Things to Do at Tanger Center

Complete Guide to Tanger Center in Greensboro

About Tanger Center

Tanger Center offers visitors comprehensive exhibits across multiple floors with admission typically $12. Guided tours run hourly during peak season with knowledgeable local guides. The subtle temperature controls ensure year-round comfort while well-maintained facilities enhance the overall visitor experience for an immersive educational experience. The facility serves as an important cultural hub for the local community, hosting events and educational programs throughout the year.

What to See & Do

Broadway Touring Productions

The main draw here - major Broadway shows make regular stops, giving you a chance to see productions like Wicked, Chicago, or Hamilton without traveling to New York

The Grand Lobby

A soaring, light-filled space with floor-to-ceiling windows that's actually worth arriving early to appreciate. The pre-show atmosphere here tends to be pretty electric

Greensboro Symphony Performances

The local symphony has found a perfect home here, and their performances benefit enormously from the venue's exceptional acoustics

Contemporary Music Concerts

Beyond theater, you might catch everything from jazz legends to contemporary pop artists - the venue's flexibility makes it work for surprisingly diverse acts

The Outdoor Plaza

The surrounding area often hosts pre-show events and community gatherings, creating a nice sense of anticipation before performances

Practical Information

Opening Hours

Box office typically open Tuesday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-2pm, and 2 hours before performances. Hours vary by show schedule

Tickets & Pricing

Ticket prices vary widely by show, ranging from around $25 for some performances up to $150+ for premium Broadway productions. Best to book through their official website or box office

Best Time to Visit

Evening performances obviously offer the full experience, though matinee shows can be less crowded and sometimes less expensive. Fall through spring tends to have the most robust programming

Suggested Duration

Plan for 2.5-3 hours total including intermission for most shows, though you might want to arrive 30-45 minutes early to soak in the atmosphere

Getting There

The Tanger Center sits downtown at Bellemeade and Lindsay Streets. Driving works fine-several parking decks sit within a few blocks, with the Bellemeade Street Deck right next door. Street parking fills up fast on show nights. You can walk from most downtown hotels. Rideshare drivers know the spot without confusion, and downtown Greensboro stays compact enough that parking a few blocks away won't kill you. Total accessibility.

Things to Do Nearby

Downtown Greensboro Historic District
A pleasant area for pre-show dinner with several good restaurants and bars within walking distance of the theater

Greensboro Science Center
About 10 minutes away, this combination aquarium, museum, and zoo makes for a nice day activity before an evening show

International Civil Rights Center & Museum
A powerful and important museum housed in the former Woolworth's building where the famous lunch counter sit-ins began

Greensboro Coliseum Complex
The older entertainment venue that hosts sports events, concerts, and other large-scale events - sometimes you can catch multiple things in one trip

Elm Street
The main downtown strip with restaurants, bars, and shops - perfect for making a full evening out of your theater visit

Tips & Advice

Book popular Broadway shows well in advance - they genuinely do sell out, and last-minute tickets can be both expensive and scarce

The venue has a clear bag policy for most events, so check their website before you go to avoid hassles at security

If you're seeing a show on a weekend night, make dinner reservations early - downtown restaurants get busy before performances

The acoustics are excellent throughout the venue, but if you're particular about sightlines, center orchestra seats are worth the extra cost