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About Merced Theatre

Welcome to The Art Kamangar Center at The Merced Theatre, a beloved historic performing-arts venue in Merced, California. Opened in 1931 and reborn as a versatile space for movies, concerts, live theatre, and orchestras, this center continues to host a wide array of events for residents and visitors alike. With a capacity of 1,185 seats and a seating chart that includes premium seating and wheelchair areas, the venue blends vintage charm with modern accessibility.

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Address: 301 W Main St, Merced, CA 95340-4819. The venue sits at the heart of Merced and is part of a vibrant downtown scene. Parking is convenient behind the building in the lot on MLK & 18th, with additional options at Shannon Parcade on M & 18th and on-street parking along Main Street. Transit is easy thanks to Merced County The Bus and the M Street Shuttle, and the North Transit Hub at M Street Circle & Bellevue Road offers park-and-ride options for broader access. For stays nearby, consider Courtyard Merced (about 1 mile away) and TownePlace Suites Merced (about 2 miles away). The Merced Theatre has a rich history, from its 1931 opening to its 2012 reopening gala featuring Preservation Big Band and the Merced Symphony, and continues to host hundreds of events each year.

Whether you’re here for a film, a concert, or a live theatre performance, we’ve got you covered with practical details, trusted affiliate recommendations, and a straightforward buying experience for tickets. Secure your seats with confidence and enjoy the show.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Current name: The Art Kamangar Center at The Merced Theatre (formerly Merced Theatre).
  • Address: 301 W Main St, Merced, CA 95340-4819.
  • Current capacity: 1,185 seats; original capacity around 1,640–1,645 seats.
  • Venue type: historic performing-arts center capable of hosting movies, concerts, orchestras and live theatre.
  • Seating chart: seating chart available online; premium seating; wheelchair seating designated with 'W' (no physical seat).
  • Parking: behind the building in the lot on MLK & 18th; Shannon Parcade on M & 18th; street parking along Main Street.
  • Transit: served by Merced County The Bus and M Street Shuttle; North Transit Hub opened at M Street Circle & Bellevue Road for park-and-ride.
  • Nearby hotels: Courtyard Merced (about 1 mile away at 750 Motel Dr), TownePlace Suites Merced (229 S Parsons Ave, about 2 miles), El Capitan area lodging nearby.
  • Notable events: opened Oct 31, 1931 with Local Boy Makes Good; 2012 reopening gala featured Preservation Big Band and Merced Symphony; hundreds of events hosted since reopening.