For many Ohio University students and Athens residents, a weekend night out means bouncing between the bars along Court Street until the early hours of the next day. Although these nights out on Athens’s most popular stretch of road are fun for many, being on Court can be stressful for those not 21 years old or people who don’t enjoy the local bar scene.
That’s where Athens’ best music venue comes in. The Union, located at 18 W. Union St., has been uplifting local bands and pouring drinks since the 1860s and strives to create a positive atmosphere for all the misfits in southeastern Ohio.
A huge part of The Union’s success is its availability for both OU college students and locals. With cover charges usually hovering around the $8-$10 area and an all-shows 18-plus policy, the legendary rock ‘n’ roll dive certainly makes itself available to the public…