The Warfield, Mid-Market (near the Tenderloin/SoMa)Photo: Andreas Praefcke · CC BY 3.0

The Warfield

A historic 1922 theatre (now Goldenvoice/AEG) with a GA floor and reserved loge/balcony seating upstairs — Powell St BART is a couple of blocks away.

Mid-Market (near the Tenderloin/SoMa)~2,250Most shows all ages (6+); some 18+/21+ Official site

982 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94102

Upcoming shows at The Warfield

No upcoming shows listed right now. Check the full schedule.

The Warfield — know before you go

Is The Warfield wheelchair accessible (ADA access)?+

The entrance is accessible, with ADA viewing at the back of the floor, accessible stalls in the lobby restroom, and an elevator to the basement level. Buy wheelchair-accessible seating via the 'Accessible Seating' link on the AXS event page, by phone at 1-888-929-7849, or in person. For a sign-language interpreter, email LSykes@goldenvoice.com at least two weeks ahead; other ADA questions go to sfticketsupport@goldenvoice.com. Note: elevator access up to the balcony/loge isn't explicitly confirmed — verify if you need step-free access to those levels.

Does The Warfield have seating, or is it standing room?+

Configuration varies by show. On most concerts the main floor (orchestra/pit) is GA standing, while the loge and balcony upstairs are reserved/assigned seats. For reserved tickets the system assigns best-available, so buy early; for GA, arrive near doors for the floor or head to the first balcony landing, which fans favor for its eye-level view.

Is The Warfield all ages?+

Most shows are all ages (6+) with a paid ticket, but it varies — age-restricted events require valid government photo ID. Check the event listing.

What time do shows start and end at The Warfield?+

Doors typically open one hour before showtime (varies). The venue doesn't publish standard opener/headliner stage times or an end time — check the specific listing. As a rough expectation, headliners go on perhaps an hour after doors and shows often end around 10:30–11pm.

Can I avoid ticket fees at the The Warfield box office?+

Box office at 982 Market St, open Sundays 10am–3pm plus show nights (Will Call opens 90 minutes before showtime). Buying in person on Sunday reduces fees to a flat $2/ticket versus higher online charges. Ticketed by AXS.

What are the bar, drink, and re-entry policies at The Warfield?+

Full bar (21+ with ID). No re-entry once your ticket is scanned, except a designated smoking area. Coat check is available every show night at $5 per item.

Where can I park near The Warfield, and how do I get there?+

No venue lot; expect limited street parking plus pay lots/garages nearby (e.g., on Turk St behind the venue, or the 5th & Mission garage). Transit is easiest: Powell St BART is ~1.5 blocks / a 4-minute walk, plus Powell St Muni Metro and nearby bus lines. It's a gritty Mid-Market stretch — locals suggest walking with friends to your car late at night.

Are there VIP or premium seating options at The Warfield?+

The loge and balcony are the reserved/premium areas upstairs. A small VIP section at the back of the floor exists but is not especially recommended versus the GA floor or balcony. Show-specific VIP/box packages vary by event on AXS.

Previews via Apple Music