The Grand Theatre in Wausau is a historic performing arts center that hosts Broadway touring productions, the Aspirus Health Arts In Education Series, the Jerry Awards, and a variety of captivating performances in its multi-space complex, including the Great Hall and an on-site gallery. Located at 401 N 4th St in downtown Wausau, the venue blends classic elegance with modern accessibility, making it a staple of Wisconsin’s cultural scene.

Whether you’re planning an evening out for a Broadway show, a community performance, or an arts education event, securing your seats at The Grand Theatre is simple. We’ve got you covered with seating details, parking options, transit accessibility, and recommended nearby hotels and restaurants to complete your visit.

From ADA-accessible seating on the main floor and balcony to convenient parking options on Jefferson Street and nearby ramps, The Grand Theatre is designed for easy access. Metro Ride serves downtown Wausau with a Transit Center at 555 Jefferson Street and multiple routes for a stress-free arrival. When you’re ready to celebrate culture in central Wisconsin, rely on our insider connections to secure your tickets and plan the full experience—from parking to a post-show meal at trusted nearby establishments. We’ll help you get the best seats without the hassle.

ADA-accessible seating: main floor and balcony; elevator access available
Seating capacity: modern seating around 1,200–1,300 seats; historical listings vary, typical range cited 1,217–1,470
Parking: Jefferson Street lots, Wausau Center ramps, and accessible parking behind the theater (Jefferson & 5th Streets)
Transit: Metro Ride with Transit Center at 555 Jefferson Street; multiple fixed routes serving downtown
Nearby hotels: Stewart Inn (0.3 miles), La Quinta Inn & Suites Wausau (about 1.8 miles)
Nearby dining: downtown options; see partner recommendations for reliable, convenient choices

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 401 N 4th St, Wausau, WI 54403.
Venue type: historic theater and performing arts center (The Grand Theater) with multiple spaces including the Great Hall and an on-site gallery.
Seating/chart: official seating chart available online; ADA-accessible seating is offered (main floor Rows K, X, Y; balcony Row FF; elevator access).
Capacity: modern seating around 1,200–1,300 seats (Pollstar ranks among venues with fewer than 1,300 seats); historical opening capacity reported as 1,470 seats in 1927; some sources list 1,217 seats.
Parking: lots on Jefferson Street blocks, Wausau Center ramps, and accessible parking behind the theater (Jefferson & 5th Streets).
Transit: served by Metro Ride with a Transit Center at 555 Jefferson Street; seven fixed routes and downtown stops connect to The Grand.
Nearby hotels: Stewart Inn (downtown, ~0.3 miles) and La Quinta Inn & Suites Wausau (about 1.8 miles).
Notable events hosted: Broadway touring productions, the Aspirus Health Arts In Education Series, the Jerry Awards, and regular Pollstar-recognized performance activity.