Seattle, WA venue guide
Plan your visit to The 5th Avenue Theatre in Seattle, WA with entrance, accessibility, transit, parking, dining, and upcoming event details.
Bag policy
The official plan and Know Before You Go pages are JavaScript-gated and do not expose a published bag-size chart in static form. The venue's official Social Narrative describes lobby entry and coat check but does not state a bag-size limit; guests should travel light and confirm day-of rules with guest services.
Entrances
Main entry is through the doors on 5th Avenue. Lobby doors typically open about 45 minutes before the show; house doors open about 30 minutes before curtain. The day-of box office under the marquee opens about 90 minutes before curtain for will call and sales.
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Venue essentials
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The official plan and Know Before You Go pages are JavaScript-gated and do not expose a published bag-size chart in static form. The venue's official Social Narrative describes lobby entry and coat check but does not state a bag-size limit; guests should travel light and confirm day-of rules with guest services.
Verified Oct 2, 20265th Avenue Theatre Social Narrative (official PDF)
Verified Oct 2, 20265th Avenue Theatre Social Narrative
Accessible subscriptions cover wheelchair seating, ASL, open captioning, and/or audio description. Coat check loans sensory kits, assisted listening devices, binoculars, and braille/large-print programs with photo ID. Guests with limited mobility using the concourse can take an elevator to Skinner Hall; call 206-625-1900 for assistance.
Verified Oct 2, 20265th Avenue Theatre Accessibility / Social Narrative
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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1308 5th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101
The theatre is at 1308 5th Avenue between Union and University Streets in downtown Seattle. Link light rail serves Westlake Station at 4th Ave and Pine and Symphony Station in the downtown transit tunnel within walking distance; King County Metro buses also serve the retail core.
Verified Oct 2, 2026Sound Transit Westlake Station / 5th Avenue Theatre location
Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Lobby concessions are usually open on both orchestra and upper lobby levels before the show and at intermission.
Verified Oct 2, 20265th Avenue Theatre Social Narrative
Restrooms are on the main floor, downstairs, and mezzanine; upstairs restrooms are larger and often have shorter lines. Private third-floor restrooms are available with usher assistance. Main-floor restrooms are prioritized for guests who cannot use stairs.
Verified Oct 2, 20265th Avenue Theatre Social Narrative
A merchandise shop in the lobby sells show-related shirts and souvenirs when open for performances.
Verified Oct 2, 20265th Avenue Theatre Social Narrative
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