WAMU Theater

Category: Performing arts theater in Seattle, Washington

Address: 800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134, USA

Phone: +12063817848

Reviews

Daniel Resendez

May 19, 2022

Amazing venue with all types of shows and concerts. Typically standing room only so get there early. Also note the new clear bag policy to make entry quick and easy

Megan Fowler

Apr 24, 2022

Went to WAMU to see The Deftones! Great concert 🙌 we had a blast! Make sure to buy parking at the garage before hand - you cannot pay when you get there. Also make sure there is not a Mariners game and a rave in the area on the same night 😂 it took us 2 hours to find parking. We almost gave up, and we missed the openers but we parked a mile away and walked and made it in just before they came on stage! Great venue, sound was great and staff were super friendly. 10/10 for the venue, will definitely see more shows here! Parking gets a 5/10, the parking garage at the stadium was marketed for the concert, but nowhere did it say you could not purchase at the gate. We sat in line for 40 minutes to park there just to be turned away at the gate. It was also only posted at the entrance to the garage that you had to have parking passes purchased beforehand, no notices anywhere else in the mile long line of traffic waiting for the garage.

CarolAnne Solberger

Mar 13, 2022

Be aware if you go here for a concert you’re not allowed to bring purses of any size unless it’s clear plastic. Even fanny packs. If you show up with a bag they charge you $10 to put it in a locker, even if you’ve managed to stuff your belongings into your pockets and your bag is empty. Giant jackets with tons of pockets are fine. Guess how many men had to pay to store their stuff during the show I went to?

Alexis Romero

Oct 9, 2021

Large venue. Concert i saw there was great. All General admission could stand or sit in chairs. Large bathroom rare wait times. 2 large bar areas. Food and non alcoholic drinks also available. Starbucks coffee. Friendly staff. Sound of music was great. Parking at lumen field parking garage recommend

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Questions & Answers

is wamu theater the same as century link field

Douglassmp Glover | Aug 11, 2022
Troy Ryan | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, it is. It is on the west side of Century Link field. The entrance is under the field.

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Do you have to reserve parking in the CenturyLink garage? Also, does the garage stay open until after the concert at the WAMU Theater?

D S | Aug 11, 2022
Terri Warren | Aug 12, 2022

I used the CenturyLink parking lot and it stayed open

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Where is parking?

deb weivoda | Aug 11, 2022
WAMU Theater (Owner) | Aug 12, 2022

Hello Deb, paid parking is available in the CenturyLink Field Event Center garage.

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Does WaMu Theater have it's own parking? Concerned for safety after leaving event with child at 11:00 at night. Looking online and unable to find parking.

Carrie | Aug 11, 2022
WAMU Theater (Owner) | Aug 12, 2022

Hello Carrie, yes we do have parking on site! The CenturyLink Field Event Center garage will be open for paid parking. Parking Garage: 330S S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle, WA 98134.

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Is there WiFi at WaMu?

Emilie Anne Aridj | Aug 11, 2022
WAMU Theater (Owner) | Aug 12, 2022

Yes there is!

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Is a negative covid test or prove of vaccination require for april

Gustavo Madrigal | Aug 11, 2022
Ben | Aug 12, 2022

No.

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How late can people perform for?

Kenneth Hayes | Aug 11, 2022
Ervina Gill | Aug 12, 2022

Sometimes til 11 but it depends on the artist

I have an upcoming show for HER on 4/14. Is it true folks 21+ can enter early to have a drink before doors actually open? If so, what time is the earliest time we can come?

Sara J | Aug 11, 2022
Sara J | Aug 12, 2022

I understand doors open at a certain time, but to my understanding, 21+ folks can enter before doors “technically open”. Just wondering what’s the earliest we can head in.

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Will vaccine card be required to attend a show in April when the tickets were purchased 2 years ago? Thanks!

Melissa Colto | Aug 11, 2022
Ben McDaniel | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, King County requires proof of vaccination or proof of negative test for most venues and restaurants

Are hydration packs allowed?

Horace Hou | Aug 11, 2022
Justin Parrish | Aug 12, 2022

Clear bags and sealed drinks only

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Does the place have parking?

Mayra Heredia | Aug 11, 2022
Jennifer Huda | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, there is a garage and several lots in the nearby streets.

Could you buy tickets at the door?

Tatiana Acuna | Aug 11, 2022
Siddhant Kasat | Aug 12, 2022

Yes!

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Are binoculars allowed at the Bryan Adam's concert?

Diana Givens | Aug 11, 2022
George Pikalov | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, I believe they are. The only requirement is that they must fit in that very small handbag size; see other reviews about the size of bag allowed in to WaMu.

How many people does the venue hold?

