The Florida Theatre Jacksonville is a venerable, NRHP-listed performing arts center located in downtown Jacksonville. With 1,865 seats across orchestra and balcony levels, this historic venue has hosted everything from legendary performances to modern Broadway shows and concerts. Owned by the City of Jacksonville and operated by Florida Theatre Performing Arts Center, Inc., the theatre blends classic architecture with contemporary programming for a wide range of events. Whether you’re catching a big-name concert, a Broadway show, or a special performance, we’ve got you covered with essential details to help you plan a smooth visit.

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Location, parking, and transit details below help ensure you can focus on the performance. The Florida Theatre does not have its own lot, but there are ample parking options within a block, including the Yates Building Garage at 200 E Adams Street. Street parking is available after 6:00 p.m. and on weekends. For transit, nearby JTA bus routes and Skyway stops at Newnan St/Forsyth St and Hemming Plaza provide easy access. After the show, explore nearby hotels like Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, Omni Jacksonville Hotel, DoubleTree by Hilton Jacksonville Riverfront, Lexington Hotel, and Hilton Garden Inn Downtown. We highlight affiliate partners for convenient hotel and dining options to make your visit straightforward and stress-free.

Note: Dates, performers, and show formats vary. If you’re visiting for a specific event, confirm the exact start time and seating information on the event page. And if a show has been rescheduled, we’ll note “RESCHEDULED from its original date” to keep you informed.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 128 East Forsyth Street, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32202.
Capacity: 1,865 seats.
Venue type: Historic performing arts center/theatre (NRHP-listed; owned by the City of Jacksonville; operated by Florida Theatre Performing Arts Center, Inc.).
Seating chart: Official Orchestra and Balcony seating charts available online.
Parking: 1,600+ parking spaces within one block; preferred Yates Building Garage at 200 E Adams Street; street parking after 6:00 p.m. and on weekends; Florida Theatre does not have its own lot.
Transit: Nearby JTA bus routes and Skyway stops (e.g., Newnan St/Forsyth St, Hemming Plaza) with additional bus routes and transit options nearby.
Nearby hotels: Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront; Omni Jacksonville Hotel; DoubleTree by Hilton Jacksonville Riverfront; Lexington Hotel; Hilton Garden Inn Downtown etc.
Notable events: Historic performances and notable acts; Elvis Presley reportedly admonished to stop swaying on stage in 1956; acts like Sally Rand and Lynyrd Skynyrd have appeared; the venue hosts a variety of concerts, Broadway shows, and special events.