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Genesee Theatre Events & Tickets

Genesee Theatre in Waukegan, IL has 26 upcoming events: 21 concerts, 1 comedy show, 2 theatre shows, 1 family event, and 1 experience. Browse the full calendar below, with dates, times and official ticket links.
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About Genesee Theatre

Genesee Theatre is a concert hall and movie palace in Waukegan, Illinois. Today, the venue has seats for 2,403 people and opened in 1927. It's both used as a vaudeville theater and cinema and hosts musical artists and shows.

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Getting there

🚉 Public transport

  • Pace Waukegan TerminalBus station270 m · 4 min walk
  • WaukeganTrain station320 m · 5 min walk

🅿️ Parking

  • Multi-storey car park120 m · 2 min walk
  • Multi-storey car park190 m · 3 min walk
  • Lot KCar park240 m · 4 min walk
  • City of Waukegan Parking GarageMulti-storey car park250 m · 4 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

  • Mama Jerk N TingsRestaurant90 m · 1 min walk
  • La Jaiba MariscosRestaurant · seafood140 m · 2 min walk
  • China Garden RestaurantRestaurant · chinese220 m · 4 min walk
  • El Patio Café & LoungeCafé230 m · 4 min walk
  • The TaproomRestaurant · grill240 m · 4 min walk
  • Lucky ScottieRestaurant · burger260 m · 4 min walk
  • Dream Lounge BarBar280 m · 5 min walk
  • Deja vu Bar & GrillBar280 m · 5 min walk

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Genesee Theatre: FAQs

What's on at Genesee Theatre?

Genesee Theatre has 26 upcoming events. Next up: Jeff Dunham Inappropriate Contact on Thursday, October 22, 2026.

Where is Genesee Theatre?

Genesee Theatre is located at 203 N. Genesee St., Waukegan, IL, 60085.

How big is Genesee Theatre?

Genesee Theatre has a capacity of around 2,403.

Is there parking at Genesee Theatre?

Ample parking is available in the city parking structure located at 225 N. County St. Please enter on County Street. A nominal fee will be charged. Valet parking is available for most events. Please approach the valet drive from the east on Clayton Street from Sheridan Road. A nominal fee will be charged.

Does Genesee Theatre have accessible seating?

Accessible seating is available through the Box Office only. Please call 847-263-6300 Elevators are located on the north side of the lobby and serve all levels. Listening devices are available to patrons at the coat check on the first floor. A picture ID is required at the time of use.

When is the Genesee Theatre box office open?

Monday: CLOSED Tuesday - Friday: 11:00 am to 5:30pm Saturday: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Sunday: Closed unless there is an event. Box Office opens 2 hours prior to show time if there is an event.

What is the nearest station to Genesee Theatre?

The nearest station is Pace Waukegan Terminal (Bus station), about 270 m from Genesee Theatre.

Which hotels are closest to Genesee Theatre?

The closest places to stay are Robert's Roost Motel (2.3 km).

When did Genesee Theatre open?

Genesee Theatre opened in 1927.