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Upcoming Events at Paramount Arts Center
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November 2026
3 eventsDecember 2026
4 events- DEC04Ashland Youth Ballet: The Nutcracker7:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- DEC05Thunderstruck - A Tribute To AC/DC & Sabbath - Tribute to Black Sabbath8:00 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- DEC12A Charlie Brown Christmas: Live on Stage6:30 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
- DEC18The Wizards of Winter7:30 PMCheck ticket availabilityView Tickets →
April 2027
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Headliners Coming to Paramount Arts Center
Bill Blagg
Saturday, November 14, 2026
The Nutcracker
Friday, December 4, 2026
The Wizards Of Winter
Friday, December 18, 2026
Rick Thomas
Thursday, April 29, 2027
The venue
About Paramount Arts Center
Welcome to the Paramount Arts Center, a historic performing arts venue in Ashland, Kentucky. Located at 1300 Winchester Avenue, this beloved theatre hosts a wide range of live performances—from nostalgia acts to contemporary productions—while preserving its iconic charm. With a seating capacity around 1,400 (official) and configurations listing up to 1,417, the Paramount Arts Center offers intimate acoustics and a classic proscenium stage experience. We’ve got you with easy tickets, straightforward information, and trusted recommendations to help you secure your seats without the hassle.
Whether you’re planning a night of music, comedy, or a touring show, this page covers seating details, parking options, getting there, and nearby lodging and dining to make your visit smooth from start to finish.
Paramount Arts Center highlights include historic architecture, family-friendly programming, and community events like the annual Festival of Trees & Trains. The venue continues to operate as Paramount Arts Center, maintaining its legacy as a NRHP-listed site formerly known as Paramount Theatre. For a complete seating layout, refer to the on-site Seating Chart. When you’re ready to attend, we can help you secure your seats and provide trusted local recommendations for hotels and restaurants within walking distance or a short drive.
Note: All dates and events are subject to change. Date to be announced or RESCHEDULED from its original date will appear if applicable. For the most up-to-date information, check the venue’s official pages and follow authorized social channels.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 1300 Winchester Avenue, Ashland, KY 41101.
- Venue type: Historic performing arts center/theatre (Paramount Theatre historically; currently Paramount Arts Center).
- Seating capacity: about 1,400 (official theatre capacity) with listings up to 1,417 depending on configuration.
- Seating chart: official Seating Chart page available on the Paramount Arts Center site.
- Parking: Free parking in an adjacent lot plus street parking; handicapped parking nearby.
- Transit: No dedicated transit details published; Getting Here provides driving directions from major routes.
- Nearby hotels: Delta Hotels by Marriott Ashland Downtown (0.1 miles from the venue).
- Notable events hosted: past headliners include Gallagher, George Carlin, the Coasters, the Drifters, and the Platters; annual events like Festival of Trees & Trains; Paramount Players productions.
- Renamed/demolished: Not demolished or renamed; operates as Paramount Arts Center; historically listed as Paramount Theatre on the NRHP.