Varsity Theater

Visiting Varsity Theater

Getting there & parking

Street parking is available in proximity to the venue as well as pay-to-park lots and the 4th Street Ramp, located at 1625 4th St SE.

Accessibility

While our venue is standing room only, we do have an ADA section for qualified patrons. We also have ADA lift access to the second floor and our restrooms. We suggest you get to the venue early for best viewing options in the ADA area. Please note that each ADA guest is allowed one extra guest into the ADA area. Please purchase ADA accessible tickets via Ticketmaster or General Admission and speak to staff upon arrival.

Entry & venue rules

For more information on our venue policies and FAQ, please visit our website www.varsitytheater.com

Children & age policy

All guests ages 3 and older need a ticket for entry. Please provide ear protection for children.

Box office

Our box office is open on show days starting two (2) hours prior to the scheduled door time. To purchase tickets online, please visit www.varsitytheater.com. We look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming shows!

Ticketmaster will call opens at door time or meet and greet check-in time. Artist guest list may not arrive until doors time. Remember to bring your photo ID!

We are cashless! All concession, bar and ticket sales, once in the venue, will accept credit or debit cards and/or mobile pay. Cashless payments are encouraged for ticket purchases at the box office. Cash to card conversions will be available for your convenience inside the venue, dollar for dollar, without any service fees.

Venue information published by the ticket provider. Policies change, so check before you travel.

Getting around

Nearest transit

  • 13 Av Se β€” 2 min walk Β· bus stop
  • 4th St SE & 15th Ave SE β€” 2 min walk Β· bus stop
  • 15th Ave SE & 4th St SE β€” 3 min walk Β· bus stop
  • University Ave SE & 15th Ave SE β€” 3 min walk Β· bus stop
  • University & 11th Ave Station β€” 3 min walk Β· bus stop
  • East Bank β€” 12 min walk Β· light_rail

Parking nearby

  • Car park β€” 1 min walk
  • University of Minnesota β€” 3 min walk
  • University Lutheran Chapel β€” 4 min walk
  • 4th Street Parking Ramp β€” 5 min walk
  • Nolte Center Garage β€” 6 min walk
  • Church Street Garage β€” 7 min walk

Eat & drink nearby

  • Frank from Philly & Andrea Pizza β€” 1 min walk Β· restaurant
  • Shuang Cheng β€” 1 min walk Β· restaurant
  • Rollicious β€” 1 min walk Β· restaurant
  • Tony's Diner β€” 1 min walk Β· restaurant
  • CrunCheese β€” 1 min walk Β· fast food
  • Niko Niko β€” 1 min walk Β· cafe

Surroundings from OpenStreetMap contributors, licensed under ODbL. Walking times are estimates.

Upcoming Events

Hunxho - 2Night Only Tour
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Hunxho - 2Night Only Tour

Thu, Nov 12 β€’ 6:00 PM CST

Doors: 6 PM Show: 7 PM This show is all ages. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general admission tickets and email us at [email protected] Fo...

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Boots 'N Beats - A Night of Country & EDM
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Fri, Nov 13 β€’ 8:00 PM CST

Doors: 8 PM Show: 9 PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. Under 18s can attend with a parent or legal guardian. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general ...

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Sat, Nov 14 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

Doors: 7:00 PM Show: 7:30 PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. Under 18s can attend with a parent or legal guardian. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase ge...

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Front & Center - Local MN Artist Showcase
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Front & Center - Local MN Artist Showcase

Wed, Nov 18 β€’ 6:00 PM CST

Doors: 6:00 PM Show: 6:30 PM This show is 15+ with valid ID. Under 15s can attend with a parent or legal guardian. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase ge...

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Dax - The Anger Management Tour
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Dax - The Anger Management Tour

Thu, Nov 19 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

Doors: 7 PM Show: 8 PM This show is 15+ with valid ID. Under 15s can attend with a parent or legal guardian. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general ...

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Giant Rooks
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Fri, Nov 20 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

Doors: 7 PM Show: 8 PM This show is all ages. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general admission tickets and email us at [email protected] Fo...

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Russian Circles
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Sat, Nov 21 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

Doors: 7 PM Show: 8 PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. Under 18s can attend with a parent or legal guardian. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general ...

