a nice little place if you want to see bands that arent on the mainstream. Dont worry about where it is because its nice and safe there. Ive been twice now check this place out, put it on your radar.

Best live music venue in the Springs!

I always have a blast at this venue! Its an open floor so youre able to get right up against the stage without much difficulty, giving you more of an intimate music experience. Drinks werent too exhorbant either, and from the bartenders to the security detail the staff was polite and friendly all the way around. Get there early if you want a parking spot close to the doors and not down the street though!!

Best place to watch a concert. Drink specials were fantastic, air conditioning was arctic. Sound was perfect. Security was respectful and responsible. I will come again and bring friends. I will try to use their own box office in the future

We love it! It is well run, safe, and they have great shows! Im from Michigan originally so I grew up going to shows at The Machine Shop in Flint. This is by far the best place to go for a big named show outside of that. Highly recommended!!

A small intimate venue in the Springs. This is a great place to see some good local bands during the week and some bigger bands on weekends. The sound system is actually really good and the floor and stage are spread well. Theres so much room for activities haha!!! Drink selection and prices are pretty standard (over priced and lack of options). 4 stars mostly because of the layout and sound quality.

Great intimate venue super awesome staff. We saw crown lands and the Hu. We brought our 6 year old grandson to the all ages show he had a blast. Well stocked bar. Lots of music history to be a part of. Thanks for the awesome time

Best place in the Springs to see a show. Over the last 3 years I have seen over 12 shows and each time I have a great experience. The audio is great, I love the smaller size of the venue as the shows are a little more intense yet intimate. Only issue is how hard it is to get back and forth to the bar but thats just how the building was built.

That old man Mike so cool you all should give him a full time job he is very. Nice to all of the people that go there .

Interesting venue to see a band. Its small and intimate, but the bathroom floor will always be covered in urine by the end of the concert. Not that the establishment has any control over that. But where else are you going to see a live band in Colorado Springs? Theyve cleaned it up over the years and they got rid of the urinal trough which is a plus. There also seems to be a very negative vibe with the place. Every time I go there theres always a fight breaking out, Everytime... the security was on top of it though last time I went there, so kudos to them. They were able to stop it before it got out of control. The security was also very respectful as well. They just drag the people outside and told them to get gone, they werent overly aggressive and acting crazy like I have seen with the bouncers downtown. So if your favorite band is in town definitely go to the black sheep to see them, just be aware that the people in the springs are crazy, uptight and looking to start drama for some reason.

Security was trying to kick us out just because we tried giving our drunk friend his phone while he was being kicked out for a toilet seat that has been broken for eternity. Other than security power tripping, music and the bar is pretty okay. Considering, why people dont come often as they used to and I can see why.

Staff is good with keeping watch when the most pit happens. They attended to a girl immediately, that fell hard last night. So thats a big plus.

Great live music venue... Often has headliners pop in

Great location for live music when allowed.

Excellent venue! Great line ups! Good atmosphere. Follow the rules and youll have a great time

Went to go see Suicide Girls there. The show was awesome. Wish there was a bit more space and they had started the show earlier than advertised so I missed the one part I wanted to see the most which was them in Star Wars costumes. But otherwise, they were very helpful, even gave me a stool and made sure I had a place to sit. I ended up off to the side and not able to see really well because of the early start, but I had a seat and was still a really good show.

Went and saw the Red NOT Chili Peppers, Cull the Herd and another band. Was pretty good. Rocking music good ber for reasonable prices.

Amazing service, amazing people.

Best venue in the springs. Home of some of the best people around. Artists, creators, and good energy seeking individuals can thrive and find a great place to come and have a good time here. Home to some of the best events and concerts around as well! definitely 5*

Went to an ICP concert and the place was amazing and Accomable! Will return.

First time going for the EarthGang concert. Nice cozy space. I hope to see more great rap and hip hop performances here.

A local favorite, its small so it can be very crowded at times depending on the event, but Black Sheep has a welcoming vibe which makes it easy to enjoy.

I really like this venue, wish it offered just a bit more seating. The benefit to this venue is that it is as close to a band you will likely ever get. Seen some great shows here like Fear Factory, Suicidal Tendencies, Mac Sabbath, Coal Chamber, and more!Edit apparently if an autistic guy in the mosh pit hits you in the face with a drink and you react its an automatic ejection. Note that I was not aware of this persons disability, I was informed while I was being escorted out. I went with security completely peacefully and without incident and even offered to shake their hand after they denied my side of the incident however was even refused that common courtesy.If you are going to throw out one of your best customers please have the common courtesy to shake their hand goodbye.

You know what it is what it is and I had a great time no cost check in like little stuff like that its nothing fancy but it was fun.

