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The Backyard Bar Stage & Grill

A high-energy sports bar and live music venue in Waco, featuring a massive outdoor concert stage, rooftop deck, and a variety of lawn games like cornhole and outdoor billiards.

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The Backyard Bar Stage & Grill
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What is The Backyard Bar Stage & Grill known for?

It is a sports bar and grill that serves burgers, sandwiches, and BBQ, and features a large outdoor concert stage, a 40-foot outdoor screen, a rooftop deck, and fire pits.

What are the hours for The Backyard Bar Stage & Grill?

The venue is open daily from 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM, though some sources indicate it may be open until 2:00 AM.

Does The Backyard Bar Stage & Grill have vegetarian or vegan options?

Yes, the venue offers vegetarian and vegan options.

What is the capacity of the venue?

The combined seating and standing capacity of The Backyard Bar Stage & Grill is 1,300 people.

When do live music shows typically start and how long do they last?

Typical live music shows run for about 3.5 hours, from 8:30 pm to 12:00 am.

What should I check before going?

Use Gyde for context, then check official sources for current hours, tickets, construction, and closures.

What to know

The Backyard Bar Stage & Grill is a sprawling entertainment hub located at 511 S 8th St in Waco. It functions as both a sports bar and grill, serving a menu of American and BBQ favorites, including burgers, sandwiches, and BBQ, with vegetarian and vegan options available. The venue is designed for large crowds, with a combined seating and standing capacity of 1,300 people. The venue is defined by its extensive outdoor amenities. It features a large outdoor concert stage—dimensions cited between 27-by-15 feet and 40-by-15 feet—alongside a 40-foot outdoor screen for sports viewing. Guests can relax by fire pits, enjoy a cascading fountain, or head up to the rooftop deck for an elevated view of the action. For those seeking activity, The Backyard offers a variety of lawn games, including washer pits, cornhole pits, and outdoor billiards. The experience is rounded out by a full restaurant and bar, complete with a frozen drink station. Live music is a central draw, with typical shows running from 8:30 pm to 12:00 am, and doors typically opening 90 minutes to two hours before the event starts.

Visitor tips

  • Doors usually open 90 minutes to two hours before events.
  • Check for age restrictions before visiting, as they may apply for entry.

Nearby context

Located at 511 S 8th St, The Backyard is situated just a short hop from Baylor University, making it a popular hub for sports and music in the area.

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