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About Smith Auditorium at Willamette University
Smith Auditorium at Willamette University is the flagship performance venue in Salem, hosting a wide range of events from Willamette University music concerts to the Oregon Symphony in Salem and the Willamette Master Chorus. With a seating capacity of 1,250 and a familiar, inviting campus setting, this venue is a cornerstone of the region’s cultural scene. Whether you’re planning a night of symphonic music or a choral performance, we’ve got you covered with practical details to secure your seats and make the trip smooth and enjoyable.
Note on seating: There is no publicly published seating chart. For seating specifics, please contact the Willamette Theatre Box Office at thtr-tix@willamette.edu or by phone at 503-370-6221. Our team can help you understand seating options for your chosen performance.
Getting to Smith Auditorium is straightforward. Parking is available in Willamette parking lots after 5 PM on weekdays and all day on weekends. Free street parking is available after 6 PM on weekdays. Campus shuttles run roughly every 15 minutes, and a Corvallis shuttle via Dial-A-Bus can assist travelers from nearby areas. Bike routes and maps are available from the City of Salem for a greener, convenient option.
For visitors staying in the area, there are several nearby hotels and dining options. Affiliate recommendations to simplify your trip include The Grand Hotel in Salem (201 Liberty St SE), Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem (195 Commercial St SE), and La Quinta Inn & Suites Salem (890 Hawthorne Ave SE). We’ve included direct links to partner hotels and restaurants to help you secure comfortable stays and convenient meals around performances. If you’re attending a Willamette University concert or an Oregon Symphony in Salem event, we’re here to help you plan an easy, stress-free experience.
Please note: The Oregon Symphony will move to Rose Auditorium at South Salem High School starting in 2026/27. The last subscription performance at Smith Auditorium is May 15, 2026. Explore current events and secure tickets for upcoming performances at Smith before this transition.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: 1,250 seats (G. Herbert Smith Auditorium).
- Address: Smith Auditorium, 270 Winter St SE, Salem, OR 97301.
- Venue type: Willamette University’s largest performance venue; hosts WU Music concerts, the Oregon Symphony in Salem, and Willamette Master Chorus events.
- Seating chart: No publicly published seating chart; ticket buyers should contact the Willamette Theatre Box Office for seating details (thtr-tix@willamette.edu, 503-370-6221).
- Parking: Willamette parking lots after 5 PM on weekdays and all day on weekends; free street parking after 6 PM on weekdays; campus shuttles and bike routes available.
- Transit: Willamette campus shuttle (every ~15 minutes) and a Corvallis shuttle via Dial-A-Bus; bike routes/maps available from City of Salem.
- Nearby hotels: The Grand Hotel in Salem (201 Liberty St SE, 97301); Holman Riverfront Park Hotel Salem (195 Commercial St SE); La Quinta Inn & Suites Salem (890 Hawthorne Ave SE).
- Notable events hosted: Oregon Symphony in Salem and Willamette Master Chorus; Willamette University music concerts and the Distinguished Artists Series.
- Demolished/renamed note: The Oregon Symphony will move to Rose Auditorium at South Salem High School starting in 2026/27; last subscription performance at Smith will be May 15, 2026.