Fox Theatre Atlanta Guide: Seats, Parking, MARTA and Upcoming Shows
The Fox Theatre on Peachtree Street is Atlanta’s grand old movie palace and the home of the city’s Broadway touring season. With 4,665 seats it is one of the largest theaters in the country, and its interior, with a night sky ceiling full of twinkling stars, is a big part of why people love going to a show there. This guide covers the theater’s history, how to choose seats in such a large house, parking and MARTA, and what is coming up on the Broadway schedule.
Fox Theatre at a glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 660 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 |
| Seats | 4,665 in the auditorium |
| Opened | December 25, 1929 |
| Architect | Olivier J. Vinour of Marye, Alger and Vinour |
| Landmark status | National Historic Landmark, Atlanta Landmark Building |
| Nearest MARTA | North Avenue station, within walking distance |
| Box office phone | 855-285-8499 |
Upcoming Broadway shows at the Fox
The Fox is the Atlanta stop for most major touring musicals. Two tours we cover in detail are coming this winter:
- BOOP! The Musical: January 12 to 17, 2027. See our BOOP! tour dates.
- Water for Elephants: February 2 to 7, 2027. See our Water for Elephants tour dates.
For the full list of shows this season, including Buena Vista Social Club, which played here through November 1, see our Fox Theatre Atlanta 2026 to 2027 Broadway season guide.
A short history
The building was not designed as a movie theater. It was planned as the Yaarab Shrine Temple, the headquarters of Atlanta’s Shriners, who then had about 5,000 members. The project ran over budget, so the Shriners leased the auditorium to the film executive William Fox, and it opened as a movie palace on Christmas Day in 1929, two months after the stock market crash. The Shriners stayed on as tenants until 1949.
By the 1970s, downtown movie palaces were struggling across the country. In 1974 Southern Bell offered to buy the Fox, tear it down and build a headquarters on the site. A public campaign called Save the Fox drew support from performers and residents, the city refused a demolition permit, and a deal was eventually worked out that kept the theater standing while the phone company built its tower next door. The Fox was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974 and named a National Historic Landmark in 1976.
What to look for inside
The Fox is worth arriving early for. The auditorium is designed to feel like an open air courtyard at night, with Islamic style architecture along the walls and a ceiling painted as a dark blue sky with 96 crystal stars set into it. The Egyptian Ballroom upstairs, used for private events, carries an Egyptian theme. The theater is also home to the Mighty Mo, a Möller theater organ built in 1929 with four keyboards and 3,622 pipes. It is the second largest theater organ built in the United States, after the Wurlitzer at Radio City Music Hall, and it is sometimes played before shows.
Choosing seats in a 4,665 seat theater
The Fox is large and wide, so seat choice matters more here than at a smaller theater. Some practical advice:
- Orchestra center. The best view and the highest prices. The orchestra is deep, so mid orchestra seats are often better value than the first few rows.
- Lower upper levels. The front rows of the first level above the orchestra give a clear, centered view of the whole stage and are often the sweet spot for large musicals.
- Highest seats. The top levels are a long way from the stage. They are the cheapest way in and fine for big, bright shows, but bring binoculars if you care about faces.
- Far side seats. The house is wide, so seats at the far ends of a row see the stage at a sharp angle. Pay a bit more to move toward the center.
One thing worth knowing: the Fox’s stage is relatively shallow by modern standards, and some large touring productions adapt their sets to fit. That rarely affects the audience, but it is one reason a show can look slightly different here than in a newer venue.
Parking
Parking around the Fox can be the most stressful part of the evening, so plan it in advance. According to the theater:
- Nearby lots typically charge from $15 to $75, depending on the lot and the event.
- Lots open two hours before showtime and are staffed until one hour after the event ends.
- You can prepay for parking when you buy tickets at foxtheatre.org, or by calling 855-285-8499, up to two hours before showtime. A prepaid space is held until the show begins.
- Day of show parking cannot be bought at the Fox ticketing office.
- Some nearby lots are independently owned and do not have an attendant. The Fox suggests choosing an attended lot, locking your car and keeping valuables out of sight.
