
Visiting F.M. Kirby Center: what to know before you go
71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701, United States
F.M. Kirby Center is a performing arts center in Wilkes-Barre, with room for about 1,800 people.
Of the 25 upcoming shows with a published time, 52% start at 7:00 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Friday and Saturday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 10 dates.

Key facts
- Type of venue
- Performing arts center
- Capacity
- 1,800
- Address
- 71 Public Square, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701, United States
- Upcoming events
- 25
- Usual start time
- 7:00 PM
- Busiest days
- Friday, Saturday
F.M. Kirby Center, month by month
- November 202610 dates, including James Barrett Album Release, CLUTCH: US Fall Tour and Paul Anka - You Are My Destiny Tour
- December 20268 dates, including NEPA Philharmonic (CANDLE) LIT HOLIDAY MAGIC, NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet and Allman Betts Family Revival: A DECADE OF REVIVAL
- January 20272 dates, including William Shakespeares Romeo + Juliet Film in Concert and NEPA Philharmonic: Candle Lit 90's
- February 20273 dates, including Mutts Gone Nuts, Tig Notaro: Out of Nowhere! and National Geographic Live- Penguins
- April 20272 dates, including Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox- The Future is Vintage World Tour and Kathleen Madigan: Flying Cats Tour
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Concerts (14), Comedy (6), Plays & Musicals (2), Family & Kids (2) and Talks & Lectures (1).
Arriving by public transport
- Wilkes-Barre stationTrain430 m
5 min walk
Arriving by car
2 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 200 m from the venue.
Next events at F.M. Kirby Center



F.M. Kirby Center: practical questions
How many people fit in F.M. Kirby Center?
F.M. Kirby Center has a capacity of about 1,800; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
What time do shows start at F.M. Kirby Center?
Usually at 7:00 PM (52% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to F.M. Kirby Center?
Wilkes-Barre station (Train), 430 m away – about 5 min on foot.
Can I park near F.M. Kirby Center?
Yes, 2 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 200 m away.
What kind of events does F.M. Kirby Center host?
Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (14), Comedy (6), Plays & Musicals (2) and Family & Kids (2).
Which month has the most events at F.M. Kirby Center?
November 2026, with 10 dates, including James Barrett Album Release and CLUTCH: US Fall Tour.
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