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Lincoln Theatre

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Lincoln Theatre is a theater at 1215 U St NW. Use the entrance at 1215 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009.

Lincoln Theatre beside Ben’s Chili Bowl on U Street in Washington, DC.
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Lincoln Theatre beside Ben’s Chili Bowl on U Street in Washington, DC.

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FanProof verdictFor DC’s Lincoln Theatre, take Metro’s Green Line to U Street/Cardozo and use the 13th Street exit; nearby street and pay-lot parking is limited. Will call opens one hour before the show and requires photo ID and the purchase card. Every attendee needs a ticket.

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Bags & entry

The Lincoln Theatre in DC allows backpacks, purses and small bags and inspects them at entry. Leave luggage at home. Check your show listing for stricter tour rules.

Events, tickets & arrival timeline

Your event day

Travel time
  1. 5:45 PM
    Leave30 minutes to get there, then into the gates by your arrival time.
  2. 6:15 PMArrivePlanning estimate: 45 minutes before start. Check your ticket for doors and check-in times.
  3. 7:00 PMStartListed start time. Doors usually open earlier; check your ticket.
  4. AfterGetting homeCheck your ride or last train home

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Venue details
Venue typeTheater
CapacityNot publishedno reliable fixed total in the reviewed venue record; event configuration may vary
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Transit & the journey home

Use the entrance at 1215 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009.

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Parking At A Glance

Best option
There is limited on street and pay-lot parking available. We encourage patrons to take the Metro's Green Line to U street/Cardozo Station-13th exit or Metro bus routes 90,92,96 and 98.

Location

1215 U St NW

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Inside the Venue At A Glance

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Current event inventory

Every patron must have a ticket. The event page is the source for the room, seating format, and doors.

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Positive

Accessibility check

Call the Box Office (202)328-6000 Mon-Fri....10am-6pm Saturday & Sunday: open only when there is a performance 12noon-through 1 hour after show time.

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    The Lincoln Theatre in DC allows backpacks, purses and small bags and inspects them at entry. Leave luggage at home. Check your show listing for stricter tour rules.

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    Lincoln Theatre, 1215 U St NW · Washington, DC.
    Transit
    Use the entrance at 1215 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009.
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