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We're the best source for Pabst Theater tickets. Order online today for mobile ticket delivery. The Pabst Theater is part of a great group of Milwaukee venues, including the Riverside Theatre and Turner Hall. The 2025 summer concert season is about to begin, and the venue is packed with great performers.

Pabst Theater 2026 Shows

The Pabst Theater hosts events year-round — there's no off-season for this iconic indoor venue. Whether it's music, comedy, or spoken word, the current schedule continues to evolve. Be sure to check back for newly announced performers.

• Shane Smith - Feb. 15
• Chelsea Handler - Feb. 20
• Bridget Everett - March 3
• Kathy Griffin - March 6
• Gaelic Storm - March 9
• Gary Numan - March 30
• Path Metheny - April 12
• UB40 - October 7

Pabst Theater Ticket Info & FAQ

How much do Pabst Theater Tickets cost?

Prices for Pabst Theater tickets vary by event, seat location, and demand. When you click on a specific event, you'll see a range of ticket prices. Ticket King backs all ticket orders with our guarantee.

What are the best seats at the Pabst Theater?

There are great views of the stage from nearly every section. Check the venue map on each event page for available seating options, including orchestra, mezzanine, and balcony levels.

Where is the Pabst Theater located?

Milwaukee's Pabst Theater is located at 144 E Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53202.

Pabst Theater History

The Pabst Theater occupies a prominent spot in Milwaukee’s downtown theater district and Wisconsin’s cultural history. Built in 1895, it is the fourth-oldest continuously operating theater in the country and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1991.

The original building, known as the Stadt Theater, burned down in 1890. Captain Frederick Pabst, owner of Pabst Brewing Company, purchased the site and rebuilt the theater with state-of-the-art fireproofing. Architect Otto Strack modeled it after European opera houses, incorporating innovations such as all-electric lighting, early air conditioning, and one of the first fire curtains.

The Pabst Theater originally hosted German-language performances, but shifted to English-language productions and other civic events by the 1920s. As movies grew in popularity, the theaterchangeds to support film screenings and variety shows, welcoming legendary names like Liberace, Louis Armstrong, and Liza Minnelli over the years.

In 1972, the Pabst was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Renovations followed, including seating upgrades and restoration of architectural details. In 2002, philanthropist Michael Cudahy stepped in to support the theater’s preservation and programming.

Today, the Pabst seats 1,279 guests and hosts more than 100 events each year, including concerts, comedy, dance, and theatrical productions. Notable features include a 2-ton Austrian crystal chandelier, a Carrara marble staircase, and a gold-leaf proscenium arch. The venue is home to Milwaukee’s production of “A Christmas Carol” and the Hal Leonard Jazz Series.