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Imperial Theatre in Augusta: Tickets, Parking and Visit Planning

Imperial Theatre is a historic performing-arts venue on Broad Street in downtown Augusta. Use this guide to plan ticket purchases, parking and a show-night visit.

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By Patrick Donnelly

Imperial Theatre is a performing-arts venue in downtown Augusta, Georgia, presenting everything from ballet and Broadway shows to concerts. The theatre is about a 10-minute drive from Budget Inn Express, so you can plan a performance into your Augusta visit. Budget Inn rooms offer a place to stay after a show.

  • Location: Broad Street in downtown Augusta.
  • Performance types: Ballet, Broadway plays and musicals, and concerts.
  • Box office: Regular hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where is Imperial Theatre in downtown Augusta?

Where is Imperial Theatre in downtown Augusta?

Imperial Theatre sits on Broad Street in downtown Augusta, within a historic district setting. The venue was established in 1918 and is listed on the National Register as important to the character of the Broad Street Historical District.

The address is given as 745–749 Broad Street, Augusta, Georgia, 30901.

How do you choose a performance and buy Imperial Theatre tickets?

How do you choose a performance and buy Imperial Theatre tickets?

The programme includes ballet, Broadway plays and musicals, and concerts by local and international artists. Check the theatre’s listings for current performances and select a show that fits your plans.

Opening hours

  • Tuesday to Friday: 10 AM–4 PM
  • Monday, Saturday and Sunday: closed

Last checked November 2026. Hours can change on holidays and for special events.

You can buy tickets online through the theatre’s website, in person at the box office, or by calling (706) 722-8341. The theatre advises buying only through imperialtheatre.com, its Ticketsage ticketing page, or the box office.

Ticket sales are final, with no refunds or exchanges. A $4 restoration fee applies per ticket, and orders processed at the box office or online carry a $3 order fee.

Where can you park, and how do you get to the entrance?

Where can you park, and how do you get to the entrance?

Imperial Theatre does not own or operate parking facilities. Public parking lots surround the venue, and parking usually costs $4 to $10, according to its Policies and Information page.

Once you’ve parked, head to the theatre entrance on Broad Street. The venue is partially accessible, as reported by Visit Augusta; contact the theatre directly if you need details for a particular visit.

What should you know about show-night timing?

What should you know about show-night timing?

The box office’s regular hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Will Call opens two hours before live events and one hour before films. If you’re collecting held tickets, bring valid photo identification and your order number.

Box-office hours and event arrangements can change, so check the official site before you go. For group tours, the theatre asks visitors to schedule in advance by calling the box office; tours are free.

What can you pair with a performance downtown?

Several cultural stops sit within a block or two of Imperial Theatre: the historic Cotton Exchange, Morris Museum of Art, Augusta Museum of History, Woodrow Wilson House and Miller Theater. Augusta’s River Walk is also nearby.

If you’re planning more time in the area, a one-day downtown Augusta route can help you connect stops around the city.

FAQs

What is Imperial Theatre known for?

The downtown Augusta venue presents ballet, Broadway plays and musicals, and concerts by local and international artists. It was established in 1918.

How can you buy tickets?

Tickets are available online through the theatre, in person at the box office, or by calling (706) 722-8341. The theatre recommends using only its own website, Ticketsage page or box office.

Does Imperial Theatre have its own parking?

No. The theatre does not own or operate parking facilities, but public lots surround it.

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