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About King Cat Theater
King Cat Theater, located at 2130 6th Ave in downtown Seattle, is a historic gem with roots tracing back to its days as King Cinema in the 1970s. It later evolved into a live-event space known as King Kat/King Cat Theater, hosting concerts, film screenings, and special events. With a current capacity of about 800 seated and up to 1,800 for certain floorstanding configurations, King Cat blends intimate atmosphere with high-energy performances. Although the venue closed in 2012 during the Amazon HQ redevelopment period, its legacy lives on in Seattle’s music and film history. This page provides practical details to help you plan your visit, from seating variations and parking to transit options and nearby lodging and dining. We’ve got you covered with insider tips and reliable info to help you secure your seats and enjoy the event experience.
King Cat Theater sits in downtown Seattle near the Amazon campus site, making it convenient for visitors staying in the city center. Expect a floor plan that changes by event, with seating configurations adjusted to fit performances, screenings, and multi-genre shows. For parking, plan on off-site pay lots and street parking in the downtown area. Transit options include city buses and other downtown services, ensuring easy access from various neighborhoods. When planning an overnight or a pre/post-show meal, consider our recommended hotels and restaurants in the area. We’ll connect you with trusted partners to help you book stays and dining with ease, so you can focus on enjoying the show. If you’re seeking a piece of Seattle’s music history—Nirvana and Pearl Jam reportedly played here, and SIFF screenings were a staple in the 1990s—King Cat remains a landmark to explore during your visit.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: 2130 6th Ave, Seattle, WA 98121.
- Venue history: started as King Cinema (a 1970s-era movie theater); later became a live-event space known as King Kat/King Cat Theater.
- Capacity: listed at 800 seats (one screen); floor/standing capacity could reach about 1,800 for certain events.
- Seating/chart: floor plan existed (King Cat’s site reportedly included a floor-plan page), with seating configurations varying by event.
- Parking: typically off-site pay lots and street parking in downtown Seattle.
- Transit: located in downtown Seattle near the Amazon campus site; accessible by city buses and other downtown transit options.
- Notable events: SIFF screenings in the 1990s; Nirvana and Pearl Jam reportedly played there; revived in 2008 as a space for movies/concerts; closed in 2012 for Amazon HQ development.