Carolina Theatre - Durham

📍 309 W Morgan St, Durham, NCView on map →

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🏟️ Venue Guide

🕐 Box Office Hours

In Advance : Weekdays 11:00am - 6:00pm Day of Event : One hour prior to showtime

📞 Phone

Venue Information: 919-560-3040 Box office number: 919-560-3030

💳 Accepted Payment

Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express

🎫 Will Call

Location : Main Box Office is to the right of main theatre entrance, facing plaza. Opens : One hour before the event Please bring picture I.D.,the actual credit card used when purchasing the tickets,and confirmation number.

🅿️ Parking

Location : Street parking along Morgan St. or nearby; Durham Centre garage directly across Morgan St. from the theatre; additional decks nearby at 326 East Chapel Hill Street, directly in front of the post office, and at the 101 East Corcoran Street. Specific location for Accessible Parking : Two spaces on Morgan St. along plaza in front of theatre; additional accessible parking available across the street in Durham Centre garage. Charge for Parking (per vehicle) : Free (on street, after 6 pm or on weekends) or $3 per vehicle (in Durham Centre garage, after 6 pm or on weekends).

♿ Accessibility

This venue is accessible.

📋 General Rules

Items NOT allowed : Cameras (still or video) and sound recording devices, unless authorized by the artist/promoter for a specific event; outside food or drink; firearms Smoking is NOT permitted anywhere in the building, but ashtrays are available on the plaza in front of the theatre.

👶 Child Policy

Age limit to enter : None, unless specified for event. Children under 2 admitted free for "lap seating" ONLY unless otherwise specified for event. ALL OTHERS must have a ticket.

💡 Guru Tips

Insider tips to make the most of your experience at Carolina Theatre - Durham

🅿️ Parking Guru Tip

Carolina Theatre - Durham has structured parking — arrive 45+ minutes early for the closest spots. Check for pre-paid parking options to skip the line.

💰 Free Parking

Good news — this venue offers free parking. Still arrive early for the best spots near the entrance.

🎫 Will Call Tip

Will call lines can get long close to showtime. Pick up your tickets early if the box office opens before doors — or go mobile tickets to skip the line entirely.

💵 Bring Cash

This venue accepts cash — handy for merch tables and food vendors where card-only lines are shorter. Keep small bills.

🎭 Theater Tip

Center orchestra or front mezzanine are your best bets. Avoid extreme sides — you'll miss staging and expressions. Most theaters don't allow late seating, so arrive on time.

♿ Accessibility Guru Tip

Accessible seating is available — book early for the best options. Call the box office directly for companion seating or specific accommodation needs. They're usually more helpful than the website.

📸 Camera Policy

Cameras may be restricted — professional/DSLR cameras are usually banned but phone cameras are always fine. Check before bringing gear.

👨‍👩‍👧 Bringing Kids?

This venue has a child policy — check age requirements before buying. Pro tip: aisle seats are a lifesaver with little ones for quick bathroom and snack runs.

🚕 Rideshare Tip

Set your pickup spot a block or two away from the main exit — everyone else is fighting for rides right at the door. You'll get matched faster and pay less surge.