What is the bag policy at The Den Theatre?
Small bags and backpacks are permitted. Large bags may be subject to a security bag check. There is no coat check, so belongings must fit comfortably at the guest's seat.
Chicago, IL venue guide
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Bag policy
Small bags and backpacks are permitted. Large bags may be subject to a security bag check. There is no coat check, so belongings must fit comfortably at the guest's seat.
Entrances
The theatre is at 1331 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Wicker Park. Heath Mainstage shows are generally 13+ unless stated otherwise, with guests under 18 accompanied by a parent or guardian. Late seating is limited or unavailable for most shows. The box office is also open two hours before every performance.
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Small bags and backpacks are permitted. Large bags may be subject to a security bag check. There is no coat check, so belongings must fit comfortably at the guest's seat.
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The entire first floor is handicap accessible; for second-floor access, approach the box office for staff assistance upstairs. Email boxoffice@thedentheatre.com ahead of time for wheelchair-accessible seating (at least 24 hours before for seating requests noted in the general FAQs).
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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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1331 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL, 60622
CTA Blue Line stations at Division (north of the venue) and Damen (south) serve the area. Nearby bus options listed by the theatre include the 56 (Milwaukee & Paulina), 9 (Milwaukee & Ashland), 70 (Division & Ashland), 50 (Damen & Milwaukee), and 72 (North Ave & Milwaukee).
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Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
The Den Bar & Lounge sells snacks and drinks that guests may bring into performance spaces.
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Multiple gender-neutral restrooms are available: two multi-occupancy gender-neutral bathrooms on the first floor past the Heath Mainstage, and two single-stall gender-neutral bathrooms on the second floor.
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The venue does not publish a standing artist-merch policy; merchandise availability depends on the show. Occasional marketplace or vendor events may offer goods separately from performance merch.
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