Cleveland Public Auditorium: Cleveland Auditorium Guide

Auditorium4.4/5 (609 reviews)Downtown
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Cleveland Public Auditorium is a auditorium in Downtown, Cleveland. Rated 4.4/5 by 609 Google reviewers. Grand venue for concerts and sporting events with a basketball court, a stage for ballet and a music hall.

About Cleveland Public Auditorium

Cleveland Public Auditorium is a auditorium located in Downtown, Cleveland, with a solid 4.4/5 rating from 609 Google reviews. Grand venue for concerts and sporting events with a basketball court, a stage for ballet and a music hall.

Getting There

Cleveland Public Auditorium is located at 500 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44114, USA. Parking options include a paid parking lot, metered street parking, a paid parking garage. Arriving early is recommended on event nights to secure a spot. The venue is accessible by RTA bus and rail; check GCRTA.org for routes serving this location. Visit the venue's website for detailed directions and event-day parking information.

Cleveland Public Auditorium accepts credit cards, debit cards, contactless/NFC payments.

Seating Tips

Here's what visitors say about seating at Cleveland Public Auditorium: "There to support the Cleveland Charge! Had a great time, courtside seats!" "Attended the Nutcracker on December 15th. Music Hall has fallen from grace in my opinion. Parked at Willard garage with no visible signage as how to enter Music Hall. Many entrance doors were locke..." Check the venue's seating chart before purchasing tickets for the best experience.

Families & Groups

Cleveland Public Auditorium is best suited for smaller groups. For larger parties, call ahead to confirm arrangements. Restroom facilities are available on-site.

What Visitors Say

People say this auditorium is a beautiful and historic venue with stunning architecture. They also highlight the great atmosphere for events, especially basketball games, and the close views of the court. Other reviews mention the layout can be confusing.

Jennifer M

The Cleveland Public Auditorium is absolutely gorgeous. The aesthetics, especially the interior, are stunning and really set the tone for an elegant evening. We attended The Nutcracker, which was beautiful. Unfortunately, what took away from the experience was how cold it was inside. There was a constant draft and it felt like there was little to no heat. I had to keep my winter coat on for the entire performance, which made it hard to fully relax and enjoy the show. A warmer, more comfortable temperature would make a big difference.

2 months ago
Ricardo Gilliam

There to support the Cleveland Charge! Had a great time, courtside seats!

2 weeks ago
Dan McClaren

Attended the Nutcracker on December 15th. Music Hall has fallen from grace in my opinion. Parked at Willard garage with no visible signage as how to enter Music Hall. Many entrance doors were locked. Met at door by a rude attendant blocking our entrance and demanding tickets. How about letting people that just walked from Willard garage with temperatures in the teens to get their gloves off and glasses on and phones out before asking for tickets multiple times. No lobby, just a very cold entrance hallway. No coat check. No concession area, just a table with Dorito's and M-N-M's. Not very classy considering we were attending the ballet. Only one Men's room and one Women's room. Men's room only accessible by going down a flight of steps. Not good for seniors! At the intermission the VERY dated paper towel dispenser (only one for entire restroom) was empty. No air dryer. Roll of garbage can bags in one sink. Another sink plugged and water teasing the brim with overflowing. They started the show after intermission without dimming the lights to notify people to take their seats so people were filing in once the show had started disturbing the view of those already seated. Snack table was located opposite photo op with a ballerina area, causing a sever pedestrian traffic jam with intersecting traffic trying to negotiate between the frigid hallway, packed restrooms and entrance door to venue. I could go on about outdated step tread to rise ratio and no hand rails. First world problems, of course but it has the potential to be so much better like Severance Center. I'll end with, if you are attending a show in Cleveland go to Playhouse Square unless Music Hall gets a much-needed, overdue, multi-million dollar Major Renovation!

3 months ago
Vanessa Silva

It was beautiful. Very interesting venue for basketball games. I don't know if I agree with the placement of the court I feel like it could have been better placed but overall a great experience, beautiful venue, and I will definitely go back. I am curious to see it used for things other than basketball.

a year ago
tracy Limbeck

It was so beautiful inside. The architecture was intense. Everywhere you looked, it was beautiful. My grandson loved it. He told all his friends about it at school.

a year ago

Accessibility

Cleveland Public Auditorium provides a wheelchair-accessible entrance, an accessible restroom, accessible parking. The venue is committed to accommodating guests with mobility needs. For specific accessibility questions or to arrange accommodations, call ahead at (216) 348-2211.

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Cleveland Public Auditorium Cleveland stage
Cleveland Public Auditorium Cleveland stage
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cleveland Public Auditorium?

Cleveland Public Auditorium is a auditorium in Downtown, Cleveland. Grand venue for concerts and sporting events with a basketball court, a stage for ballet and a music hall.

How is Cleveland Public Auditorium rated?

Cleveland Public Auditorium has a 4.4/5 rating based on 609 Google reviews, making it one of the higher-rated auditoriums in the Cleveland area.

What is the bag policy at Cleveland Public Auditorium?

Bag policies vary by event. Most venues in Cleveland enforce a clear-bag policy for concerts and large events. Check Cleveland Public Auditorium's website or contact the box office for the specific policy before your visit.

Is there parking at Cleveland Public Auditorium?

Cleveland Public Auditorium offers a paid parking lot, metered street parking, a paid parking garage for visitors. Arriving early during events and peak hours is recommended to secure a spot.

Is Cleveland Public Auditorium wheelchair accessible?

Cleveland Public Auditorium provides a wheelchair-accessible entrance, an accessible restroom, accessible parking. The venue is committed to accommodating guests with mobility needs. For specific accessibility questions or to arrange accommodations, call ahead at (216) 348-2211.

Where is Cleveland Public Auditorium located?

Cleveland Public Auditorium is located at 500 Lakeside Ave E, Cleveland, OH 44114, USA, in the Downtown area of Cleveland. Get directions via Google Maps from the link on this page.