What is the bag policy at Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre at the Count Basie Center ?
Bags larger than 12"x12" (such as backpacks and suitcases) are not permitted. All bags are subject to search.
Red Bank, NJ venue guide
Plan your visit to Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre at the Count Basie Center in Red Bank, NJ with entrance, accessibility, transit, parking, dining, and upcoming event details.
Bag policy
Bags larger than 12"x12" (such as backpacks and suitcases) are not permitted. All bags are subject to search.
Entrances
Main entrance at 99 Monmouth Street with an automatic push-button door at the far-left entrance; street-level ramp in the Stillwell Larkin Pavilion Lobby and historic lobby. Ushers greet patrons at street-level doors. All patrons pass through metal detectors; bags/strollers/diaper bags are searched. Arrive early for security. Box office on show days opens 60 minutes prior to doors.
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Venue essentials
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Bags larger than 12"x12" (such as backpacks and suitcases) are not permitted. All bags are subject to search.
Verified Oct 5, 2026Count Basie Center Accessibility / FAQ
Lobby and Orchestra level fully wheelchair accessible. Elevator at the back of the Grand Lobby for second-floor bathrooms and balcony; historic loge and balcony are not wheelchair accessible. Accessible Orchestra seating: right/left Rows A, Q, DD and rear platform Row AA′ with companion seats. Wheelchair-accessible restroom stalls in the grand lobby outside the historic theatre lobby and upstairs near the elevator; single-stall automatic-door bathroom in the downstairs historic lobby near the rear staircase. Assistive listening on request; ASL/open captioning/audio description with about three weeks’ notice. Service animals welcome (notify box office about a week ahead).
Verified Oct 5, 2026Count Basie Center 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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99 Monmouth St, Red Bank, NJ, 07701
NJ TRANSIT North Jersey Coast Line to Red Bank Station, about three blocks west of the Basie (~1 hour from New York City). Bus routes also serve Red Bank via njtransit.com.
Verified Oct 5, 2026Count Basie Center Directions and Parking
Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Full-service bars for guests 21+ (beer, wine, spirits) before and during performances with valid ID. Popcorn, soft drinks, bottled water, candy, and bagged snacks; kosher options available. No outside food or beverages. Concessions staff can read menus aloud, quote prices verbally, and provide free water on request.
Verified Oct 5, 2026Count Basie Center FAQ / Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible stalls in the grand lobby just outside the historic Hackensack Meridian Health Theatre lobby and in the upstairs lobby near the elevator. A single-stall bathroom with an automatic door is in the downstairs historic theater lobby near the rear staircase.
Verified Oct 5, 2026Count Basie Center Accessibility
The Count Basie Center’s FAQ and accessibility pages cover bars, snacks, parking approaches, and accessibility but do not list a merchandise stand location; ask Box Office or ushers on arrival for any event merchandise.
Verified Oct 5, 2026Count Basie Center FAQ
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