What is the bag policy at Paramount Theater - VA?
The Paramount doesn't publish bag sizes or a clear-bag rule. It bans weapons of any kind, including those carried with a permit. Check the event listing or call the box office (434-979-1333).
Charlottesville, VA venue guide
Plan your visit to Paramount Theater - VA in Charlottesville, VA with entrance, accessibility, transit, parking, dining, and upcoming event details.
Bag policy
The Paramount doesn't publish bag sizes or a clear-bag rule. It bans weapons of any kind, including those carried with a permit. Check the event listing or call the box office (434-979-1333).
Entrances
The Paramount is at 215 East Main St on the Downtown Mall. Will call opens 1 hour before the show, as does the box office on show days. Tickets come by email, the Paramount app or mail. Every child needs a ticket (no lap seating). Door and set times can change. theparamount.net is the only official online ticket source.
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The Paramount doesn't publish bag sizes or a clear-bag rule. It bans weapons of any kind, including those carried with a permit. Check the event listing or call the box office (434-979-1333).
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The Paramount has accessible seating, an elevator serving all levels, accessible public restrooms and infrared audio enhancement. Sign language interpretation needs at least one month's notice. Contact the box office at 434-979-1333.
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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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215 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA, 22902
The Paramount doesn't publish transit options; it's at 215 East Main St on the Downtown Mall. Charlottesville Area Transit serves downtown; check its trip planner.
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Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Popcorn, candy, soft drinks, beer, wine and spirits are sold in the Ballroom, to the right of the lobby. For larger events, concessions also open upstairs by the balcony. Each event has a specialty drink.
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The Paramount has accessible public restrooms, and an elevator serves all levels. Ask an usher for the nearest one.
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The Paramount doesn't publish merch-table details; show merch varies by event. Paramount gift certificates can be used for merchandise at the theater.
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