Judith Kerr | Aug 11, 2022
Ben M | Aug 12, 2022

Up to 7,000 people

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Where can we buy tickets in person? Also, will this help avoid service fees?

Megan Luning | Aug 11, 2022
Monique Spivey | Aug 12, 2022

You can only buy tickets at WAMU if there is a concert or an event going on but you can buy them at the northwest box office at centurylinkfield

Where do production trucks stage up

Allan Pazmandy | Aug 11, 2022
Allan Pazmandy | Aug 12, 2022

Oh ok thanks, is there a show today

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What hotels are near the theatre

Larry Geber | Aug 11, 2022
Chris Jacobson | Aug 12, 2022

Silver cloud it's a great place

Is there going to be seating for the smoke me out event ??

Mariana Arevalo | Aug 11, 2022
John Heimbigner | Aug 12, 2022

There's always some kind of seating there

What time will the Morrissey show end? Approximately. I didn't see any opening act listed.

Al Minsk | Aug 11, 2022
John Heimbigner | Aug 12, 2022

Until the show's over, probably 2 hrs after it starts 2.5 hrs

Does anyone know if the social d show is all ages at the wamu in sept? Want to bring my kid.

Jamie Jensen | Aug 11, 2022
Taylor Christensen | Aug 12, 2022

It differentiates between events. Probably not this one though.

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Is there a bar inside? can we go in early if we are 21 and get drinks before the show?

ddrugss | Aug 11, 2022
John Heimbigner | Aug 12, 2022

Yes

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What’s another form of Id you guys will accept?

Shaylyn Joel | Aug 11, 2022
John Heimbigner | Aug 12, 2022

State issued ID, passport, etc.....

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Seen on there website they don’t accept vertical id even if not expired. If I go get a new id will they accept the temporary?

Shaylyn Joel | Aug 11, 2022
WAMU Theater (Owner) | Aug 12, 2022

Hello Shaylyn, for alcohol purchase we do not accept: expired, punched, temporary, or vertical forms of ID. We recommend bringing another form of ID if the one you have falls into that category.

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Is there free public wifi at Wamu theatre?

Alyssa Lopez | Aug 11, 2022
WAMU Theater (Owner) | Aug 12, 2022

Yes we do have public wifi!

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Can I avoid any of the ticket fees if I buy my tickets at the wamu box office?

Bob Smith | Aug 11, 2022
Yanira Carballo | Aug 12, 2022

I dont wkon

Is there a mosh pit?!

Annalyce Hunt | Aug 11, 2022
hpaul9906 | Aug 12, 2022

Well it's Seattle, but it's not the 90s. Lol

Will tickets be sold at the door for the Kodak black concert tonight or only online??

Nesha Evans | Aug 11, 2022
John Heimbigner | Aug 12, 2022

Usually you can get them at the door there. Check the website

Is there going to be seatings for the Why Don't We concert??

DaNiElLa BrItO | Aug 11, 2022
WAMU Theater (Owner) | Aug 12, 2022

Hello, Yes- Why Don't We is a reserved show, everyone will have their own seat!

Will there be seating because I’m pregnant and I can’t standing up too long....

Beauty Tingz | Aug 11, 2022
WAMU Theater (Owner) | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, we have seating at our venue.

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Any restrictions on purse size?

Debra Entenman | Aug 11, 2022
Adam Thorne | Aug 12, 2022

Sometimes, it varies from event to event. Their website had standard restrictions listed.

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Will Chayanne concert tickets be sold at the box office ???

Andrea Cuevas | Aug 11, 2022
Adam Thorne | Aug 12, 2022

There is a ticket office, but it is easier to use Ticketmaster

How soon do they typically open the doors before showtime?

Jasmine McKenzie | Aug 11, 2022
Pablo Navarro | Aug 12, 2022

like a hour before the show.

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Do they breathalyze before you enter

Eva Huber | Aug 11, 2022
Sharon Cohen | Aug 12, 2022

Not for the event we went to

on the website it says "large backpacks" are prohibited. how large is large? I'm thinking of bringing my original sized kanken backpack.

cameron | Aug 11, 2022
Sharon Cohen | Aug 12, 2022

I agree. I dont think regular backpacks would be allowed

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I've been told their is a bar located near the stage and includes a view of the stage. Can anyone verify this?

Katie Gay | Aug 11, 2022
Eleanor Zimmerman | Aug 12, 2022

The concert I went to did have one. Its toward the back of the arena, but there is a view of the stage. However, they won't let you take drinks to and from the designated area.

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Anyone know what time does open or what time we should get there to get in line?

Debbie Carver | Aug 11, 2022
Elsa | Aug 12, 2022

Half an hour before your event is good. It's not a huge place, you should be ok.

