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Hippodrome Theatre (The Hipp) in Gainesville, FL

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Welcome to Downtown Gainesville’s premier venue page for the Hippodrome Theatre (The Hipp). Housed in the historic U.S. Post Office and Courthouse building, renovated and rebranded in the 1980s with major updates in 2020, The Hipp hosts Broadway and off-Broadway productions, film screenings, Gainesville Theatre Alliance shows, and year-round community events in a vibrant downtown setting. Whether you’re grabbing tickets for a mainstage show, a cinema experience, or a smaller event in the Basement, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you plan your visit and secure your seats.

Located at 25 SE 2nd Place in downtown Gainesville, The Hipp is easily accessible by car, bus, or rideshare, with a range of nearby hotels and dining options just steps away. Our goal is to provide clear information so you can buy tickets with confidence and enjoy a seamless night out in Gainesville.

For directions, parking tips, and nearby amenities, see below. If you’re visiting for a show, consider pairing your night with a meal or a stay at a nearby hotel—many of our affiliate partners offer convenient options within a short stroll of The Hipp. And remember, parking validation can help reduce costs, making your experience as smooth as possible. Need more help? Reach out and we’ll connect you with available tickets and local recommendations.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Venue: Hippodrome Theatre (The Hipp), located at 25 SE 2nd Place, Gainesville, FL 32601.
  • Mainstage capacity: 268 seats; Cinema Space capacity: 95 seats; Basement space capacity: 200 (standing) / 120 (seated).
  • Seating chart: Mainstage seating is a thrust stage with 268 seats; additional spaces have separate capacities.
  • Parking: Downtown Parking Garage and nearby lots; free street parking after 6 p.m. weekdays; Hippodrome offers ticket validation to reduce parking cost by about $2.
  • Transit: RTS bus service to downtown Gainesville; near Rosa Parks Downtown Station; RTS RideRTS app available for trip planning.
  • Nearby hotels: Hyatt Place Downtown Gainesville (0.0 miles), Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown Gainesville (0.1 miles), Holiday Inn University Center Gainesville (approximately 0.9 miles).
  • Notable events hosted: Broadway/off-Broadway productions, Gainesville Theatre Alliance, film screenings, and year-round community events; current season pages show ongoing productions (e.g., Some Enchanted Evening, Rodgers & Hammerstein songs).
  • Renamed/demolished: The building is the historic U.S. Post Office and Courthouse; it was renovated and rebranded as the Hippodrome in the 1980s with major updates in 2020.