Great venue. Ive been here several times now and have never had a bad experience (minus my friends getting booted on their own). Prices are a touch high for drinks but the concert tickets are cheap so it evens out. I do like that the bouncers dont mess around and keep everyone safe too.

Its the best venue in town

Did the VIP meet and greet with A.O.D and Guys were Cool ass hell!!! Definitely worth it thanks to the small group in the VIP was very awesome experience and was the best meet and greet band interaction Ive had thanks fellas for being a class act and putting on a great show!!!!

I would have to say its the only place in Colorado Springs that has good concerts and big names that come there

The location is small and good to get close to the bands. Not sure how they can have kids as small as 4 years old in a place with alcohol and people doing a mosh. There were many really small kids there until 11pm. Not sure how the insurance works on covering small kids. Not even sure how tiny kids can be in there. You have to look out to make sure while watching the bands not to step on a small kid. The audio was not set so you can understand any words the bands were saying. If you know the words you can sing in your head. If you dont know the words you will not hear them. Audio editing could correct this issue. Not sure what the laws are on tiny kids in this environment this late with some really drunk people. I do like the place and did not want to see these extremely young kids get hurt.

Amazing. This is what I have to say. The staff at the Black Sheep is fantastic. All genres, all ages, all great. Kevin is the man that made my experience beyond what I ever expected. If you want the best place in town, this is it.

No frills venue with pricey beer but good place for a show. Good sound and lighting. Security is good.

Just saw Cattle Decapitation here and it was amazing. Roomier in there than you might think and very friendly staff .. The sound was amazing and crystal clear. Glad we have our own venue for shows and dont always have to go to Denver. I actually remember this place when I used to go to their goth nights. Damn good to be back!

Sounded better than the last venue I was at in Colorado Springs to see The Dirty Kings. Y&T headlined and the whole show was awesome. Dirty Kings were an incredible compliment to a Y&T show.

It was absolutely amazing. Very small but amazing

Good place for a Rock show.Outside venues ROCK

First time there since the 90s when it was a different club. Show was sick, and felt safe enough to bring my teen. Expect standing room only, there is a bench that runs the sides of the room but thats it. No tables or chairs, even at the bar. We had a great time and will definitely be going back!

The sheep is always a good time

Loud Rocker Club Music/Bar

Best live music venue in Colorado Springs. Attracts National acts and Local bands alike. Top notch sound system and staff. Get on down!

Ill give them 5 just because all my friends love it there I havent been myself

Always a great time at the black sheep

Great little dive spot with plenty of personality to match. Parking is severely lacking, so expect to walk a bit. Prices are also a bit high, but that is typical for bar/concert venues. They host a huge variety of genres, and the place has that intimate vibe. Staff does a great job with keeping people behaving so you can enjoy the show as well, whether it is indoors or outdoors.

Great small place for an amazing concert! Had a great time

It was so hot outside waiting to get in. Then once we were inside I thought it would get better. My friends got so hot she started throwing up. The staff came over give her a bottle of water cut her wrist band of put x on both her hand& helped her to the door. I was trying to help her across the street to our motel room. STAFF SAID: NO REENTRY!!!!! I said: well she cant walk across the street my herself... So one of the staff helped her across the street.THANK YOU FOR HELPING HER. THE CONCERT WAS AWESOME..

The Black Sheep is local, intimate and has great sound!

I read reviews before heading to a concert here. I was very cautious due to what I had read. However there was no need. The bounces that other claimed were horrible and liked to rough people up, were amazingly nice to us (group of 4). They were kind to my girls and me. They let us go to the car when needed and even helped me walk one of the girls to car when she had a bit to much (before we got there, they didnt serve her, and rightfully so). I forgot my jacket after the concert and they had already closed up. They allowed me back in to get it. So my perspective is. If you act decent and respect them, theyll respect you and even look out for you in return. Thank you guys for helping me with my friend and being kind. Especially David!The actual venue: clean bar and bathrooms, dance floor, good sound system, all in all great little place. What you absolutely expect from a hidden away bar/venue. I didnt give 5 stars because they charge for water. 2$ a bottle, so not bad, but shouldve been free. That is my only complaint.

This place holds amazing concerts font row standing if you get there early enough. Been to two concerts L.A GUNS and now BLACK LABLE SOCIETY. Plan on going to more

Dive bar for metal and punk bands with occasional other genres. The sound guy was great last time I was there. I could distinguish every instrument from all 4 bands. Cheap beer and usually a food cart or truck outside.

A cool local spot. They have put a lot into the sound system! They offer a full bar. Support your local music scene!!!

This is where I went for my first live show, I was not disappointed. Every time Ive been back the mosh pit is epic.

First time here freindly crowd.Staff on top of you dont set dowm your hat or your drink.Seem to leave coats alone!

Great shows! Venue can easily become overcrowded..

Just the right size club to catch a cool band.

