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About Whitaker Center
Whitaker Center in Harrisburg is a versatile venue blending science exploration with top-tier live performance. Home to the Sunoco Performance Theater and the UPMC Science Center (formerly Harsco Science Center), it hosts national touring shows, local productions, and engaging family events year-round. Located at 222 Market Street, this downtown hub is easily reachable by public transit and offers convenient parking and nearby accommodations. Whether you’re here for a concert, a show, or an educational exhibition, we’ve got you covered with practical seating, parking, and nearby dining and lodging options.
Plan ahead to secure your seats at Whitaker Center. We’ll help you find accessibility seating on every level, navigate parking in the Walnut Street Parking Garage, and connect you with nearby hotels like Hilton Harrisburg and Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey. For a complete experience, consider pairing your visit with a meal at affiliate-recommended restaurants or comfortable stays at partner hotels. And remember, if your event is RESCHEDULED from a past date or if a date is TBA, we’ll note it clearly to keep your plans smooth.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: Whitaker Center, 222 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101.
- Venue type: Combined science center and performing arts complex; main theater is the Sunoco Performance Theater.
- Capacity: Sunoco Performance Theater seats about 700 (official materials list 700 seats).
- Seating chart: Seating chart is available online; accessible seating exists on all levels.
- Parking: Walnut Street Parking Garage connected to the Center; app-based payment required; street parking often free after 5pm weekdays and all day Sunday.
- Transit: Served by Capital Area Transit (CAT) public transit system.
- Nearby hotels: Hilton Harrisburg and Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey are within walking distance.
- Notable events hosted: National touring performances and local productions; recent/typical examples include Dancing With the Celts, Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert, Puppy Pals Live!, and other live performances year-round.
- Renamed/demolished: No demolition; the Center remains active. The science center component is now called UPMC Science Center (formerly Harsco Science Center).