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About Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
Welcome to Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, a cornerstone of Portland’s performing arts scene. With 2,776 seats across the orchestra and balcony levels, this historic venue sits at 1037 SW Broadway in the heart of downtown Portland. As part of Portland’5 Centers for the Arts, the hall hosts the Oregon Symphony, Broadway touring productions, and special events, including immersive live experiences like Star Trek: The Ultimate Voyage with a live orchestra. Whether you’re planning a night of classical music, a big Broadway show, or a unique concert experience, we’ve got you covered with straightforward ticketing, trusted information, and the section you want and great seats options to fit your plans.
Below you’ll find practical details on seating layout, parking, transportation, and nearby hotel and dining options to help you secure your seats with ease.
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall sits at the center of Portland's downtown cultural district. The five main seating sections are Upper Balcony, Lower Balcony, Mezzanine, Dress Circle, and Orchestra. For the best experience, review the seating layout and reserve your great seats in your preferred the section you want. Parking isn’t on-site, but nearby garages (including Fox Tower Parking) and street options provide convenient access. The hall is accessible via TriMet buses, MAX light rail, and Portland Streetcar, keeping you connected to the city’s transit system. If you’re planning a stay, several Portland’5 hotel partners are within walking distance, such as Heathman Hotel, AC Hotel Downtown Portland, The Benson, and The Nines, offering easy access to your showtime. Each listing below highlights nearby options to fit your schedule and preferences.
Pro tip: secure your seats early through trusted channels. If you’re visiting for an Oregon Symphony performance or a Broadway touring production, we’ll guide you to the right seats and the most convenient transit options so you can focus on the music and the moment.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address and location: 1037 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205.
- Capacity: 2,776 seats across orchestra and balcony levels.
- Venue type: historic concert hall within the Portland'5 Centers for the Arts (formerly part of the Portland Center for the Performing Arts).
- Seating chart: five main sections—Upper Balcony, Lower Balcony, Mezzanine, Dress Circle, and Orchestra.
- Parking and transit: no on-site parking facility; multiple nearby options (street parking, garages, etc.), with Fox Tower Parking as a recommended garage; accessible by TriMet buses, MAX light rail, and Portland Streetcar.
- Nearby hotels: several Portland'5 hotel partners within walking distance, including Heathman Hotel (adjacent), AC Hotel Downtown Portland, The Benson, The Bidwell Marriott Portland, Hotel Lucia, The Nines, Porter, etc.
- Notable events hosted: home to the Oregon Symphony; hosts Broadway/touring productions and special events (examples include Star Trek: The Ultimate Voyage with live orchestra).
- Renaming/history: opened in 1928 as Portland Publix Theatre, became Paramount Theatre in 1930, and was restored and renamed Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall in 1984 (not demolished).