Welcome to Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Auditorium, a cornerstone of Chattanooga’s arts and events scene. Located at 399 McCallie Ave, this historic venue houses two performance spaces—Memorial Auditorium (3,866 seats) and Walker Theatre (851 seats). Opened in 1924 as a World War I memorial and renovated in later decades, the venue continues to host Broadway shows, concerts, ballets like the Nutcracker, and community performances. We’ve got you with straightforward ticket access, practical venue details, and trusted nearby options for lodging and dining.

Whether you’re planning a night out downtown or a full weekend with friends, secure your seats through trusted partners and explore easy transit and parking options to make the most of your visit.

Seating maps are provided by our ticketing partners with interactive charts for each event. The Memorial Auditorium and Walker Theatre offer distinct layouts, so check your event’s seating plan when you purchase. Parking is available at multiple downtown garages, and CARTA public transit serves the area with Route 4 stopping at Memorial Auditorium. Downtown options for lodging include The Read House, The Dwell Hotel, Chattanooga Marriott Downtown, and The Chattanoogan, all within a comfortable stroll. For dining, explore nearby restaurants and breakfast spots in the heart of downtown Chattanooga.

Key facts: 399 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37402; two venues under the Tivoli Theatre Foundation umbrella; a storied history dating back to 1924 with renovations in 1965–66 and 1989–1991; ongoing performances and gatherings that keep this space at the center of the city’s cultural life.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 399 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN 37402.
Two performance spaces: Memorial Auditorium (3,866 seats) and Walker Theatre (851 seats).
Opened in 1924 (built 1922–1924) as a World War I memorial; renovations occurred in 1965–66 and 1989–1991.
Operated by the Tivoli Theatre Foundation (also runs the Tivoli Theatre and Walker Theatre).
Seating maps for events are provided by ticketing platforms (e.g., interactive seating charts on Ticketmaster) rather than a single fixed map.
Parking: multiple downtown garages nearby; CARTA (public transit) serves the venue with Route 4; CARTA offers downtown parking options and promotions.
Transit: CARTA Route 4 includes Memorial Auditorium as a stop; downtown transit options exist via CARTA.
Nearby hotels: numerous downtown options within walking distance, including The Read House, The Dwell Hotel, Chattanooga Marriott Downtown, The Chattanoogan, and more.
Notable events: Kiss performed here in 1975; the Hair case Southeastern Promotions, Ltd. v. Conrad (1975) was adjudicated regarding performances at the venue.
Recent/ongoing activity: hosts Nutcracker performances (Nutcracker Ballet in Chattanooga) and recent Broadway and concert bookings; continues to be a core part of Chattanooga's arts scene.