Breaking Hearts in Southeast Queens: The Coliseum is Closing Its Doors Forever 🚨

Y'all, if you're from the culture, this one hits different. The legendary Coliseum home to endless vibes, hustles, and history is officially shutting down on January 31st. Shop owners just got hit with the news THREE DAYS AGO, after dropping their rent checks. And get this: they've been assured for years that the building wouldn't sell. Smh. Stores come and go, but the Coliseum and 165th? They were straight ICONS. Pillars of our community, where dreams got sparked and legends were made.

The History of Jamaica Colosseum Mall: A Southeast Queens Icon

Nestled at the bustling intersection of 165th Street and 89th Avenue in Jamaica, Queens, the Jamaica Colosseum Mall (often just called "The Coliseum") wasn't just a shopping spot it was a cultural heartbeat for generations of New Yorkers. Spanning about 122,500 square feet on a 50,000 square foot lot, this concrete landmark evolved from a post-war retail giant to a vibrant hub for hip-hop, entrepreneurship, and community vibes. Its story reflects the ups and downs of urban Queens: economic booms, cultural explosions, and eventual redevelopment pressures. Here's a chronological breakdown.

P.S. If you haven't already, GO SUPPORT THEM ONE LAST TIME before it's too late. The Alive Show will be out there LIVE interviewing guests, strolling down memory lane, capturing every moment. Stay tuned. Who's coming through?