Ordway Center for the Performing Arts

Plan your visit

The Ordway is at 345 Washington Street opposite Rice Park. Numerous downtown ramps are within a short walk, but there is no direct skyway connection and accessible parking is limited. Arrive at least 30 minutes before the event for tickets, restrooms, concessions, and seating.

Accessibility

The wheelchair-accessible main entrance has a pickup and drop-off cutout. Both halls offer wheelchair, transfer, and companion locations plus elevators and accessible restrooms. Selected events provide ASL, audio description, open captions, touch tours, sensory-friendly settings, alternate formats, and noise-reducing headphones.

About Ordway Center for the Performing Arts

Ordway Center for the Performing Arts is an active downtown Saint Paul performing-arts complex with the Music Theater and Concert Hall. It presents Broadway, music, dance, opera, family and community programming and is a principal home for several Twin Cities arts organizations.

Venue policies

Parking

Nearby ramps are independently operated and accessible spaces are limited.

Accessible seating

Wheelchair locations have no physical seat and are reserved for guests who require them.

Service animals

Trained service animals are allowed; other animals are prohibited.

Masks

Masks are welcomed but not generally required; check current event health guidance.