Visitor Info

  • Building Hours

    Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
    Sat-Sun: 10am-5pm

    Use the Sweetbay Entrance during these hours:

    Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm

    Use the Theatre Entrance during these hours:

    Mon-Fri: 5pm-9pm
    Sat: 9am-9pm
    Sun: 10am-5pm

  • Box Office Hours

    Monday through Friday: 9am – 9pm except during showtimes
    Saturday: 10am – 5pm

    The ArtsCenter is closed for the following Holidays: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day & the day after, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. If a holiday falls on a Saturday, we observe it the previous Friday. If it falls on a Sunday, we observe it the following Monday.

    Tickets to performances and classes are available at the Box Office during Box Office hours in person or by phone: 984-500-4500, extension 0. Tickets to performances, classes and camp registration are available online any time. (Sales tax and a handling fee are assessed per ticket; these fees are the same regardless of purchase method.)

    Student and Senior (62+) pricing are available for select events, but these tickets must be purchased in person at the Box Office with appropriate ID.

    Click here for full Terms & Conditions

  • Ceramics Open Studio Hours

    June 2024 – July 2024
    Mon: No open studio
    Tues: 1pm-6pm
    Wed: No open studio
    Thu: 1pm-9pm
    Fri: 4pm-9pm
    Sat: 1pm-7pm
    Sun: 1pm-9pm

  • Parking Info

    We have plenty of parking at our new facility at 400 Roberson Street in Carrboro. If our lots happen to fill up, the parking deck at 300 East Main Street is just a block away. This deck is free with unlimited time restrictions on weeknights after 5:30pm and all day on the weekends. Monday through Friday the deck, while still free, is restricted to 3 hour limits between the hours of 8am – 5:30pm.

    Click here for a map of public parking in Carrboro

  • Accessibility + Wheelchair Access

    The ArtsCenter is committed to embracing the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1974 in order to make access and inclusion in the arts an everyday practice in our facility. Our ADA parking can be found of the back of our building. Immediately in front of our theater entrance is a van accessible parking spot. Just beyond the theater entrance are multiple ADA spots directly in front of our ceramics studio. Most of our studios are accessible. Upon request, The ArtsCenter will provide accommodation towards individuals with disabilities, ensuring an optimal experience for all visitors. Please call in advance so we can better serve you. 919-929-2787.

  • Bike Trails & Locks

    We are thrilled to support our cycling community and provide convenient bike-friendly amenities for our visitors.

    Access via the Libba Cotten Bikeway: Our home is conveniently situated adjacent to the Roberson entrance of the Libba Cotten Bikeway.

    Bike Racks at Sweet Bay Entrance:
    Secure your bicycle at our bike racks located by the Sweet Bay Entrance.

    E-Bike Charging:
    We also cater to e-bike riders with external outlets available for charging your electric bikes.

    Safety and Security:
    While we provide these facilities for your convenience, please remember to bring your own locks, and ensure that your bike is secured at all times. The ArtsCenter is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged bicycles.

    Explore Carrboro on Two Wheels: Our location in the heart of Carrboro makes it easy for you to explore the town’s vibrant community, shops, and eateries – all within a short bike ride.

  • Accommodations

    Whether you’re visiting for a day or staying longer to explore the arts and culture of our vibrant community, you’ll find a variety of comfortable and convenient accommodation options near The ArtsCenter.
    Here’s a brief guide to some nearby hotels:

    • Hampton Inn & Suites Chapel Hill-Carrboro/Downtown Distance: 0.2 miles
    • AC Hotel by Marriott Chapel Hill Downtown Distance: 0.8 miles
    • Graduate Chapel Hill Distance: 0.7 miles
    • The Carolina Inn Distance: 1.2 miles
    • Chapel Hill InnTown Distance: 1.9 miles