Pabst Theater, Milwaukee

Name: Pabst Theater
Address: Milwaukee, United States
Telephone: +1 414-286-3663

#23 among attractions in Milwaukee

Theater, Concerts and shows, Music venue, Concert hall

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Facts and practical information

The Pabst Theater is an indoor performance and concert venue and landmark of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States. Colloquially known as "the Pabst", the theater hosts about 100 events per year. Built in 1895, it is the fourth-oldest continuously operating theater in the United States, and has presented such notables as pianist Sergei Rachmaninoff, actor Laurence Olivier, and ballerina Anna Pavlova, as well as various current big-name musical acts. ()

Opened: 9 November 1895 (129 years ago)Capacity: 1339Coordinates: 43°2'28"N, 87°54'37"W

Address

Downtown Milwaukee (Juneau Town)Milwaukee United States

Contact

+1 414-286-3663

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Day trips

Pabst Theater – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Milwaukee Public Market, BMO Harris Bradley Center, The Shops of Grand Avenue, UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena.

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Shopping, Flea market, Market
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Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
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~1440 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Shops of Grand Avenue, Milwaukee
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~1790 ftW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena, Milwaukee
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~1650 ftNW
Music venue
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~1800 ftE
Church, Neo-baroque architecture
Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, Milwaukee
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Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
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~1470 ftE
Park, Sacred and religious sites, Playground
Cathedral Square Park, Milwaukee
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Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Miller High Life Theatre, Milwaukee
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Historic city hall built in 19th century
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Harbor, Boat tours, Outdoor activities
Milwaukee Riverwalk, Milwaukee
5 min walk • The Milwaukee Riverwalk is a continuous pedestrian walkway along the Milwaukee River in downtown Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Pabst Theater open?

Pabst Theater is open:

Monday 12 pm - 6:30 pm
Tuesday 12 pm - 6:30 pm
Wednesday 12 pm - 6:30 pm
Thursday 12 pm - 6:30 pm
Friday 12 pm - 6:30 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Pabst Theater?

Nearby attractions include Milwaukee City Christmas Tree, Milwaukee (2 min walk), Milwaukee Repertory Theater, Milwaukee (2 min walk), Milwaukee City Hall, Milwaukee (2 min walk), Bronze Fonz, Milwaukee (2 min walk).

How to get to Pabst Theater by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pabst Theater:

Tram

City Hall • Lines: M (4 min walk)
Wisconsin Avenue • Lines: M (7 min walk)

Bus

FlixBus Milwaukee • Lines: 2511 (11 min walk)
Milwaukee Greyhound Station (16 min walk)

Train

Milwaukee (15 min walk)