Detroit, MI venue guide
Plan your visit to Detroit Opera House in Detroit, MI with entrance, accessibility, transit, parking, dining, and upcoming event details.
Bag policy
Bag rules vary by event. When bags are allowed they are inspected; backpacks and hard-sided bags are always prohibited, along with listed weapons, food, drinks, recording devices, and other restricted items.
Entrances
Doors generally open 90 minutes before performances. Broadway and Madison Avenue provide entrances; Will Call opens two hours before the performance on Broadway.
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Venue essentials
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Bag rules vary by event. When bags are allowed they are inspected; backpacks and hard-sided bags are always prohibited, along with listed weapons, food, drinks, recording devices, and other restricted items.
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Accessible seating is on Orchestra and Box levels. Elevators are in the Smith Lobby; assisted listening and KultureCity sensory bags are available at Guest Services.
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Policies can change by event. Venue signs, staff, and official event notices are the source of truth at the door.
Getting there
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1526 Broadway, Detroit, MI, 48226
The opera house is one block from the Detroit People Mover and two blocks from the QLine.
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Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Food and beverages are sold at bars on the first, second, and third-floor lobbies. Outside food and drink are prohibited; coat check is available in the Vincent Lobby and Broadway Lounge.
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Wheelchair-accessible restrooms are on the third floor and single-use accessible restrooms are on the first floor on Broadway and Madison sides.
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No fixed public merchandise map is published; show merchandise is typically in the lobby when offered.
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