When you're ready for a night at the theater together, either on a date or with friends, you need to be prepared. You can experience Broadway in Orlando and many other amazing shows at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Orlando. Talk about an awesome date night! Before you head out the door, tickets in hand, get our expert tips.
This blog post will cover what you need to know before going to a show at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
Updated October 2023 by Dani Meyering
Insider tips for attending a show:
- Make dinner plans well in advance
- Plan your parking ahead of time
- Make sure you've got your tickets ready
- Arrive 45 minutes before showtime
- Budget $40 – $50 if you plan to purchase snacks and drinks at the theater
- Bring a jacket or sweater
- Consider drinks or dessert after the show
Here's the essential info you'll find below…
- Parking Near Dr. Phillips Center
- Inside the Theaters
- Dr. Phillips Center Food and Beverage
- Restaurants Near Dr. Phillips Center
Where is the Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center Located?
Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts
445 S. Magnolia Avenue
Orlando, FL 32801
The Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center is located in the heart of downtown Orlando, directly across from City Hall. The central plaza faces Orange Avenue, flanked by the Grand Bohemian Hotel on one side, and Lake Lucerne on the other.
You'll immediately see why it is a beloved venue.
It's easily accessible from both I-4 and the 408, and located within walking distance of several downtown bars and restaurants. The remarkable architecture of DPAC makes it an icon within Downtown Orlando.
Parking Options for Dr. Phillips Center
Before your date night at DPAC, be sure to read over the Parking and Transportation Options.
The Dr. Phillips Performing Arts Center offers event parking at the City Commons Parking Garage and, for select shows, the Seaside Plaza Parking Garage. Curbside valet parking services are also available on Magnolia Avenue. Parking can be reserved online alongside theater tickets, or purchased separately up to 24 hours in advance through the Bill and Mary Darden Box Office. Same-day parking is also available at a slightly higher rate. Explore Parking & Transportation for maps, walking paths, and alternative transportation options.
- The City Commons Parking Garage is located at 460 Boone Avenue, with sky bridge access to CNL Center and out to Orange Avenue. Accessible parking is available at this garage.
Rate: $13 in advance / $15 day of show - The Seaside Plaza Parking Garage is located at 77 E Jackson Street, and is exclusively available for Broadway season shows and other select shows in the Walt Disney Theater.
Rate: $12 in advance / $15 day of show - Valet drop off is located directly in front of Dr. Phillips Center on Magnolia Avenue. Enter via South Street.
Rates: $33 in advance / $38 day of show for premium valet, $24 in advance / $27 day of show for standard valet, $12 in advance / $14 day of show for standard accessibility valet.