The Wellmont Theatre in Montclair, New Jersey, is a historic live concert venue with a modern vibe. Reopened in 2008 after careful renovations, it has since hosted a wide range of artists—from legendary singer-songwriters to chart-topping acts. With a seating capacity around 2,500 (configurations vary, up to ~2,137 seated in some setups), it offers an intimate yet energetic concert experience in a venue that blends historic charm with top-tier acoustics.

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Wellmont Theatre is located at 5 Seymour St, Montclair, NJ 07042. It’s accessible via NJ Transit (Montclair-Boonton line) with Bay Street and Walnut Street stations nearby, plus bus connections (No. 11) and other routes. Street parking with meters is available, and there are paid parking garages nearby, including the North Fullerton Parking Plaza and Crescent Deck. For stays, The MC Hotel sits about 0.5 miles from the venue, offering convenient accommodations after a show. The venue also supports Montclair Film Festival programming and hosts a variety of performances across genres. For the most current seating layouts, parking rules, and directions, check the official Wellmont Theatre site.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 5 Seymour St, Montclair, NJ 07042
Capacity: about 2,500 (audience capacity; configurations vary; seating up to ~2,137 in some setups)
Venue type: historic theatre converted into a premier live concert venue; reopened in 2008 and operated with major promoters
Seating chart: official seating charts available on the Wellmont site (View From Seats gallery)
Parking: street parking with meters; metered hours; closest paid garages: North Fullerton Parking Plaza and Crescent Deck; nearby accommodations partner (The MC Hotel)
Transit: accessible by NJ Transit Montclair-Boonton line (Bay Street or Walnut Street stations); bus connections (No. 11) and other routes; detailed directions on venue site
Nearby hotels: The MC Hotel located about 0.5 miles from the Wellmont Theatre
Notable events: reopened with Hanson in 2008; has hosted acts like Tom Jones, Lauryn Hill, Joan Baez, Bush, DNCE, Third Eye Blind, Jim Gaffigan, Meat Loaf; venues also host Montclair Film Festival programming
Renaming/branding: branding has alternated between Wellmont Theatre and The Wellmont Theater; the entrance was moved from Bloomfield Avenue to Seymour Street in 2006; underwent major renovations and redevelopment
Status: active venue; not demolished