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About The Port Theatre

The Port Theatre is a community performing arts centre in downtown Nanaimo, co-managed by the Port Theatre Society and the City of Nanaimo. Opened in 1998 as Nanaimo Harbourfront Centre and renamed The Port Theatre later that year, this 800-seat (some sources list 804 seats) venue hosts the Spotlight Series and serves as the home for organizations like the Vancouver Island Symphony Orchestra. Located at 125 Front Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 6Z4, it offers a welcoming space for a wide range of live performances, rentals, and community events. Whether you’re planning a night of music, theatre, or a rental event, we’ve got you covered with seating details, parking, transit options, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations.

For ticket purchases, secure your seats through our easy, no-fuss process. The Port Theatre is a staple of Nanaimo’s arts scene, well-integrated with downtown amenities. If you’re visiting from out of town, you’ll find convenient parking, reliable transit, and a short walk to several hotels and restaurants. We’ll help you find the best options and share insider tips to make your visit smooth and enjoyable.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 125 Front Street, Nanaimo, BC V9R 6Z4.
  • Capacity: approximately 800 seats (official site lists 800-seat theatre; rentals page lists 804 seats total).
  • Venue type: community performing arts centre and rental venue co-managed by the Port Theatre Society and the City of Nanaimo.
  • Seating chart: Seating Map available; total seats listed as 804 with 561 on the main level, 215 in the balcony, and 28 loges.
  • Parking: City of Nanaimo parking options; free 15-minute pull-up in front of the Ticket Centre; typical 3 hours; parkade options include Bastion Street Parkade, Harbour Front Parkade, and Vancouver Island Conference Centre Parkade.
  • Transit: Downtown Nanaimo Bus Exchange on Front Street with multiple routes; buses stop near the Port Theatre and nearby hotels.
  • Nearby hotels: Coast Bastion Inn adjacent to the venue; Courtyard by Marriott Nanaimo; Best Western Dorchester Hotel nearby.
  • Notable events: The Port Theatre hosts the Spotlight Series and serves as home to organizations like the Vancouver Island Symphony Orchestra.
  • Renamed: Opened in 1998 as Nanaimo Harbourfront Centre and renamed The Port Theatre in 1998.
  • Ownership/operation: Port Theatre Society (nonprofit) co-manages with the City of Nanaimo.