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Welcome to the Federal Way Performing Arts & Events Center (PAEC), a 716-seat, multi‑purpose venue opened in 2017 as part of Federal Way Town Center. Home to resident arts organizations and the PAEC Presents season, PAEC hosts theatre, music, dance, conferences, galas, and private events. We’ve gathered essential details on seating, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations to help you plan a seamless visit.
Located at 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S in Federal Way, WA, PAEC sits across from the Federal Way Transit Center and is a short drive from SeaTac Airport. Whether you’re catching a concert by the Federal Way Symphony, a performance by the Tacoma City Ballet, or a PAEC Presents show, we’ve got you covered with practical information for a smooth experience.
Seating and accessibility: PAEC features a two-tier theatre with Front Orchestra, Rear Orchestra, and Mezzanine/Balcony. Seating rows are labeled A–T, with wheelchair-accessible seating integrated in multiple sections. The venue can reconfigure seats for different events (P1–P3 pit configurations). Secure your seats by browsing available options and choosing great seats in the the section you want.
Parking and transportation: On-site PAEC parking includes ADA and low-emission spaces. Additional parking is available at Hillside Plaza Shopping Center or the Federal Way Transit Center on weekends. The center’s location opposite the Federal Way Transit Center provides easy bus access and a quick ride from SeaTac Airport (about a 20-minute drive by car).
Nearby hotels and dining: Stay convenient with La Quinta Inn & Suites Seattle Federal Way (across the street), Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle/Federal Way (0.5 miles), and Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Federal Way (a couple blocks away). We highlight affiliate partner recommendations for reliable stays and nearby dining options to complement your theatre night.
What you’ll see at PAEC: The venue is home to resident arts organizations such as the Federal Way Symphony, Federal Way Chorale, Jet Cities Chorus, Tacoma City Ballet, and Harmony Kings, along with the PAEC Presents season. It’s a versatile space for conferences, galas, and private events, all designed to deliver a dependable, no‑frills ticket and event experience.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 716-seat two-tier theatre (Front Orchestra, Rear Orchestra, Mezzanine/Balcony) with removable seats for accessibility and occasional orchestra-pit configurations (P1–P3).
- Address: 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S, Federal Way, WA 98003.
- Venue type: Performing arts and event center; multipurpose venue for theatre, music, dance, and conferences; opened in 2017 as part of Federal Way Town Center.
- Seating chart: Main floor includes Front Orchestra and Rear Orchestra; Mezzanine balcony; Rows labeled A–T; wheelchair-accessible seating integrated in multiple sections.
- Parking: On-site PAEC parking with ADA and low-emission spaces; additional parking in Hillside Plaza Shopping Center or at the Federal Way Transit Center (weekends).
- Transit: Located across from the Federal Way Transit Center, with easy bus access; proximity to SeaTac Airport (about 20 minutes by car).
- Nearby hotels: La Quinta Inn & Suites Seattle Federal Way (across the street); Hampton Inn & Suites Seattle/Federal Way (0.5 miles); Courtyard by Marriott Seattle Federal Way (a couple blocks away).
- Notable events hosted: Home to resident arts organizations (e.g., Federal Way Symphony, Federal Way Chorale, Jet Cities Chorus, Tacoma City Ballet, Harmony Kings) and the PAEC Presents season; hosts conferences, galas, and private events.