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Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall Parking

1037 SW Broadway, Portland, Oregon 97205

NOTICE: Traffic in Portland by the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall can get busier at times of the major events. We typically recommend allowing extra time to arrive, park and walk to the venues entrance.

The Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall is located at 1037 SW Broadway Ave. Portland, Oregon 97205.

Directions

BY CAR

From I-5 Southbound or I-84 Westbound

Follow I-5 to the City Center/Oregon City Exit. Follow the signs toward City Center. After crossing the Morrison Bridge, follow SW Washington 5 blocks to Broadway. Turn Left. Go 6 blocks to Main St. Schnitzer Concert Hall is the building on the right with the large “PORTLAND” marquee.

From I-5 Northbound

Follow I-5 to I-405. Go west on I-405 to Salmon Street exit. After exiting, turn right on SW Salmon Street. Continue East 7 blocks to SW Park Ave. Schnitzer Concert Hall is the building on the right after the Park blocks.

From Highway 26 Eastbound (Sunset Hwy.)

After going through the Vista Ridge Tunnel, get in the center lane. Take the Market St./City Center Exit. Continue on SW Market to 10th Avenue. Turn Left on 10th Ave. Continue to Salmon Street. Turn right on Salmon St. Continue to SW Park Ave. Schnitzer Concert Hall is the building on the right after the Park blocks.

From Highway 26 Westbound (Ross Island Bridge) or Highway 99E (McLoughlin Blvd.)

After coming off the Ross Island Bridge, follow signs to Highway 26/Naito Parkway (Front Ave). Turn right onto Front/Naito at the stop signal. Continue for 6 blocks to SW Taylor St. Turn left. Follow Taylor 7 blocks to Broadway. Turn left on Broadway. Go 2 blocks to Main St. Schnitzer Concert Hall is building on the right with large “PORTLAND” marquee.

BY BUS/MAX

All Tri-Met buses destined for Portland City Center converge on the transit mall. Northbound buses travel 6th Avenue through the center of town, and Southbound buses travel on 5th Avenue. The Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall and Antoinette Hatfield Hall (formerly the New Theatre Building) are located on Broadway at Main St. Broadway runs one block west of 5th & 6th Avenues, and Main Street intersects all three streets. Ask your bus driver to let you out at the stop nearest Main Street on the transit mall. Walk west on Main until you see the “PORTLAND” marquee.

All Max trains stop in the area. If riding Red & Blue lines, use the Pioneer Place or 10th Ave. Galleria/Library stops. If riding Green, Yellow and Orange lines, use the City Hall/SW Madison stops. For more information about riding MAX or the Portland Streetcar, 

Parking Information

Once you arrive here are your parking options.

  • » Street parking (metered until 7 p.m.—obey signs)
  • » Pay surface lots (look for signs around theaters)
  • » Smart Park parking garages (click icon on right side of page for locations)

Finding convenient parking near the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall requires some planning, as the venue does not operate its own parking facility. However, multiple options exist within walking distance of the theater. Understanding these parking choices before your visit will help you arrive on time and reduce the potential pre-show stress.

Street parking is available throughout downtown Portland, though spaces can be hard to find on event nights.  Arriving early increases your chances of finding convenient street parking within a few blocks of the venue. Metered parking requires payment until 7 p.m. on most streets, so read any posted signs to note the time limits and restrictions.

Several SmartPark garages operate near the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, offering affordable parking rates compared to private facilities. These garages are marked with distinctive green signs and provide easy access to the theater district. SmartPark locations charge by the hour, and may have more reasonable all-day rates on weekends.

Public Transportation Options

Portland’s excellent public transportation system provides convenient access to the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. The theater is located on Broadway, one block west of these major transit corridors, making it easily accessible from bus stops. The TriMet bus system serves downtown Portland, with routes converging on the transit mall along 5th and 6th Avenues. 

MAX light rail offers another efficient transportation option. Red and Blue lines stop at the Pioneer Place and 10th Avenue Galleria/Library stations, both within easy walking distance of the concert hall. Green, Yellow, and Orange lines stop at City Hall/SW Madison, also near the theater.

The Portland Streetcar also connects various downtown neighborhoods, providing another convenient option for reaching the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. The streetcar integrates with the MAX and bus systems, so you can use TriMet tickets or passes to simplify payment.

Rideshare and Taxi Services

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft provide popular transportation options for theatergoers. The Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall has drop-off zones along SW Broadway and SW Salmon Street. These curbside locations allow you to exit directly in front of the venue without crossing busy streets.

Traditional taxi services remain available in downtown Portland, though they’re less common than in previous decades. Like rideshares, taxis typically position themselves at the corner of SW Broadway and SW Salmon Street during major events.

For those driving from outside Portland, the venue is accessible from multiple highways. 

  • From the I-5 South, take the I-405 West to the SW Salmon Street exit. Then turn right on SW Salmon Street and continue onto SW Park Street. 
  • From the I-5 North, follow the signs toward City Center after crossing the Morrison Bridge. Continue on SW Washington to Broadway.

You can find directions from Highway 26 and other routes throughout downtown Portland.