The theater publishes a parking map on its website showing lots near the building.
Taking MARTA
The North Avenue MARTA station on the Red and Gold lines is a short walk from the Fox, which makes the train an easy option from the airport, Buckhead or the northern suburbs. After the show, the walk back to the station is along Peachtree Street, which is busy and well lit on show nights.
Accessibility
A 1929 building with several seating levels takes some planning if anyone in your group has mobility needs. Book accessible seating when you buy rather than on the night, and tell the box office if you need step free access, an aisle seat, companion seating or an assistive listening device. The Fox’s box office line, 855-285-8499, can help you pick a location and explain which entrance to use. Accessible parking spaces in the nearby lots are assigned first come, first served on arrival, so give yourself extra time.
Making a night of it in Midtown
The Fox anchors a small historic district on Peachtree Street, and the blocks around it are some of the most walkable in Atlanta. The historic Georgian Terrace Hotel sits across the street, Ponce de Leon Avenue runs east toward more restaurants and bars, and the Midtown arts and dining area is a short walk or one MARTA stop north. If you are coming from out of town for a show, staying within walking distance of the theater means you can skip the parking question entirely.
Buying tickets
Buy Broadway tickets through the Fox Theatre’s own website or box office, or through the Broadway in Atlanta subscription series. That is where you will find face value prices. If a performance is sold out and you use resale, compare the full price including fees before you pay. Our guide to ticket fees explains the all-in pricing rules, and our safe ticket buying guide covers what to watch out for.
Before you go
- Arrive early. With more than 4,600 people arriving at once, lines for security, restrooms and concessions are long. Aim for 45 minutes before curtain if you want time to look around.
- Bags. Check the Fox’s prohibited items and security page before you go, and bring a small bag to keep screening quick.
- Dinner. Midtown has plenty of restaurants within walking distance along Peachtree Street and Ponce de Leon Avenue.
- Tours. The Fox offers guided tours of the building on some days, which is a good way to see spaces you would not visit on a show night.
Related guides
Atlanta and touring
- Fox Theatre Atlanta 2026 to 2027 Broadway season
- BOOP! The Musical tour dates
- Water for Elephants tour dates
More venue guides
- Fabulous Fox Theatre St. Louis guide
- Radio City Music Hall guide
- Hollywood Pantages seating guide
- ASU Gammage seating guide
Fox Theatre Atlanta: Common Questions
How many seats are in the Fox Theatre Atlanta?
The auditorium has 4,665 seats, making it one of the largest theaters in the United States.
How much is parking at the Fox Theatre?
Nearby lots typically charge from $15 to $75. You can prepay when buying tickets or by calling 855-285-8499 up to two hours before the show.
What MARTA station is closest to the Fox Theatre?
North Avenue station, a short walk from the theater.
What Broadway shows are coming to the Fox Theatre?
BOOP! The Musical plays January 12 to 17, 2027 and Water for Elephants February 2 to 7, 2027, among others.
When did the Fox Theatre open?
On December 25, 1929. It was designed as the Yaarab Shrine Temple and leased to William Fox as a movie palace.
What is the Mighty Mo?
The Fox’s 1929 Möller theater organ, with 3,622 pipes. It is the second largest theater organ built in the United States.
Featured photo: The Fox Theatre from Peachtree Street and Ponce de Leon Avenue. Photo: Marc Merlin, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons. Cropped and resized for web.
Sources and corrections
Dates and details were checked on November 8, 2026 against these sources:
- Fox Theatre: directions and parking (Address, parking rates and rules, prepaid parking, MARTA)
- Wikipedia: Fox Theatre (Atlanta) (Seat count, history, Save the Fox, landmark status, Mighty Mo, interior)
- NETworks Presentations: BOOP! tour route (Atlanta dates)
- NETworks Presentations: Water for Elephants tour route (Atlanta dates)
- Wikimedia Commons: featured photo (Photographer and license)
Dates change. Always confirm your performance on the official page before you buy. Spot an error? Email info@theatertickets.com and we will check it and update this page.
