The Alan Jay Wildstein Center for the Performing Arts is the on-campus home for performing arts at South Florida State College’s Highlands Campus in Avon Park. With a main venue seating capacity of 1,460, the center hosts a diverse lineup of touring concerts, comedy, and family shows. Whether you’re planning a date night, a cultural outing, or a community event, we’ve got you covered with practical details to make your visit smooth.

Parking is free and on-site, and the center sits at the heart of Avon Park, a convenient stop for visitors from nearby Sebring and beyond. Below you’ll find essential venue details, nearby lodging and dining options, and tips to secure your seats for upcoming performances.

Note: Detailed seating charts are published by third-party sites. Use the great seats and the section you want placeholders to identify your preferred options. The venue has hosted notable acts and continues to welcome a variety of performances. For updated information on upcoming shows, timing, and accessibility services, check the official event listing and follow the venue’s channels.

Transit options include regional intercity bus stops in Avon Park for travelers coming from surrounding areas. When planning your trip, consider nearby lodging to minimize commute after performances, including Hotel Jacaranda and Econo Lodge Sebring/Avon Park. We’ve highlighted affiliate hotel and dining partners to help you secure convenient stays and meals around your event dates.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Capacity: 1,460 seats (Wildstein Center main venue).
Address: 600 West College Drive, Avon Park, FL 33825.
Venue type: On-campus performing arts center/theater at South Florida State College (SFSC Highlands Campus).
Seating chart: Public SFSC pages do not publish a detailed seating chart; third-party ticket sites provide seating maps.
Parking: Free on-site parking.
Transit: SFSC pages do not publish local transit options; intercity bus stops exist in Avon Park (Greyhound/FlixBus at 993 US-27).
Nearby hotels: Hotel Jacaranda (19 E Main St, Avon Park); Econo Lodge Sebring/Avon Park (2511 US-27 S, Avon Park); Sebring-area lodging as an alternative.
Notable events: Inaugural performance by Jay Leno in 2015 after renaming; has hosted The Beach Boys, Manhattan Transfer, Michael W. Smith, Paul Anka, Mickey Gilley, Sara Evans, Darlene Love, and other touring acts; 2020 reopening with reduced-capacity seating was reported.
Renamed/demolished: Renamed in 2015 from SFSC Theatre for the Performing Arts to the Alan Jay Wildstein Center for the Performing Arts; no demolition.