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Scranton Cultural Center

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Scranton Cultural Center is a live-event venue at 420 N. Washington Ave. in Scranton, PA.

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FanProof verdictFor Scranton Cultural Center, allow for a slow garage exit: the venue warns Scranton Parking Authority Garage delays can reach 45–90 minutes after a show. Street meters are free on weekends and normally enforced until 7pm on business days. For accessible arrival, use building drop-off only; accessible parking is in the nearby garage.

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What do you need to know?

Getting inBag rules, screening and your event

Bags & entry

Scranton permits inspected wallets, wristlets, purses and clear bags, with purses/clear bags in a separate screening line. Backpacks, diaper bags and large bags are prohibited. No numerical bag limit is stated. Coordinate necessary medical/infant supplies before travel.

Events, tickets & arrival timeline

Your event day

Travel time
  1. 6:15 PM
    Leave30 minutes to get there, then into the gates by your arrival time.
  2. 6:45 PMArrivePlanning estimate: 45 minutes before start. Check your ticket for doors and check-in times.
  3. 7:30 PMStartListed start time. Doors usually open earlier; check your ticket.
  4. AfterGetting homeCheck your ride or last train home

Times are in the venue's local time.

Venue details
Venue typeEvent Venue
CapacityNot publishedCheck the layout and available seating for your event.
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Plan a visit
Getting thereArrival timing, parking, transit and getting home
Localtime

Transit & the journey home

Use the entrance at 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton, PA 18503.

Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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Parking

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Parking At A Glance

What to do
Two parking facilities are located within one block of the Center. Adams Avenue Parking: Private lot - is located in the 400 block of Adams Avenue directly behind the Scranton Cultural Center. Rates vary.

Location

420 N. Washington Ave.

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Seats & views

Accessibility

Choose ORCHESTRA seating if you need to avoid stairs: Weinberg Theatre’s mezzanine and balcony have NO ELEVATOR access. Request accessible seating when buying at 570-346-7369. Accessible restrooms one level below the lobby have elevator access. Building drop-off permits no parking; the nearby Parking Authority garage is the closest listed accessible-parking option. Confirm your complete route.

Find your section

Seating maps & views

Match the layout to your event before choosing seats. Stage position, floor seating, standing areas, and available sections can change.

Real photos from the seats

Browse Scranton Cultural Center photos by section and compare the sightlines, railings, and stage views. Check the event and photo date; zoom can make the stage look closer.

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Seating & atmosphere notes

Inside the Venue At A Glance

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Access and ticket help

This is an accessible venue. Customers should contact box office at (570) 344-1111 to purchase tickets. Note that there is no elevator to the Mezzanine or Balcony Level. Accessible Seating is located in the Orchestra Level Only. Labor Day through Memorial Day Monday - Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday 10am - 2pm Sunday Closed Memorial Day through Labor Day (summer) Monday - Friday 10am - 2pm Saturday & Sunday Closed OPENS : The box office opens One hour prior to published evening and weekend performance times and one half hour prior to published film and morning events.

Inside the venuePayment, water and the atmosphere

Payment

The box-office WINDOW accepts cash, checks with TWO forms of ID, money orders and venue gift certificates. Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express work at the window and by phone. Confirm concessions separately.

Water & drinks

Outside food/drinks, explicitly including water bottles, are prohibited. No ordinary sealed-water or empty-bottle exception is listed. Coordinate necessary medical/infant liquids before arriving.

The experience

  • Watch out for: The following items are PROHIBITED in the Center: Coolers, backpacks, oversized bags, bottles, cans and glass containers, outside food or beverages, horns, whistles, banners, noisemakers, laser pens, cameras, video cameras, or audio recording devices, recording devices, illegal substances, weapons or any other threatening objects.
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Event details to verify

  • ×Everyone regardless of age, must have a ticket to enter an event. No children allowed to be carried in the arms of adults. Some events may not be suitable for younger children or minors. Questions call (570) 344-1111
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420 N. Washington Ave. · Scranton, PA

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Scranton permits inspected wallets, wristlets, purses and clear bags, with purses/clear bags in a separate screening line. Backpacks, diaper bags and large bags are prohibited. No numerical bag limit is stated. Coordinate necessary medical/infant supplies before travel.

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Destination
Scranton Cultural Center, 420 N. Washington Ave. · Scranton, PA.
Transit
Use the entrance at 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton, PA 18503.
Parking
Two parking facilities are located within one block of the Center. Adams Avenue Parking: Private lot - is located in the 400 block of Adams Avenue directly behind the Scranton Cultural Center. Rates vary.
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Choose ORCHESTRA seating if you need to avoid stairs: Weinberg Theatre’s mezzanine and balcony have NO ELEVATOR access. Request accessible seating when buying at 570-346-7369. Accessible restrooms one level below the lobby have elevator access. Building drop-off permits no parking; the nearby Parking Authority garage is the closest listed accessible-parking option. Confirm your complete route.

Official venue accessibility guidance (opens in a new tab)Seat maps (opens in a new tab)

The box-office WINDOW accepts cash, checks with TWO forms of ID, money orders and venue gift certificates. Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express work at the window and by phone. Confirm concessions separately. Outside food/drinks, explicitly including water bottles, are prohibited. No ordinary sealed-water or empty-bottle exception is listed. Coordinate necessary medical/infant liquids before arriving.

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Use the entrance at 420 N. Washington Ave., Scranton, PA 18503. Confirm return service and last departures for your event’s finish time.

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