Dekalb, IL venue guide
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Bag policy
Suitcases, coolers, backpacks and large bags aren't allowed; medically needed coolers can be stored with staff. Most touring shows have bag checks at the front doors, and larger acts may add metal-detector wanding. There's no coat check.
Entrances
Doors open an hour before live events and 30 minutes before films unless noted. Will Call opens with the front doors; bring photo ID or the purchase card. Everyone needs a ticket regardless of age, and some shows bar children under 3 (noted on the listing). Keep your ticket to re-enter after smoking outside. Entrance: 135 N Second St.
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Venue essentials
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Suitcases, coolers, backpacks and large bags aren't allowed; medically needed coolers can be stored with staff. Most touring shows have bag checks at the front doors, and larger acts may add metal-detector wanding. There's no coat check.
Verified Oct 6, 2026Egyptian Theatre — FAQ
The main floor is fully accessible; there's no elevator to the mezzanine or balcony. Wheelchair and companion seats are in the front row on house left and right and at the rear center. Transfer and bench seats are available, and transport wheelchairs are at the doors. Free hearing devices are lent with ID held. Request ASL 2 weeks ahead: 815-758-1225.
Verified Oct 6, 2026Egyptian Theatre — Accessibility
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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135 N. 2nd Street, Dekalb, IL, 60115
City of DeKalb Transit Routes 16 and 17 stop half a block from the theatre's front door at 135 N Second St. Prearranged ride service is available through Transdev (815-420-5500). The marquee sidewalk can be used for drop-off and pickup. There's no public transit from O'Hare, Midway or Rockford airports.
Verified Oct 6, 2026Egyptian Theatre — Accessibility
Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
The concession stand serves Coke products, popcorn and candy plus beer, wine and cocktails, and everything can go into the theatre. No outside food or drink; empty water bottles are OK. Cash, major cards, contactless pay and gift cards are accepted, and an ATM is in the lobby. An accessible station is at the stand's west end.
Verified Oct 6, 2026Egyptian Theatre — FAQ
The renovated first-floor restrooms are ADA compliant. The men's has an accessible stall, an ambulatory stall and an ADA urinal; the women's has two accessible stalls and an ambulatory stall. Baby changing stations are in the ADA stalls. An ADA drinking fountain is at the main-floor restroom entrance.
Verified Oct 6, 2026Egyptian Theatre — Accessibility
The Egyptian Theatre doesn't publish merch locations; artist merch varies by show. Unauthorized vending or peddling isn't allowed. Lost items go to the main-floor concession stand. An ATM is in the lobby.
Verified Oct 6, 2026Egyptian Theatre — FAQ
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