Denver, CO venue guide
Plan your visit to Gates Concert Hall in Denver, CO with entrance, accessibility, transit, parking, dining, and upcoming event details.
Bag policy
June Swaner Gates Concert Hall is in the University of Denver's Newman Center, where all bags, jackets and coats may be searched before entry. Oversized bags, coolers, weapons, outside alcohol, cameras with detachable lenses, recording devices, noisemakers, balloons, laser pointers, signs on sticks and pets aren't allowed; service animals are welcome.
Entrances
Gates Concert Hall (971 seats) is the largest hall in the Newman Center for the Performing Arts at 2344 E Iliff Ave. The box office inside opens one hour before each performance, and two 20-minute spaces on the north end of York St serve box office visits.
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June Swaner Gates Concert Hall is in the University of Denver's Newman Center, where all bags, jackets and coats may be searched before entry. Oversized bags, coolers, weapons, outside alcohol, cameras with detachable lenses, recording devices, noisemakers, balloons, laser pointers, signs on sticks and pets aren't allowed; service animals are welcome.
Verified Oct 11, 2026Newman Center — Visit
Verified Oct 11, 2026Newman Center — Visit
Accessible seating, transfer seats, transport chairs, booster seats, assistive listening and a hearing loop in Gates Concert Hall are available. Audio description and ASL can be requested (ASL at least two weeks ahead). The garage has accessible spaces and an elevator. Call 303-871-7720.
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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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Denver, CO, 80208
The Newman Center doesn't publish transit directions on its Visit page. RTD's University of Denver light rail station and local buses serve the campus; check RTD schedules before the show.
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Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Most Newman Center events offer snacks plus alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Payment is by credit or debit card only.
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The Newman Center's restrooms and exterior doors have automatic door openers, and a private lactation room is available on request from the house manager.
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The Newman Center doesn't publish merch details; merch varies by performance.
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