What is the bag policy at Riverside Theatre - WI?
Only small purses up to 13 by 4 by 9 inches are allowed and searched; backpacks, oversized bags, outside food and drinks, and vapes are prohibited.
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Bag policy
Only small purses up to 13 by 4 by 9 inches are allowed and searched; backpacks, oversized bags, outside food and drinks, and vapes are prohibited.
Entrances
The Riverside Theater is at 116 W Wisconsin Ave in Milwaukee. The box office is open on event days only, starting at 12pm. Guests should arrive 30 minutes before they want to be seated to allow for security. Digital tickets use AXS Mobile ID. Will call needs a photo ID, and only the original buyer may pick up. Everyone needs a ticket, including children 2 and older at most events.
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Only small purses up to 13 by 4 by 9 inches are allowed and searched; backpacks, oversized bags, outside food and drinks, and vapes are prohibited.
Verified Oct 9, 2026Pabst Theater Group — FAQs
ADA seats can be bought online, by calling (414) 242-8200 or by emailing ada@ptglive.com. At the Riverside, all patrons use the main Wisconsin Ave entrance. PTG venues have elevators to seating and accessible restrooms. ASL interpreters need at least 2 weeks' notice, and hearing assist devices need 2 business days' notice.
Verified Oct 9, 2026Pabst Theater Group — 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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116 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, 53203
The Milwaukee County Transit System runs bus service in Milwaukee. Pabst Theater Group does not publish transit directions for the Riverside.
Verified Oct 9, 2026Milwaukee County Transit System — Home
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
The Riverside's bars start serving when doors open, and drinks may be taken into the theater. Food is not served. Bars and concessions are cashless (major cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay). Outside food and drinks, including water, are not allowed.
Verified Oct 9, 2026Pabst Theater Group — FAQs
Pabst Theater Group says its venues, including the Riverside, have elevators to accessible restrooms. It does not publish other restroom details.
Verified Oct 9, 2026Pabst Theater Group — Accessibility
Pabst Theater Group does not publish merchandise stand details for the Riverside; merch varies by artist. Lost items are held up to 30 days (lostandfound@ptglive.com).
Verified Oct 9, 2026Pabst Theater Group — FAQs
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