Beacon Theatre: A Practical Venue Guide

What the Beacon Theatre is and where to find it

The Beacon Theatre is at 2124 Broadway, between W. 74th and W. 75th Streets, New York, NY 10023. All public entrances at the venue are accessible.

Two building facts shape how you plan the night. There are no elevators or escalators in the Beacon Theatre, and accessible restrooms are located throughout the venue. Pack light and leave extra time if stairs are part of your route to your seat.

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Subway, bus and the last two blocks

The official directions page sends guests by train to 72nd Street and Broadway, which is two blocks away. For an accessible entry to that station, use either the 72nd Street or 73rd Street side; an AutoGate MetroCard is required to enter through the 73rd Street side. Elevators are located inside the station house on the north side of 72nd Street between Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue.

Several buses stop within a short walk. The M104 goes to 74th and Broadway. The M7 or M11 goes to 75th and Amsterdam, one block away. The M5, M72 (East only) and M57 go to 72nd and Broadway, two blocks away.

Access-A-Ride drop off and pick up locations are at the front door of the Beacon Theatre, at 2124 Broadway between West 74th and 75th Streets.

If you are staying over, the Beacon Hotel at 2130 Broadway, New York, NY 10023, is the official Hotel Partner of the Beacon Theatre.

Entrances and finding your seat

All public entrances at the Beacon Theatre are accessible. The official pages checked for this guide confirm that and the absence of elevators and escalators, but they do not describe individual gates, levels or section numbering, so plan to ask an usher for directions once inside.

Because there are no elevators or escalators, your route to the seating areas is by stairs. Guests with mobility limitations who do not have access to a wheelchair may request a wheelchair transport to their seat free of charge.

What is on the menu

The Beacon Theatre has a full menu of specialty cocktails, food and drinks, and the menu is subject to change. You must be 21 or older to purchase and consume alcohol, with a maximum of 2 alcoholic drinks per person.

Outside food and drink is not covered by the pages checked, with one exception: guests with a medical condition or specific needs that require bringing in outside food or beverage should contact the Accessibility Services Department or call 888-609-7599 prior to the event.

• Cocktails: the Beacon Mule (premium tequila, ginger beer and calamansi juice), the Amsterdam 75th (fig vodka, pomegranate juice and triple sec with a splash of lime juice) and the Beacon Spritz (prosecco, triple sec and aperol).
• Beer: Bud Light, Goose Island IPA, Kona Big Wave, Stella Artois, High Noon Vodka Pineapple, High Noon Tequila Passion Fruit and Modelo.
• Wine: Woodbridge Chardonnay and Woodbridge Cabernet Sauvignon, plus premium pours of 2017 Veramonte Pinot Noir, 2017 Lagaria Pinot Grigio and 2017 Chloe Rose.
• Non-alcoholic: Aquafina Water, Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Starry, Ginger Ale, Pure Leaf Iced Tea and Juice.

Accessibility services

All public entrances at the Beacon Theatre are accessible, and accessible restrooms are located throughout the venue. There are no elevators or escalators in the building. Access-A-Ride drop off and pick up locations are at the front door, at 2124 Broadway between West 74th and 75th Streets.

Accessible seating may be secured through the Accessibility Services Department. The department is open Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. and can be reached at Madison Square Garden, 4 Pennsylvania Plaza, New York, NY 10001, by email at [email protected] or by phone at 888-609-7599.

Patrons with mobility limitations who do not have access to a wheelchair may request a wheelchair transport to their seat free of charge. Storage is available for wheelchairs, canes, walkers and other mobility devices, and after the event a staff member will return the device to the guest at their seat. Seating with movable armrests and larger chairs without armrests is available; request it by contacting the Accessibility Services Department at least 48 hours in advance of the event.

Assistive Listening Devices that operate on the FM system are complimentary for guests who are deaf or hard of hearing. Sign language interpreters or closed captioning are offered on request, and requests must be made at least two weeks prior to the event. ATMs and Reverse ATMs are equipped with braille number pads, volume increase capability and voice activation, and are compatible with headphones. Service animals are permitted inside Beacon Theatre, and electrical outlets are available throughout the venue.

Last checked October 28, 2026.

Parking and drop-off

SpotHero is the official parking app of the Beacon Theatre. The official directions page does not publish lot prices, so compare rates in the app before you drive.

Some indoor parking lots are unable to accommodate raised-roof vans due to low clearance, and most outdoor parking lots accept raised-roof vans; contact the parking facility directly to confirm its policy.

Drivers with disabilities who hold a New York City Special Parking Permit may park on streets and avenues around the venue. New York City does not honor the blue New York State, New Jersey, Connecticut or any other out of state issued parking hangtag for the disabled or license plate for on-street parking, and the Department of Transportation may ticket and/or tow vehicles that do not display the New York City Department of Transportation issued parking permit. For more information on parking in New York City, call the Department of Transportation at 718.433.3100.

The Madison Square Garden Company is not responsible for any parking tickets, vandalism, etc., incurred while parking for a Beacon Theatre event or otherwise.

Access-A-Ride drop off and pick up locations are at the front door of the venue at 2124 Broadway. The pages checked do not name a general rideshare zone.

Bag policy, prohibited items and re-entry

The official pages checked for this guide do not cover the bag policy, size limits, prohibited items or re-entry at the Beacon Theatre, so those details are not confirmed in the sources checked. Check the venue's own pages or your event listing before you travel.

What the pages do state is the alcohol rule: you must be 21 or older to purchase and consume alcohol, with a maximum of 2 alcoholic drinks per person. Service animals are permitted inside the venue.

Doors and start times

The official pages checked for this guide do not list door or start times for the Beacon Theatre, so those details are not confirmed in the sources checked. Your event's official page is where the times for that performance are listed.

Arrive with the no-elevator layout in mind: all public entrances are accessible, but there are no elevators or escalators inside.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the Beacon Theatre?

The Beacon Theatre is at 2124 Broadway, between W. 74th and W. 75th Streets, New York, NY 10023.

Which subway stop is closest to the Beacon Theatre?

The official directions page sends guests to 72nd Street and Broadway, which it describes as two blocks away.

Does the Beacon Theatre have elevators?

No. There are no elevators or escalators in the Beacon Theatre, and accessible restrooms are located throughout the venue.

Are the entrances at the Beacon Theatre accessible?

Yes. All public entrances at the Beacon Theatre are accessible, and Access-A-Ride drop off and pick up are at the front door on Broadway.

Can I bring outside food or drink to the Beacon Theatre?

Guests with a medical condition or specific needs that require bringing in outside food or beverage should contact the Accessibility Services Department or call 888-609-7599 before the event.

How do I request accessible seating at the Beacon Theatre?

Accessible seating may be secured by contacting the Accessibility Services Department, open Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., at 888-609-7599.