Federal Way, WA venue guide
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Bag policy
The PAEC doesn't publish a bag-size limit, but briefcases, luggage, coolers, bottles, cans and other liquid containers are prohibited, as are umbrellas, strollers and car seats. Venue management or promoters may ban more items for specific events.
Entrances
The box office is just inside the main entrance, to the right. On event days it opens 90 minutes before most performances for will call and sales. Everyone needs a ticket, including children. Lost tickets can be reissued at Will Call or by calling 253-835-7010. Address: 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S.
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The PAEC doesn't publish a bag-size limit, but briefcases, luggage, coolers, bottles, cans and other liquid containers are prohibited, as are umbrellas, strollers and car seats. Venue management or promoters may ban more items for specific events.
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The PAEC offers a range of ADA seating, Braille and large-print programs, and a hearing loop in the lobby, event spaces and auditorium. Listening devices can be rented at the box office on show day. To request services, call the box office at 253-835-7010. Service animals are welcome.
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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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31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S, Federal Way 98003, Federal Way, WA, 98003
The PAEC is a short walk up 21st Ave S from the Federal Way Transit Center, which has a Link light rail station. From downtown Seattle, King County Metro route 577 goes to the Transit Center; from Tacoma, Pierce Transit routes 500 and 501 do. Plan trips at tripplanner.kingcounty.gov. Sea-Tac Airport is about 20 minutes away.
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Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Refreshments and snacks are sold before each performance at the Ellingson Bar and Café in the lobby, run by the in-house caterer, and purchases can be taken into the theater. No outside food or drinks. The Federal Way Commons food court is across S 320th St.
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The Federal Way PAEC doesn't publish restroom details. Ask lobby staff or the box office (just inside the main entrance, to the right).
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The PAEC doesn't publish merch details; merchandise varies by performance. Ask lobby staff or the box office on site.
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