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About Mattie Kelly Arts Center

Mattie Kelly Arts Center, located on the Northwest Florida State College campus in Niceville, hosts a diverse lineup of touring productions, concerts, and local performances across its multiple stages. With the Mainstage Theater, Sprint Theater, and an Outdoor Amphitheater, the center offers accessible seating, convenient parking, and nearby lodging and dining options to simplify your visit. Address: 100 College Boulevard East, Niceville, FL 32578.

Planning your visit? Here’s what you should know:

  • Seating: Mainstage Theater seats up to 1,650 with good sightlines from most seats. Sprint Theater provides an intimate setting with 195 seats, and the Outdoor Amphitheater accommodates up to 2,000 total with lawn seating for outdoor events.
  • Parking: General parking is available on-site with designated disabled parking and curbside drop-off zones for accessibility.
  • Transit: The nearby Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport is a convenient option for travelers visiting Niceville.
  • Nearby hotels: Options include Comfort Suites at Eglin AFB and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Niceville, among others for easy stays before or after shows.
  • Nearby dining: Local restaurants offer pre- and post-show options; look for affiliate dining partners to simplify planning.
  • Notable events: Expect Broadway tours, regional performances, and regional orchestras—showcasing the performing arts strengths of Northwest Florida.
  • Notes: This venue is part of Northwest Florida State College and should not be confused with the Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation in Destin. Always search for official Mattie Kelly Arts Center listings to ensure authentic tickets.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 100 College Boulevard East, Niceville, FL 32578.
  • Venue type: performing arts center and educational complex (NWF State College).
  • Mainstage Theater capacity: 1,650 seats.
  • Sprint Theater capacity: 195 seats.
  • Outdoor Amphitheater capacity: up to 2,000 total (500 fixed + lawn seating).
  • Mainstage seating chart available (no seat more than 95 feet from the stage).
  • Parking: general parking (first-come, first-served) with disabled parking and curbside drop-off.
  • Transit: no dedicated public transit information published; directions focus on driving; nearby Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport is about 10 minutes away.
  • Nearby hotels: Comfort Suites at Eglin AFB; Holiday Inn Express & Suites.
  • Notable events: national Broadway tours, Northwest Florida Symphony Orchestra; past national touring acts include Ben Vereen (1997) and other well-known performers.
  • Renaming history: renamed in 2006 to Mattie Kelly Fine and Performing Arts Center; current branding is Mattie Kelly Arts Center.
  • Not affiliated with Mattie Kelly Arts Foundation (Destin).