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Visiting The UC Theatre: what to know before you go
2036 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States
The UC Theatre is an event venue in Berkeley, with room for about 1,400 people.
Of the 20 upcoming shows with a published time, 55% start at 8:00 PM – plan to arrive a little earlier for security and the cloakroom.
Most dates fall on Saturday and Thursday.
The busiest month ahead is November 2026, with 9 dates.
Key facts
- Capacity
- 1,400
- Address
- 2036 University Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, United States
- Upcoming events
- 20
- Usual start time
- 8:00 PM
- Busiest days
- Saturday, Thursday
The UC Theatre, month by month
- October 20261 date, including The Rocky Horror Picture Show
- November 20269 dates, including Plini, Aterciopelados and Turnover w/ Nothing
- December 20267 dates, including Night Lovell, Amorphis w/ Insomnium and Kamasi Washington w/ Bartees Strange
- February 20272 dates, including Bouncing Souls w/ The Suicide Machines and Death from Above 1979
- March 20271 date, including Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls: Last Evenings World Tour
Ticket prices
What the programme holds: Concerts (18) and Plays & Musicals (1).
Arriving by public transport
- Downtown Berkeley BART StationTrain860 m
11 min walk
Arriving by car
4 car parks within walking distance; the nearest is 160 m from the venue.
Next events at The UC Theatre
Nov1Sun
Nov6Fri
Nov11Wed
Other venues near The UC Theatre
- Cornerstone840 m · 44 dates
- Haas Pavilion180 m · 40 dates
- Freight & Salvage1 km · 5 dates
- Zellerbach Hall330 m · 3 dates
- Kabam Field at California Memorial Stadium180 m · 2 dates
- Zellerbach Auditorium180 m · 2 dates
The UC Theatre: practical questions
How many people fit in The UC Theatre?
The UC Theatre has a capacity of about 1,400; the figure for a given show depends on its layout.
What time do shows start at The UC Theatre?
Usually at 8:00 PM (55% of the upcoming shows with a published time). Check your ticket for the exact time.
What is the nearest stop to The UC Theatre?
Downtown Berkeley BART Station (Train), 860 m away – about 11 min on foot.
Can I park near The UC Theatre?
Yes, 4 car parks are mapped nearby, the closest 160 m away.
What kind of events does The UC Theatre host?
Upcoming dates by category: Concerts (18) and Plays & Musicals (1).
Which month has the most events at The UC Theatre?
November 2026, with 9 dates, including Plini and Aterciopelados.
Which other venues are close to The UC Theatre?
Cornerstone (840 m), Haas Pavilion (180 m), Freight & Salvage (1 km) and Zellerbach Hall (330 m).
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