Capitol Theater
Madison, WI
201 State Street 53703
VENUE GUIDE
Capitol Theater
Plan more than your event at Capitol Theater. Jump to our Your Opening Act or Your Encore lower on this same venue page.
Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Capitol Theater
Make the event easier by staying close to Capitol Theater and the surrounding Madison area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor’s Club
0.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (2,819 reviews)
Hyatt Place Madison/Downtown
0.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (879 reviews)
Best Western Premier Park Hotel
0.2 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (1,605 reviews)
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison / Downtown
0.3 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.7 (1,411 reviews)
Book Your Room Near Capitol Theater →
Hotel booking links are affiliate links and may earn Class Act Tickets a commission.
VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Capitol Theater & the Area
Capitol Theater is an event venue in Madison, WI. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Capitol Theater for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
The Botanist Social
0.1 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (607 reviews)
Ashirwad Indian Restaurant
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (327 reviews)
Cento
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (2,202 reviews)
El Aguila Real Mexican Restaurant & Grill
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Capitol Theater.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (95 reviews)
Noodles and Company
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Capitol Theater.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (703 reviews)
Teddywedgers
0.1 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Capitol Theater.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (323 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Cask & Ale
0.0 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (551 reviews)
Paul's Club
0.1 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (469 reviews)
Ivory Room Piano Bar
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby stop for drinks before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (690 reviews)
Cielo
0.1 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (32 reviews)
The Coopers Tavern
0.1 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (2,140 reviews)
The Plaza Tavern
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Capitol Theater.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (610 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
The High Crowd Cafe
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (128 reviews)
Espresso Royale Cafe
0.1 mi from the venue
Coffee near Capitol Theater for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (122 reviews)
Michelangelo's Coffee House
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (1,340 reviews)
Starbucks
0.1 mi from the venue
Coffee near Capitol Theater for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (91 reviews)
Barriques Coffee - West Wash
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (465 reviews)
Eloura Mediterranean Restaurant
0.2 mi from the venue
Coffee near Capitol Theater for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (244 reviews)
Museums
L.R. Ingersoll Wonders of Physics Museum
0.9 mi from the venue
An easy cultural stop to add before Capitol Theater.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (72 reviews)
Geology Museum
0.9 mi from the venue
Add a museum stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (660 reviews)
Wisconsin Science Museum
2.3 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.0 (44 reviews)
Museum of Raccoons
2.6 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (18 reviews)
Attractions
Madison Museum of Contemporary Art
0.0 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (713 reviews)
Wisconsin Veterans Museum
0.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (691 reviews)
Capitol Square
0.2 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (99 reviews)
Elizabeth Link Peace Park
0.2 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (80 reviews)
Wisconsin State Capitol
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (1,393 reviews)
Madison Children's Museum
0.3 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (2,617 reviews)
Shopping
University Square
0.5 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Capitol Theater.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (226 reviews)
Madison Public Market
1.9 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Capitol Theater.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (58 reviews)
Knickerbocker Plaza
2.4 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Capitol Theater.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (94 reviews)
University Station Shopping Mall
2.5 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Capitol Theater.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (288 reviews)
Lakewood Plaza Shopping Center
2.6 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (252 reviews)
Shorewood Shopping Center
2.8 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Capitol Theater.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (236 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Capitol Theater. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
The Botanist Social
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near Capitol Theater for after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (607 reviews)
Ashirwad Indian Restaurant
0.1 mi from the venue
Food near Capitol Theater for after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (327 reviews)
Cento
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Capitol Theater.
Today: 4:00 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (2,202 reviews)
El Aguila Real Mexican Restaurant & Grill
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going with a meal after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (95 reviews)
Noodles and Company
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Capitol Theater.
Today: 10:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (703 reviews)
Teddywedgers
0.1 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Capitol Theater.
Today: 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (323 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Cask & Ale
0.0 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (551 reviews)
Paul's Club
0.1 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (469 reviews)
Ivory Room Piano Bar
0.1 mi from the venue
Drinks near Capitol Theater after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (690 reviews)
Cielo
0.1 mi from the venue
Drinks near Capitol Theater after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (32 reviews)
The Coopers Tavern
0.1 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (2,140 reviews)
The Plaza Tavern
0.1 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (610 reviews)
Getting to Capitol Theater
Parking
Not Verified
Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Capitol Theater in Madison, WI. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Metro Transit serves Madison, WI. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Capitol Theater.
Valet
Not Verified
Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Parking availability, lot or garage access, pricing and event-day restrictions can vary for Capitol Theater. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
TAILGATING
Not Verified
Not Verified
What You'll Find Here: theater; concerts; performing arts; live entertainment
Explore the Event Destination
City or Community
Metro Area
PLAN YOUR EVENT
Upcoming Events & Tickets
Use Class Act to explore upcoming events at Capitol Theater and plan nearby hotels, dining, transportation and what to do before and after the event.