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About The Loft at Union County Performing Arts Center
The Loft is an intimate black-box performance space perched above the UCPAC Main Stage, located at 1601 Irving Street in Rahway, New Jersey. With a flexible seating configuration that typically accommodates about great seats guests, The Loft offers a close-up, immersive experience for audiences. This intimate setting makes it a favorite for singer–songwriter showcases, experimental theater, and rehearsal sessions connected to the broader Union County Performing Arts Center campus.
Whether you’re catching a touring artist or a local favorite, you’ll find a welcoming environment where the performer feels near and the audience feels connected. We’ve got you covered for securing seats at The Loft, including practical details on parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining.
Accessibility and convenience matter. The Loft sits on the 2nd floor above the UCPAC Main Stage. Public seating is represented on interactive charts (for example, TickPick’s Loft seating view), and the space adapts to different performance needs—from intimate concerts to small-scale readings. For travel by train, Rahway Station on NJ Transit is roughly a 7-minute walk away, making The Loft a convenient choice for city-dwellers and visitors alike.
Plan ahead with our recommended parking options and local hotel and restaurant partners. If you’re visiting for a show, secure your seats early, navigate parking with ease, and enjoy nearby amenities before or after the performance. We’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward ticket-buying and practical local guidance.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: The Loft sits on the 2nd floor above the UCPAC Main Stage at 1601 Irving Street, Rahway, NJ 07065.
- Capacity: Approximately 60–65 seats (varies with configuration).
- Venue type: Intimate black-box performance space / rehearsal space within UCPAC.
- Seating chart: Public seating charts exist (e.g., TickPick provides an interactive Loft seating chart).
- Parking: Nearby options include Hamilton Street Parking Lot (360 Hamilton Street) and Rahway Parking Garage (Main/Lewis), plus municipal lots; free municipal parking after 7 PM and on weekends in some lots.
- Transit: About a 7-minute walk from Rahway NJ Transit Station (NYC access).
- Nearby hotels: Watt Hotel Rahway (1403 Irving Street) across from the Rahway Station; Riverview Inn & Suite (1747 Paterson Street).
- Notable Loft events: Example: Darden Smith performed at The Loft (Rahway) in 2014.