a modern marvel in Millennium Park
The Harris Theater is located in the cultural heart of downtown Chicago, against the spectacular backdrop of Millennium Park—the top tourist attraction in the Midwest. As the home venue of nearly 30 of Chicago’s not-for-profit arts organizations and a presenter of great artists from around the world, the Harris Theater boasts some of the most diverse offerings of any multi-use venue in downtown Chicago.
Overview
The Harris Theater was the first multi-use performing arts venue to be built in the downtown Chicago area after 1929, named for its primary benefactors Joan and Irving Harris. The theater, which is largely underground due to Grant Park-related height restrictions, serves as Millennium Park’s indoor performing venue, complementing the outdoor Jay Pritzker Pavilion.
Today, the nonprofit theater features the most diverse selections of performances of any venue in Chicago, hosting the city’s most acclaimed music and dance institutions as well as world-renowned national and international artists. The Harris Theater’s original group of 12 resident companies has grown to include 30 unique non-profit organizations, making it home to Chicago’s most vibrant arts community.
Getting There
Located at 205 E. Randolph Street along the northern edge of Millennium Park, the Harris Theater is easily accessible by multiple transportation options in the heart of downtown Chicago. The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) train stations close to the Harris Theater include the Red Line Washington Street station and Lake Street station, the Brown/Green/Orange/Purple Line trains’ Washington/Wabash station and State/Lake station. After exiting any of these stations, walk east on Randolph Street to the Theater.
The venue is within walking distance of major hotels, restaurants, and attractions throughout the Loop and Michigan Avenue. We strongly encourage you to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to curtain to allow time for parking your vehicle, scanning your tickets, and finding your seat.
Parking
Parking on the North end of the garage offers the most convenient access to the Theater. Once parked, please take the parking garage elevators to the street level (Level 7) of the garage, exit, and take a left on Randolph to enter through our Upper Randolph doors at 205 E. Randolph.
With validation, parking in the Millennium Park Garage is $20 for up to six (6) hours, providing ample time for dinner and the performance. Alternative parking is available at Grant Park North Garage and Monroe Street Garage.
Dining
The Loop and Millennium Park area offer Chicago’s finest dining experiences within easy walking distance of the Harris Theater. From casual pre-show bites to sophisticated dining experiences, the area features exceptional culinary options that complement the venue’s world-class performances.
Popular dining destinations include restaurants along Michigan Avenue and Randolph Street’s restaurant row. Many venues offer pre-theater menus and timing designed for Harris Theater patrons, and the pedestrian-friendly area makes it easy to enjoy dinner and walk through beautiful Millennium Park to reach the theater.
