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About San Mateo Performing Arts Center
Welcome to the San Mateo Performing Arts Center (SMPAC), a premier venue on the San Mateo High School campus in the heart of San Mateo, California. With a total seating capacity of 1,540 across Orchestra and Balcony sections, SMPAC hosts a diverse lineup—from the Peninsula Symphony Orchestra and Peninsula Ballet Theatre to Broadway by the Bay productions. Recently renovated in 2018, SMPAC maintains a modern, intimate feel while delivering professional performances in a family-friendly setting. We’ve got you covered with clear seating information, parking, transit options, and curated recommendations for nearby hotels and dining to make your visit seamless.
Below you’ll find essential details to help you secure your seats and plan your trip with ease. If you need help finding specific events or dates, we’ll point you to official sources and offer practical guidance for getting there.
Seating at SMPAC is organized into two primary areas: Orchestra and Balcony. For the most accurate seating selection, view the official seating maps (PDFs) on SMPAC’s site. Free on-site parking with roughly 500 spaces makes parking simple, and there are convenient drop-off zones at the entrance. Transit options include SamTrans Route 292 (near 640 N Delaware St) and proximity to Hayward Park and Hillsdale Caltrain stations, with optional BART access via Millbrae. If you’re traveling for a performance, consider staying steps away from the venue or a short ride to nearby dining to complete your night. We’ve highlighted affiliate hotel and restaurant partners to help you plan your trip with confidence.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 1,540 seats (Orchestra + Balcony).
- Venue type: Performing arts center/theater located on the San Mateo High School campus, part of the San Mateo Union High School District.
- Address: 600 N Delaware St, San Mateo, CA 94401.
- Seating chart: Separate Orchestra and Balcony seat maps available as PDFs on SMPAC’s site.
- Parking: Free on-site parking (approximately 500 spaces) with convenient drop-off areas at the entrance.
- Transit: SamTrans Route 292 stops nearby (640 N Delaware St); closest Caltrain stations are Hayward Park and Hillsdale; BART access via Millbrae is possible.
- Nearby hotels: Hilton Garden Inn San Mateo (2000 Bridgepointe Circle); Residence Inn by Marriott San Francisco Airport/San Mateo (2000 Winward Way); San Mateo Marriott/San Francisco Airport (1770 South Amphlett Blvd); Courtyard by Marriott San Mateo Foster City (550 Shell Blvd).
- Notable events hosted: Peninsula Symphony Orchestra, Broadway by the Bay productions, Peninsula Ballet Theatre performances (e.g., Carmina Burana).
- Renovation/renaming: The venue underwent a major renovation completed in 2018 and remains SMPAC; no official renaming identified.