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Visiting Taft Theatre: what to know before you go

317 East 5th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202, United States

Taft Theatre is a theatre building in Cincinnati, open since 1928, with room for about 2,500 people.

Of the 35 upcoming shows with a published time, 57% start at 7:00 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.

Most dates fall on Saturday and Friday.

The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 12 dates.

3 public transport stops are within walking distance (Bus stop); the nearest is Government Square, 280 m away.

Taft Theatre

Key facts

Type of venue
Theatre building
Capacity
2,500
Opened
1928
Address
317 East 5th Street, Cincinnati, OH 45202, United States
Upcoming events
35
Usual start time
7:00 PM
Busiest days
Saturday, Friday

Taft Theatre, month by month

  • November 202612 dates, including Blade Runner Live, The String Cheese Incident: Just Keep Spinning Tour and Little Feat - The Last Farewell Tour
  • December 20268 dates, including Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's Wild & Swingin' Holiday Party, Andrew Peterson - Behold the Lamb of God and Whitney Cummings: Big Baby Tour
  • January 20272 dates, including Killers of Kill Tony and Ali Siddiq: The Custom Fit Tour
  • February 20276 dates, including Charlie Berens: The Lost and Found Tour, Zoltan Kaszas: Road Warrior Tour and Drew & Ellie Holcomb: Rain or Shine Tour
  • March 20273 dates, including John Cleese: Still Not Dead (Yet), Elmo's Got the Moves and RuPaul's Drag Race Werq The World 2027 Tour
  • April 20273 dates, including Dusty Slay: The Neighborhood Guy Tour, Ari Matti: Here To Stay Tour and Gianmarco Soresi: The Misery Loves Tour

Ticket prices

What the programme holds: Comedy (14), Concerts (13), Plays & Musicals (5), Talks & Lectures (1) and Film (1).

Arriving by public transport

  • Government SquareBus stop280 m
    4 min walk
  • Cincinnati MetroBus stop320 m
    4 min walk
  • METRO Riverfront Transit CenterBus stop510 m
    6 min walk

Arriving by car

4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 50 m from the venue.

Hotels near Taft Theatre

Accessibility

What ticket listings for this venue say (32 listings with an access note):

  • Wheelchair spaces or accessible seats are sold
  • A companion or carer ticket is available with accessible tickets

Access arrangements can differ per show: confirm with the venue or the ticket seller before you buy.

Next events at Taft Theatre

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Taft Theatre: practical questions

How many people fit in Taft Theatre?

Taft Theatre has a capacity of about 2,500; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.

When did Taft Theatre open?

Taft Theatre opened in 1928.

What time do shows start at Taft Theatre?

Usually at 7:00 PM (57% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.

What is the nearest stop to Taft Theatre?

Government Square (Bus stop), 280 m away – about 4 min on foot.

Is Taft Theatre wheelchair accessible?

Ticket listings for this venue offer wheelchair spaces or accessible seats; book them through the seller and mention any extra needs.

Can I park near Taft Theatre?

Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 50 m away.

What kind of events does Taft Theatre host?

Upcoming dates by category: Comedy (14), Concerts (13), Plays & Musicals (5) and Talks & Lectures (1).

Which month has the most events at Taft Theatre?

November 2026, with 12 dates, including Blade Runner Live and The String Cheese Incident: Just Keep Spinning Tour.

Which other venues are close to Taft Theatre?

Heritage Bank Center (490 m), The Southgate House Revival - Sanctuary (1.6 km), The Andrew J Brady Music Center (770 m) and The Southgate House Revival - Revival Room (1.6 km).

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