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Matt Hansen - The Orchid Tour
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Matt Hansen - The Orchid Tour

Sun, Nov 22 β€’ 6:00 PM CST

Doors: 6 PM Show: 7 PM This show is all ages. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general admission tickets and email us at [email protected] Fo...

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Insomnium & Amorphis
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Tue, Nov 24 β€’ 6:30 PM CST

Doors: 6:30 PM Show: 7:30 PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. Under 18s can attend with a parent or legal guardian. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase ge...

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bleood - Kill Your Idols Tour
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Fri, Nov 27 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

Doors: 7 PM Show: 8 PM This show is all ages. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general admission tickets and email us at [email protected] Fo...

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Gimme Gimme Disco
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Sat, Nov 28 β€’ 8:00 PM CST

Doors: 8:00 PM Show: 8:30 PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general admission tickets and email us at varsityinfo@li...

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Rhye: Joy Tour
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Rhye: Joy Tour

Fri, Dec 4 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

Doors: 7 PM Show: 8 PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. Under 18s can attend with a parent or legal guardian. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general ...

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Criminal Presents: Don't Worry with Phoebe Judge
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Criminal Presents: Don't Worry with Phoebe Judge

Thu, Dec 10 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

Doors: 7 PM Show: 8 PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. Under 18s can attend with a parent or legal guardian. All support acts are subject to change. For more information visit WWW.VARSITYTHEATER.COM

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House of Heavy
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Fri, Dec 11 β€’ 8:00 PM CST

Doors: 8:00 PM Show: 8:30 PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. Under 18s can attend with a parent or legal guardian. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase ge...

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R&B ONLY LIVE - Minneapolis, MN
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Fri, Dec 18 β€’ 8:00 PM CST
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Fri, Dec 18 β€’ 8:00 PM CST
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DJ Meredith Marks - YOU. CAN. DANCE. Tour
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Sat, Dec 19 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

Doors: 7 PM Show: 8 PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. Under 18s can attend with a parent or legal guardian. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general ...

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ReventΓ³n NYE 2027 with Cristian Baca
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Thu, Dec 31 β€’ 9:00 PM CST

Doors: 9 PM Show: 9 PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general admission tickets and email us at varsityinfo@livenati...

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Laura Clery's Happy Ending Tour
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Laura Clery's Happy Ending Tour

Fri, Jan 15 β€’ 6:00 PM CST

Doors: 6 PM Show: 7 PM This show is all ages. All support acts are subject to change. For more information visit WWW.VARSITYTHEATER.COM

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Know Good - Against All Odds Tour
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Sat, Jan 16 β€’ 8:30 PM CST

Doors: 8:30 PM Show: 9:00 PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. Under 18s can attend with a parent or legal guardian. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase ge...

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Sat, Jan 23 β€’ 7:30 PM CST

Doors: 7:30PM Show: 8:30PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. Under 18s can attend with a parent or legal guardian. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase gene...

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Rosebud Baker: Paper Bag Princess Tour
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Fri, Jan 29 β€’ 6:30 PM CST

Doors: 6:30 PM Show: 7:30 PM This show is all ages. All support acts are subject to change. For more information visit WWW.VARSITYTHEATER.COM

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The Taylor Party: The Ts Dance Party - 18+
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The Taylor Party: The Ts Dance Party - 18+

Sat, Jan 30 β€’ 8:00 PM CST

Doors: 8 PM Show: 9 PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general admission tickets and email us at varsityinfo@livenati...

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EFFIN - Heartbeats Tour
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Thu, Feb 4 β€’ 8:00 PM CST

Doors: 8:00PM Show: 8:30PM This show is 18+ with valid ID. Under 18s can attend with a parent or legal guardian. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase gene...

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Corey Kent's Heartland Rock and Roll Tour 2027
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Corey Kent's Heartland Rock and Roll Tour 2027

Fri, Feb 5 β€’ 7:00 PM CST

Doors: 7 PM Show: 8 PM This show is 15+ with valid ID. Under 15s can attend with a parent or legal guardian. All support acts are subject to change. For ADA seating inquiries, please purchase general ...

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