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Visiting Saenger Theatre: what to know before you go
1111 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70112, United States
Saenger Theatre is a theatre building in New Orleans, with room for about 2,600 people.
Of the 12 upcoming shows with a published time, 58% start at 7:30 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Friday.
The busiest month ahead is December 2026, with 8 dates.
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Key facts
- Type of venue
- Theatre building
- Capacity
- 2,600
- Address
- 1111 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70112, United States
- Upcoming events
- 19
- Usual start time
- 7:30 PM
- Busiest days
- Friday
Saenger Theatre, month by month
- November 20262 dates, including Ali Siddiq and Rocky In Concert
- December 20268 dates, including Billy Strings, Buena Vista Social Club (Touring) - Recommended for ages 8 and up and How the Grinch Stole Christmas (Touring)
- January 20273 dates, including The Notebook (Touring) - Recommended for ages 10 and up and Mojo Brookzz with Desi Banks
- February 20271 date, including Clue - A New Comedy
- March 20274 dates, including Death Cab for Cutie w/ Swapmeet, The Sound Of Music and The Outsiders
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Plays & Musicals (7), Concerts (7), Comedy (4), Dance (1) and Family & Kids (1).
Arriving by public transport
- Canal at Carondelet (Stop #256)Train760 m
9 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 30 m from the venue.
Next events at Saenger Theatre
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Saenger Theatre: practical questions
How many people fit in Saenger Theatre?
Saenger Theatre has a capacity of about 2,600; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
What time do shows start at Saenger Theatre?
Usually at 7:30 PM (58% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to Saenger Theatre?
Canal at Carondelet (Stop #256) (Train), 760 m away – about 9 min on foot.
Can I park near Saenger Theatre?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 30 m away.
What kind of events does Saenger Theatre host?
Upcoming dates by category: Plays & Musicals (7), Concerts (7), Comedy (4) and Dance (1).
Which month has the most events at Saenger Theatre?
December 2026, with 8 dates, including Billy Strings and Buena Vista Social Club (Touring) - Recommended for ages 8 and up.
Which other venues are close to Saenger Theatre?
Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro (2 km), Chickie Wah Wah (1.6 km), Smoothie King Center (1.7 km) and House of Blues New Orleans (1.1 km).
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