Hancher Auditorium
Iowa City, IA
141 Park Road 52242
VENUE GUIDE
Hancher Auditorium
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Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
Indoor • Fixed Roof
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Hancher Auditorium
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Graduate by Hilton Iowa City
0.8 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.1 (792 reviews)
Element by Marriott Iowa City
0.9 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (218 reviews)
Hilton Garden Inn Iowa City Downtown University
0.9 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.5 (785 reviews)
Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown
1.0 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.3 (456 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Hancher Auditorium & the Area
Hancher Auditorium is an event venue in Iowa City, IA. 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 Hancher Auditorium for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Catlett Market place
0.3 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Hancher Auditorium.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (19 reviews)
Burge Market Place
0.3 mi from the venue
Make this a food stop before the event.
Google Maps rating: 3.8 (114 reviews)
A & A Pagliai's Pizza
0.5 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Hancher Auditorium.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,136 reviews)
Claude
0.5 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Hancher Auditorium.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (49 reviews)
Pop's BBQ
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Hancher Auditorium.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (905 reviews)
Hamburg Inn No. 2
0.5 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Hancher Auditorium.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,543 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Brix Cheese Shop & Wine Bar
0.5 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (169 reviews)
Wild Culture
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab a drink before heading to Hancher Auditorium.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (120 reviews)
George's Buffet
0.5 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (332 reviews)
The Fox Head Tavern
0.6 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (71 reviews)
Joe's Place
0.6 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (606 reviews)
Dublin Underground
0.7 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (199 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Kindred Coffee
0.5 mi from the venue
Coffee near Hancher Auditorium for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (160 reviews)
Midnight Coffee
0.6 mi from the venue
Coffee near Hancher Auditorium for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (436 reviews)
The JAVA HOUSE | Heirloom Salad Company
0.6 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (84 reviews)
Get Fresh Cafe
0.6 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (184 reviews)
Dunkin'
0.6 mi from the venue
Coffee near Hancher Auditorium for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (38 reviews)
Le Crave
0.7 mi from the venue
Coffee and a quick break before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (281 reviews)
Attractions
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (453 reviews)
Old Capitol Museum
0.6 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (382 reviews)
Stanley Museum of Art
0.8 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (106 reviews)
Pappy Dickens Preserve
1.4 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (22 reviews)
Johnson County Historical Society
1.5 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (12 reviews)
Antique Car Museum of Iowa
1.5 mi from the venue
Another way to make more of your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (252 reviews)
Shopping
Old Capitol Town Center
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (1,074 reviews)
Pedestrian Mall
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (431 reviews)
City Center Square
2.2 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (37 reviews)
Iowa City Marketplace
2.4 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (1,393 reviews)
Eastdale Plaza
2.6 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (137 reviews)
Clock Tower Plaza
2.7 mi from the venue
Fit in some shopping before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (153 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Hancher Auditorium. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
A & A Pagliai's Pizza
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Hancher Auditorium.
Today: 4:00 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,136 reviews)
Claude
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 3:00 – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (49 reviews)
Pop's BBQ
0.5 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Hancher Auditorium.
Today: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (905 reviews)
Hamburg Inn No. 2
0.5 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,543 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Brix Cheese Shop & Wine Bar
0.5 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 3:00 – 9:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (169 reviews)
Wild Culture
0.5 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 2:00 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (120 reviews)
George's Buffet
0.5 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 2:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (332 reviews)
The Fox Head Tavern
0.6 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (71 reviews)
Joe's Place
0.6 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (606 reviews)
Dublin Underground
0.7 mi from the venue
An option for a nightcap after the event.
Today: 6:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (199 reviews)
Getting to Hancher Auditorium
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Hancher Auditorium in Iowa City, IA. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Iowa City Transit serves Iowa City, IA. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Hancher Auditorium.
Valet
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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 Hancher Auditorium. Check the venue's official website and the specific event instructions before arrival.
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