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Does anyone know if there are vegan options inside Wa Mu? I looked at the concessions and it didn't look like there were options. If no options can I bring food? (It says food is prohibited but other venues have allowed this in the past)

Shelley Bemrose | Aug 11, 2022
GNUFEED | Aug 12, 2022

The concessions here are pretty much standard issue to what you might find at a football game. Picture hot dogs, nachos, pretzels. They do have wine and beer selections as well as a full cocktail bar. Don't know for sure but I highly doubt they have any vegan options nor would they allow any food into the venue. The venue is run by Live Nation and they are pretty strict overall.

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Will there be an opening band at the Flogging Molly / Dropkick Murphys show tonight?

SarahE Landa | Aug 11, 2022
Glitter&Ghouls | Aug 12, 2022

Jake Burns and Stiff Little Fingers

How do you know if a coat check is available? Is it a seasonal thing or what?

Tasha McNeley | Aug 11, 2022
Atari Betamax | Aug 12, 2022

It really depends on the event. There are events scheduled throughout the year, some would have a coat check, others wouldn't.

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What time will the doors open and what is the approximate split of seats to standing only?

Matt K | Aug 11, 2022
Glitter&Ghouls | Aug 12, 2022

Doors always depend on the show time itself. As far as seat to standing, it's 95% standing with a few rows of bleachers in the back. I've attended shows where I did standing room and sitting, in my opinion sitting isn't what's best for this venue.

Will there be wheelchair access or area at all for the dropkick murphys show? I have a broken pelvis and 2 broken ribs and dont plan on missing this show. Thanks

Brad Lambert | Aug 11, 2022
Chrissy Lang | Aug 12, 2022

Yes there is an ADP entrance on Occidental ave between Century link and WAMU

Hi what time does the box office close?

Jenn Ng | Aug 11, 2022
Phong Bach | Aug 12, 2022

It shares the same box office with CenturyLink Field Northwest Box Office Hours: Mon-Fri | 10am-5pm Sat-Sun | 10am-2:30pm

We have GA tickets for Halestorm Friday night. My wife is disabled and can't stand for long periods of time. Will there be seats available?

Jim Landucci | Aug 11, 2022
Lynn Evans | Aug 12, 2022

In the back there are seats!

Going to Alison Wonderland tomorrow do I need to have my things in a clear bag?

Tabitha Hoerner | Aug 11, 2022
M Aboud | Aug 12, 2022

Yes, its required, the specific type, size and other details are listed on the website.

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For Arctic Monkey show it is general admission. Are there seats for this concert?

Debbie Carver | Aug 11, 2022
jackie bridges | Aug 12, 2022

I saw alt J there was an open floor and seating behind that. Sounds like a great show Jealous

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It is allowed bring kids to Dua lipa performance? Thanks

Higdalia Bracho | Aug 11, 2022
WAMU Theater (Owner) | Aug 12, 2022

Hello, yes this is an all ages/general admission show. They will need to have tickets to enter. Thank you.

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The Dua Lipa event does not appear to have assigned seating and starts at 8PM. When will the doors open?

Dave Reverie | Aug 11, 2022
Chris Pitzer | Aug 12, 2022

Look at your concert and see if there's an opening act if there is generally it's an hour before the show starts that you can get in. no assigned seating means it's all general admission they usually have seating in the back area.

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Any ev parking

Wilda Branca | Aug 11, 2022
Brahman Levi Waitsle | Aug 12, 2022

Ev? Event, evening, or EZ?

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We want to attend the NEEDTOBREATHE concert on September 15. Is this a stand only venue or will their be seats?

Kathy Quick | Aug 11, 2022
sidney minton | Aug 12, 2022

It is all dependent on the size of the show, if it's big enough they usually set up bleachers at one or 2 points throughout the venue. If it's smaller it would be mostly stand-up with a designated seating area

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Is there any plans to renovate WaMu Theater? Because having only the portable chairs on the big flat floor is a big issue in this venue. We need to reduce the flexibility as well as accommodating wheelchair accessible for a better viewing experience.

Nathan Cadigan | Aug 11, 2022
Tammi Bianchi | Aug 12, 2022

Not as far as I know. I work there, and we have so many different kinds of venues, it's really hard to do.

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What restaurant is close by for dinner before the show? We would like to park just once and walk, keeping in mind I have an elderly Mother with me!

kim freese | Aug 11, 2022
K Martin | Aug 12, 2022

Pyramid Ale House or Jimmys On First. There are also food trucks right outside the theater.

So I'm 18 but I don't have any ID will they still not let me in if I don't have an ID?

Chrissy Ana’lise Girl with a vlog | Aug 11, 2022
K Martin | Aug 12, 2022

If it's an 18+ event you'll need your ID or they won't let you in

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