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Cat's Cradle Venue in Carrboro, NC

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About The ArtsCenter - Cat's Cradle

Welcome to The ArtsCenter - Cat's Cradle, Carrboro’s iconic two-room music venue. Located at 300 E Main St (Cat's Cradle) and 400 Roberson Street (ArtsCenter), this historic hub hosts a wide range of artists—from legendary rock acts to emerging regional talents. Cat's Cradle features a Main Room that accommodates up to 750 guests and a Back Room with seating for up to 200, while the ArtsCenter offers Wynn Theater with 355 seats and West End Theater with roughly 105–106 seats. Whether you’re chasing a legendary show or a new favorite, we’ve got you covered with straightforward, friendly access to tickets and show info.

Parking and getting around is convenient here. Cat's Cradle provides free town parking in a deck beside the Hampton Inn, with entrances behind the ArtsCenter/Cat's Cradle plaza. The ArtsCenter has on-site parking at 400 Roberson St, with Drakeford Deck as a backup. For many guests, Chapel Hill Transit routes J, F, CW serve Cat's Cradle, while ArtsCenter connects via fixed routes with ADA/paratransit options available. If you’re planning ahead, consider nearby hotels like the Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown Carrboro (370 E Main St) or Quality Inn Chapel Hill, all within easy reach of a great night of live music. We’ll help you secure your seats and navigate the best routes and options for your plans. And if you’re curious about expansion: there’s been talk of a second venue on Brewer Lane, with details evolving through 2024–2026. For performers and venues alike, check official channels for the latest updates and artist listings, and follow our trusted partner pages for hotel and dining recommendations.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Cat's Cradle address: 300 E Main St, Carrboro, NC 27510; two-room layout (Main Room up to 750, Back Room up to 200).
  • ArtsCenter address: 400 Roberson Street, Carrboro, NC 27510 (moved in 2023); former ArtsCenter location was at 300-G East Main Street.
  • Venues: Cat's Cradle is a two-room music venue; ArtsCenter operates two theatres: Wynn Theater (355 seats) and West End Theater (around 105–106 seats).
  • Parking: Cat's Cradle – free town parking deck beside the Hampton Inn; entrances behind the ArtsCenter/Cat's Cradle plaza; ArtsCenter – on-site parking at 400 Roberson St with Drakeford Deck as backup.
  • Transit: Cat's Cradle accessible via Chapel Hill Transit routes J, F, CW; ArtsCenter accessible via Chapel Hill Transit fixed routes; ADA/paratransit options available.
  • Nearby hotels: Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown Carrboro (370 E Main St); Quality Inn Chapel Hill (near UNC area).
  • Notable events: Cat's Cradle has hosted Nirvana, Pearl Jam, Sonic Youth, The Smashing Pumpkins, Ween, John Mayer, Iggy Pop, Joan Baez; ArtsCenter hosts local/regional/national acts in Wynn and West End theatres; Cat's Cradle expansion planned on Brewer Lane (second venue) with status as of 2024–2026 not finalized.