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The venue

About The Vets

The Vets, formerly known as the Veterans Memorial Auditorium (VMA), is a storied performing-arts venue in downtown Providence. With an upgraded main auditorium, this historic stage hosts a diverse lineup—from world-class orchestras and ballet to stand-up comedy and film festivals. Located at 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, RI 02903, The Vets is your gateway to memorable live experiences in a city rich with culture and convenience.

Whether you’re planning a night out with the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra, Festival Ballet Providence, or headline performers like Chris Botti, Mavis Staples, Amy Schumer, or Bryan Adams, you’ll find a comfortable, accessible setting, modern amenities, and a welcoming atmosphere. Read on for seating details, parking, transit, and nearby accommodations and dining to help you plan an easy, hassle-free visit.

For the full seating map and the most up-to-date event details, consult The Vets’ official seating chart and event pages. If you’re looking for reliable tickets with friendly support, we’ve got you covered—think of us as your personal connection in the ticketing world. We’ll help you secure your seats and point you toward convenient parking, transit options, and nearby stays and meals to complete your visit.

Note: If an event date is RESCHEDULED from its original date or Date to be announced, we’ll reflect that status clearly on the event page. For multi-day events, each date is treated individually so you can easily find the performance you want.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Capacity: 2,015 seats in the main auditorium (upgrade completed 2022; earlier configurations cited ~1,933).
Address: 1 Avenue of the Arts, Providence, RI 02903; Box Office location: 220 Weybosset Street.
Venue type: Historic performing-arts venue (The VETS), formerly Veterans Memorial Auditorium (VMA).
Seating chart: Official seating chart available on The VETS site (VETS Seat Map).
Parking: The VETS Lot on Park Street for event parking; Providence Place Mall garage behind the venue (North Entrance on Hayes Street); free parking in State House lots; on-street parking on Francis Street.
Transit: Downtown Providence location with access to RIPTA bus routes; closest rail access at Providence Station.
Nearby hotels: Connected to the Renaissance Providence Downtown Hotel (5 Avenue of the Arts).
Notable events hosted: Home to the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra and Festival Ballet Providence; hosted artists such as Chris Botti, Mavis Staples, Amy Schumer, Bryan Adams; also hosts the Rhode Island International Film Festival and Providence Singers.