The majority of events at The Cary Theater will be General Admission, however, some events will have reserved seating.
GETTING HERE
The Cary is located at 122 E. Chatham St. in Cary, near the intersection of Academy and Chatham streets. Get directions.
PARKING
A limited number of parking spaces are available behind the theater. There are also on-street parking spaces and parking lots near the theater. Use the map to view parking options.
GoCary
Take advantage of the free GoCary bus service to easily reach The Cary Theater! All GoCary routes conveniently connect at the Cary Depot, just a short stroll away. Routes 1, 5, 6, and the Downtown Loop serve stops on Academy St. and Chatham St. Our buses are air-conditioned, ADA-accessible, and are equipped with bike racks. Plan your trip and track you bus in real-time with the free GoCary App.
Driving in? Park for free in the Town Hall parking deck and hop on the FREE Downtown Loop shuttle to arrive at The Cary Theater.
ACCESSIBILITY
The Cary Theater is committed to making its programs and the facility accessible to people of all abilities. If you need special accommodations, please contact the Box Office at (919) 462-2055.
Access:
The Cary has a Main Level and an Upper Lobby Level. All levels are accessible by elevator. Rooms on all levels, including the theater, are also accessible to patrons who use wheelchairs. Our facility also features ADA-approved signage, and handrails.
Drop off & Parking:
Patrons with limited mobility may be dropped off in the Parking Lot between The Cary and Johnson’s Jewelers, located on the east side of the building. Handicapped parking is located in this lot.
Restrooms:
Wheelchair-accessible restrooms and water fountains are located on the main level of The Cary.
Theater Seating:
The Cary offers accessible seating in the orchestra and balcony sections of the theater. In addition, there are seating options for guests with visual, hearing and mobility needs. If you need assistance purchasing tickets or have questions about our ADA seating, please contact the Box Office at 919-462-2055.
Hearing Devices:
Our theater features an assisted listening system. Receivers with either headphones or hearing aid compatible induction loops amplify the sound from the stage and may be used from any seat. Please see the House Manager in the lobby before the performance with a photo ID to check out a free receiver (subject to availability).
Sign Language Interpretation:
The Cary can provide sign language interpretation for guests with hearing disabilities. We ask that requests for this service be made 30 days prior to the event. Requests should be directed to the Program Specialist – Audience Development, Jon Naylor.
Audio Described Performances:
Audio Description services are provided upon request. Please contact us no later than two months prior to the performance for more information and performance options. Requests should be directed to the Program Specialist – Audience Development, Jon Naylor.
Service Animals:
Service animals are welcome inside The Cary and must remain on a leash or in a harness at all times. If you intend to bring a service animal to an event, please notify your ticket representative at the time of purchase so that an aisle seat may be reserved for you.
THEATER DOORS
Theater doors typically open one half-hour prior to show time. Re-entry is allowed for events as long as the patron has his/her original ticket.
PATRON / GUEST SERVICES
Guest Services is handled by our Front Desk Staff at the The Cary, located in the lobby as you walk through the front door.
CONCESSIONS
Concessions for events at The Cary are provided by our partner coffee shop, Brew Coffee Bar at The Cary Theater. Their menu includes a wide selection of coffee and tea, hot chocolate, sandwiches and breakfast treats. And, for events at The Cary – butter popcorn, kettle corn, movie candy soft drinks. Beer and wine are also available. Outside food and drinks are not permitted.
ATM
There are no ATMs located inside the The Cary. There are two ATMs withing walking distance. One is at the corner of Harrison Avenue and Chatham Streets at Fidelity Bank. Another ATM is located on the Town of Cary Campus at 228 Ambassador Loop, near the Page-Walker Art & History Center. ATM locations are noted on the parking map above.
RESTROOMS
Restrooms are located inside the venue on the first level behind the elevator. Restrooms are accessible for our guests with disabilities.
LOST & FOUND ITEMS
Lost and Found items are kept for 30 days. Please call (919) 462-2051 for details regarding lost items. Patrons who find items during an event are asked to drop the item off at the front desk.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
• Weapons of any kind
• Pets of any kind (unless it is a service animal)
DINING IN DOWNTOWN CARY
Grabbing a bite before or after the show? Try one of these Downtown Cary Restaurants.
ACADEMY STREET BISTRO American, with TVs for sports viewing. Family-friendly.
ANNELORE’S BAKERY Authentic German bakery.
BIG DOM’S BAGEL SHOP Gourmet Bagels
BOND BROTHERS Brewery and tap room with large patio.
BOSPHORUS RESTAURANT Turkish dining.
BREW Coffee and more in The Cary Theater lobby.
CHATHAM STREET WINE MARKET Boutique wine shop and tastings bar.
CHATHAM HILL WINERY Urban winery and tastings room.
CROSSTOWN PUB Neighborhood pub feel with pub fare including fish & chips, burgers, and local beers.
DI FARA PIZZA TAVERN Labeled the best pizzeria in New York City. Di Fara is proud to bring their family-owned business to Downtown Cary.
EL AMIGO MEXICAN RESTAURANT Tasty tamales, shrimp tacos and asado. Choose between indoor and outdoor seating.
ESTEAMED COFFEE Building esteem and employment for adults with differing abilities.
parlor making and serving ice cream treats using milk from free-range hormone-free cows.
FRESH Ice Cream parlor making and serving ice cream treats using milk from free-range hormone-free cows.
GELUNA GELATO Gelato made the artisanal Italian way. Modern flavors, local ingredients.
HANK’S DOWNTOWN DIVE A Neighborhood bohemian dive in Downtown Cary. Menus change with the season.
KABABISH Pakistani and Indian dishes.
KOFFEE KAFE Coffee and snacks at the Amtrak train station. Open mornings.
LA FARM BAKERY Authentic French bakery in the heart of Cary.
THE MATTHEWS HOUSE Gourmet dining and events in historic Greek Revival mansion.
MAXIMILLIAN’S GRILL Full menu dining, wine selection, bar, pizza, sandwiches, live entertainment.
ONCE IN A BLUE MOON Bakery and cafe.
PECK & PLUME at the MAYTON INN This elegant dining room in Downtown Cary’s boutique hotel offers casual Southern fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner plus cocktails.
PHARMACY BOTTLE SHOP Popular taproom and bottle shop.
PIZZERIA FAULISI All pizzas are made-to-order in their wood-fired oven.
PRO’S EPICUREAN One part cafe, one part gourmet market featuring authentic Italian/French/European cuisine.
SCRATCH KITCHEN & TAPROOM Burgers, mac ‘n cheese, sandwiches, salads, and more.
SERENDIPITY GOURMET DELI Sandwiches and sides.
TAIPEI 101 Authentic Chinese Cuisine
UPPER DECK Sports Bar & Pub.
WOODY’S SPORTS TAVERN & GRILL American fare, bar, patio, catering.
