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Emerson Colonial Theatre Events & Tickets

Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston, MA has 94 upcoming events: 7 concerts, 2 comedy shows, 66 theatre shows, 14 arts events, and 5 experiences. Browse the full calendar below, with dates, times and official ticket links.
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About Emerson Colonial Theatre

The Colonial Theatre in Boston, Massachusetts, opened in 1900, is the oldest continually-operating theatre in the city. It is located at 106 Boylston Street on Boston Common at the former site of the Boston Public Library's central branch. It is a pending Boston Landmark.

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Getting there

🚉 Public transport

  • CopleyLight rail200 m · 3 min walk
  • Back Bay StationMetro station240 m · 4 min walk
  • ArlingtonLight rail410 m · 7 min walk
  • PrudentialLight rail660 m · 11 min walk
  • Tufts Medical CenterMetro station940 m · 15 min walk
  • BoylstonMetro station970 m · 16 min walk

🅿️ Parking

  • Back Bay GarageUnderground car park110 m · 2 min walk
  • 100 Clarendon Street GarageMulti-storey car park170 m · 3 min walk
  • Dartmouth Street GarageUnderground car park340 m · 5 min walk
  • Prudential Center Garage (P4, P5)Underground car park360 m · 6 min walk

Distances are measured in a straight line from the venue; walking times are estimates. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

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🍽️ Eat & drink nearby

  • Tatte CoffeeCafé · coffee shop80 m · 1 min walk
  • OAK Long Bar + KitchenRestaurant120 m · 2 min walk
  • Bon MeRestaurant · asian130 m · 2 min walk
  • The Banks Seafood and SteakRestaurant · seafood130 m · 2 min walk
  • Yamato IIRestaurant · japanese130 m · 2 min walk
  • StarbucksCafé · coffee shop150 m · 2 min walk
  • L.A. Burdick ChocolatesCafé · chocolate170 m · 3 min walk
  • Fogo de ChãoRestaurant · brazilian170 m · 3 min walk

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Emerson Colonial Theatre: FAQs

What's on at Emerson Colonial Theatre?

Emerson Colonial Theatre has 94 upcoming events. Next up: Operation Mincemeat (Touring) on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.

Where is Emerson Colonial Theatre?

Emerson Colonial Theatre is located at 106 Boylston St., Boston, MA, 02116.

How big is Emerson Colonial Theatre?

Emerson Colonial Theatre has a capacity of around 1,700.

What is the nearest station to Emerson Colonial Theatre?

The nearest station is Copley (Light rail), about 200 m from Emerson Colonial Theatre.

Which hotels are closest to Emerson Colonial Theatre?

The closest places to stay are The Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel (90 m), 140 Clarendon (130 m), and Raffles (130 m).

Where can I park near Emerson Colonial Theatre?

Public car parks near Emerson Colonial Theatre include Back Bay Garage (110 m), 100 Clarendon Street Garage (170 m), and Dartmouth Street Garage (340 m).

When did Emerson Colonial Theatre open?

Emerson Colonial Theatre opened in 1900.