The Jefferson Theater in Charlottesville, Virginia, is a historic proscenium-style live music venue that has welcomed audiences since reopening on November 27, 2009 after a careful restoration. With a total sellable capacity of 750—600 in the Main Auditorium, 164 in the Main Balcony, and 40 in the Upper Balcony—the venue offers a versatile setup for a wide range of acts, from rock and hip-hop to bluegrass and metal. The theater is known for its storied past, including historic performances by acts like Houdini and The Three Stooges, and continues to host contemporary tours and intimate shows. Seating charts vary by show, with options including a General Admission floor and reserved balcony seating. Secure your seats through our trusted ticket partners, and plan a convenient visit to Charlottesville’s vibrant downtown.

Practical details help you plan efficiently: there is no on-site parking at the Jefferson Theater, but the Water Street Parking Garage is a nearby option with the first hour free and a reasonable daily max. Downtown Charlottesville is well-served by CTS transit and a Free Trolley that runs to the Downtown Mall with evening service extending into late night, making it easy to combine your show with dining and nightlife. For a comfortable stay, consider nearby hotels such as Omni Charlottesville Hotel, Residence Inn Downtown Charlottesville, Fairfield Inn & Suites Downtown/University Area, and Graduate Charlottesville. We’ve highlighted trusted hotel and restaurant partners to simplify your pre- or post-show plans. If you’re looking for a straightforward, no-fuss ticket experience, you’ve got a guy—we’ll help you secure your seats and navigate parking and transit with ease.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 110 East Main Street, Charlottesville, VA 22902.
Venue type: traditional proscenium theater / live music venue; sellable capacity 750 (Main Auditorium 600, Main Balcony 164, Upper Balcony 40).
Seating chart: per-show seating charts are available on Ticketmaster; options include General Admission floor and reserved balcony seating.
Parking: no on-site parking; Water Street Parking Garage nearby is recommended (first hour free, up to a daily max).
Transit: Downtown Charlottesville is served by CTS and the Free Trolley; trolley service runs to the Downtown Mall with evening hours extending into late night.
Nearby hotels: Omni Charlottesville Hotel, Residence Inn Downtown Charlottesville, Fairfield Inn & Suites Downtown/University Area, Graduate Charlottesville, among others.
Notable events hosted: historic acts (e.g., Houdini, The Three Stooges); current programming spans rock, bluegrass, reggae, country, metal, hip-hop and more; reopened November 27, 2009 after restoration.
Renamed/demolished: not demolished or renamed; The Jefferson Theater remains in operation; The Jeff Hotel now sits atop the venue.