I love this place. A smaller venue, it has a more intimate feeling than other places. Its a lot closer than having to drive to Denver. Every employee Ive ever dealt with is super friendly. My only complaint is the bathrooms are super small. Two stalls and one sink. It causes quite the backup in the ladies room, but eh, what can you do.

I attended an event that I was asked to photograph. Everything went great. I did have a bit of an issue with the bass. It was turned up so much that the vibration from the floor caused my back to hurt tremendously. Not sure all of that is necessary. The lights are nice, but difficult to work with.

Great venue for live music. VIP seating is great also.

Great, small venue. Good shows, good sound quality. Security could speed up the process but they are efficient.

I love seeing big bands in this small venue. Giving locals a chance to hit the stage with others you hear on the radio. They had both indoor and outdoor stages and one band would start minutes after the other stage finished.

No venue parking! Had to park on the street. I did find a spot quickly though. Quick, easy check-in. Will call was a breeze. Limited food choices inside the gate. And no place. I repeat, no place to sit down. Except the ground! No problem getting high! None at all! Alcohol is plentiful. Ice is a premium! But its free, just ask. The open air stage seemed small at first. But its bigger than it looks. Much bigger! The show looked and sounded great. The staff were professional and curtious at all times! Its a great place to see a show. But the lack of seating is a problem! All-in-all I would go back to see another show there for sure!

Awesome music and great space for a venue. The bar and staff are intense but it’s fitting. He restroom situation can definitely use some work, but again, it’s fitting for the venue.

HELLYEAH WAS GREAT TO SEE THERE!Bartenders were nice

A gritty place with great bands. The new sound system rocks. Its very tight when popular acts play, but the staff does a great job keeping things cool. The biggest challenge is parking, most is on Platte. Get there early for good parking.

Best local concert venue!! Its small but its amazing :)

Always a great time at this venue. Small enough where youre up close to the artists, parking and leaving is never an issue. Great sound too. Its awesome to meet bands too. Highly recommended.

Love going to black sheep for concerts. And now that they stock my favorite local beer I will go more often.

Great venue. First time there, not the last. The staff was amazing

Best place to see live music. Venue isnt too big, love this place.

The black sheep is always a nice place to chill at and listen to good music. They have pretty high status bands come through, excellent staff (security and tech in particular) and arent terribly expensive. Black sheep is arguably the venue Im most comfortable with.

Awesome venue that is so low key, you can see bands with a crowd of 300 or less. Seen Shinedown before they made it super huge. Always love this place.

Good venue. Saw Crowblands and the Hu play. Security is good, bar is fast, good bands and good ambience I would definitely recommend this venue

Best local band venue in the Springs! The kids have a great scene here and are a huge support for touring bands. Im super excited this place exists! So most week day shows are $8-$12 and the bigger named shows go up to $20 to $35. For those shows purchase tix early because they do sell out. The staff are always helpfull and provide ear plugs free for those who need it, with that being said the sound system always sounds phenomenal for the crowd and the bands say stage sound is great as well, there is an ATM just inside the entrance so you can buy merch from bands that dont take cards. The box office is cash only but the staff is cool with letting you use the ATM to buy tix. The bar does accept cards and has a great selection of liquor and Avery IPA with Great Divide Titan are always on tap for $6, a few more craft selections are available in cans along with a selection of domestics. My only con is the restroom situation, I think some people dont aim or flush so the smell is harsh and gets worse the further back you go however Ive been in venues with way worse situations so its to be expected at almost every venue that hosts shows every day of the week. If youre only in town for a few days and want to see a show this is the place to go! Chances are youll see a killer band youve never heard of, thanks for being the best of COS Black Sheep!

Decent spot. Parking may be tough. Not the cleanest place but tolerable. Sound was good when went to see a friends band play. Security was decent. Bar area is fairly large. Service was fast. Drinks are a decent price. Location was easy to find.

Best concert venue staff. Bartenders, security lighting and sound.

An ok venue, its a little bit small I would have to say, but I have only been to huge events so Im not sure if its considered small. The artists had to walk through the crowd to the stage which was cool, because you were able to see them close up if you were in the right place. Overall, I would definitely go back! But it would be the artists who make me go back and not the venue itself.

Took my teen to her first punk show here and the crowd/show couldnt have been better. We met some really great people. Hope you found your friends Levi! My family and I had a great time. Ive been to hundreds of shows all over the country but this place was special. Well definitely be going again.

To be honest the crowd doesnt find it bad, the talent on the night I went was good. But the really need to do something with the acoustics it does become hard to hear the singers because there is none. The whole place vertebrates backed the sound because the Acoustics are bad whats makes the sound not so good. The whole place just needs to be updated. I found the ladies room to be dirty and very offencive I understand that its a bar lounge venue but it doesnt call for the offensiveness that is written all over the walls.