Cleveland Public Auditorium

Plan your visit

The complex is at 500 Lakeside Avenue East near the convention center, downtown hotels, and lakefront attractions. Parking is available in surrounding garages and lots, and public transit serves the district. Use the event organizer’s page for the correct entrance, hall, doors, security, and parking instructions.

Accessibility

The city lists elevators, accessible seating and restrooms, and a tactile or visual-assistance map for guests with disabilities. Contact the venue or event organizer before purchasing to select accessible seats and confirm drop-off, entrance, companion seating, hearing support, and other accommodations.

About Cleveland Public Auditorium

Cleveland Public Auditorium and Conference Center is a city-owned downtown complex for concerts, conventions, conferences, exhibitions, weddings, fundraisers, and civic events. It includes the 10,000-seat Public Hall, 2,800-seat Music Hall, 603-seat Little Theater, meeting rooms, and large lobby and reception areas.

Venue policies

Event rules

Doors, security screening, bag limits, ticketing, and concessions are set for each event.

Parking

Use legal downtown lots or garages and verify current rates and closing times.

Hall check

Confirm the named room or theater before arrival because the complex has multiple entrances and spaces.