The Warfield
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With The Warfield tickets in hand, you're right in the middle of San Francisco’s cultural history. With The Warfield's opulent, vintage interior and intimate acoustics, this venue offers a concert experience that feels simultaneously grand and intimately personal.
Its central location near the Tenderloin District and its rich atmosphere and timeless character make The Warfield a uniquely memorable place to see live music or comedy in the city.
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The Warfield Policies
Once you've secured your The Warfield tickets, familiarize yourself with The Warfield's policies for a hassle-free, worry-free evening.
- Re-Entry & Smoking: Re-entry isn't permitted unless you leave for the smoking section. No smoking is allowed inside, but a designated smoking area is available outside The Warfield on Market Street.
- Payment Options: Cash, Visa, MasterCard, and American Express are accepted at the box office and at all food and beverage vendors.
- Prohibited Items: Outside food and drinks, weapons, and audio and video equipment are not permitted.
- Age Restrictions: All attendees must be at least 6 years old, and some events may have their own specific age restrictions.
Always check the official The Warfield’s policies before your event for the most up-to-date information, including bag policies.
Discover Other Venues in the Area
The Warfield's location is steeped in cultural history, sitting at the crossroads of San Francisco’s Tenderloin and Mid-Market neighborhoods, surrounded by a vibrant arts scene featuring street murals and underground galleries.
- Cow Palace: A historic indoor arena just south of San Francisco, the Cow Palace hosts everything from concerts and rodeos to political conventions and sporting events.
- Frost Amphitheater: Located on the Stanford University campus, Frost Amphitheater is a scenic, open-air venue known for its relaxed atmosphere and diverse lineup.
The Warfield Parking and Directions
The Warfield sits just off Market Street, a dozen blocks from the financial district and the waterfront, making it easy to get to regardless of whether you take public transit, rideshare, or your own vehicle.
Public Transportation: The Powell Street Station is just a four-minute walk away, with BART’s Blue, Yellow, and Green lines connecting The Warfield to the wider Bay Area. Municipal bus lines, including the 5, 7, 9, 14, and 38, as well as the Powell Street cable car, are also just a short walk away.
Driving: Whether you're coming from the Bay Bridge, the South Bay, or the Golden State Bridge, you'll find limited street parking available, plus multiple parking lots. For directions, navigate to 982 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94102.
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Food & Drink at The Warfield
There are dozens of nearby restaurants, from Southern comfort food to international cuisine like Japanese or Thai.1 Inside The Warfield, you'll find a hot food counter offering foods like sandwiches (e.g., pulled pork BBQ sandwiches) and hot dogs.
The Warfield also has numerous bars in the general admission area and the balcony, plus seat service if you want your drinks delivered to you during the event.
About The Warfield
The Warfield opened in 1922 as a vaudeville theater, part of the Golden State Theatre chain, and quickly became a fixture of San Francisco’s entertainment scene.2 Architecturally, it features an ornate interior with marble columns, a grand staircase, and a hand-painted mural by Albert Herter, offering a blend of Beaux-Arts and classic movie palace design.
In 1979, the venue transitioned into a concert hall with a landmark performance by Bob Dylan, who played a 14-show residency.3 Over the decades, it has hosted icons such as Prince, David Bowie, and The Grateful Dead, the latter of whom recorded live albums Reckoning and Dead Set at the venue.4