The Midland Theatre

Before seeing your first performance at The Midland Theatre, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the venue’s policies.

• Re-Entry & Smoking: Re-entry is permitted with a valid ticket and the appropriate stamp or wristband. Smoking and vaping are not permitted in the theater. There is a designated smoking area on 13th Street, just outside of the theater.
• Payment Options: The Midland Theatre is a cashless venue. The theater accepts major credit and debit cards and digital payment methods.
• Prohibited Items: Laser pointers, tablets and computers, professional cameras and GoPro cameras, and noise-making devices of any kind are not permitted in the theater. Refer to the policy page for a complete list of prohibited items.
• Age Restrictions: Most events are all ages, though some may have age restrictions. Check the ticket listing on AXS to learn about any applicable age restrictions.

For the most up-to-date guidance and information on regulations (including bag policies), check the official Midland Theatre policy page.

The Midland Theatre is located in the heart of downtown Kansas City, with a variety of other unique venues nearby.

• Kansas City Live!: KC Live! is the largest rentable venue in Kansas City. The venue has 13 separate entertainment venues, one large central stage, and a total capacity of 8,000 people. It hosts music concerts, live fights, and other events.³
• The Truman: Built in the 1930s, The Truman is a unique venue that hosts private events, concerts, and other live events. The venue has a capacity of 1,000 people.⁴
• T-Mobile Center: One of Kansas City’s premier venues, the T-Mobile Center hosts sporting events, private events, and concerts by major artists, with a capacity of 18,500 people.⁵

Located in the heart of downtown Kansas City, The Midland Theatre is easy to reach by car or public transportation.

Public Transportation: Multiple public transportation options are available for those who prefer not to drive to The Midland Theatre. Several RideKC bus lines have stops close to the theater. The KC Streetcar also services The Midland Theatre, with a stop at 12th & Main. The streetcar is free to ride, and parking is available at Union Station and the City Market.⁶

Driving: The Midland Theatre is located at 1228 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64105. The venue offers prepaid parking for most shows, with an underground parking lot beneath the nearby H&R Block building, half a block south of The Midland Theatre.⁸ Other parking options are also available nearby.

• Towne Park Garage Parking: 1301 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64105
• Parking Garage: 1213 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64105

Outside food and drink are not available at The Midland Theatre, and no food or drinks are available for purchase at the theater. However, there are plenty of nearby restaurants where you can grab a bite before or after the concert.⁷

The Midland Theatre opened in 1927 as a film theatre. On the grand opening day, every one of the 4,000 seats was sold, as patrons enjoyed the premier feature, a silent film called The Road to Romance. At the time, it was one of the largest theaters in the United States.¹

The Midland Theatre primarily operated as a movie theater for decades, while undergoing several ownership and operational changes. In 1981, the venue was renovated and began to host live performances. In 2006, the theater underwent another major renovation and reopened two years later with a refreshed interior and exterior.¹