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About Stafford Township Arts Center
Welcome to Stafford Township Arts Center (STAC), a modern theater and performing arts hub in Manahawkin, NJ. With a seating capacity of 800 (808 across sections on the official STAC seating chart), STAC hosts an array of school programs, concerts, dance competitions, and rental events. Located at 1000 McKinley Ave, STAC is a cornerstone venue for the Stafford Township School District and the broader Ocean County community.
Whether you’re attending a premiere show, supporting a school performance, or planning a rental event, we’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward ticket access and helpful venue information to make your visit easy and enjoyable.
Parking is available on-site and free of charge. For local transport, Stafford Township Dial-A-Ride offers convenient options for residents traveling to STAC, and additional bus routes serve the Manahawkin area. When planning your trip, consider nearby lodging and dining options to complete your visit.
Popular upcoming acts at STAC include The Doobie Others (Feb 2026) and The Sweet Caroline Tour (Mar 12, 2026). The venue also features recurring productions like Epic Piano Men and The Linda Ronstadt Experience. For tickets, we’ll secure seats through our trusted network—no fuss, just reliable access to the shows you want.
Note: Dates, performer lineups, and event details are subject to change. If an event is RESCHEDULED from an original date, you’ll see that note on the listing. If a date is not yet announced, you’ll see Date to be announced on the page.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Capacity: official seating capacity is 800 seats (STAC site); seating chart lists a total capacity of 808 across sections.
- Address: 1000 McKinley Ave, Manahawkin, NJ 08050.
- Venue type: state-of-the-art theater / performing arts center used for school programs, concerts, dance competitions, and other events; available for rental.
- Seating chart: seating plan published on STAC site; PDF shows detailed section counts and a total cap (808).
- Parking: on-site parking is available (free per local listings).
- Transit: Stafford Township Dial-A-Ride serves residents for local transportation to STAC; additional bus stops serve the Manahawkin area.
- Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Manahawkin/Long Beach Island (151 Route 72 West) within a short drive; other nearby hotels are in the broader Toms River / Ocean County area.
- Notable events hosted: STAC hosts a mix of community and professional events, including acts like The Doobie Others (Feb 2026) and The Sweet Caroline Tour (Mar 12, 2026); the venue also features recurring productions such as Epic Piano Men and the Linda Ronstadt Experience.
- Renamed/demolished: STAC remains active as Stafford Township Arts Center; it is currently marketed on STAC’s official site as STAC (STACNJ) and is operated by the Stafford Township School District.