The Capitol Theatre is a historic performance venue in Davenport, Iowa, with concerts, theatrical performances and more. For a show-night plan, arrange tickets in advance, check parking details and allow about a 10-minute drive from this two-star Rock Island motel.
- Address: 330 W 3rd St, Davenport, IA 52801
- Parking option: RiverCenter Ramp, connected to the RiverCenter Skywalk
- Advance tickets: online through AXS
Confirming the Davenport Capitol Theater
The Capitol Theatre is at 330 W 3rd St in Davenport’s Kahl Building. The venue is more than 100 years old and has hosted films, theatrical performances, lectures and concerts.
The theater’s operator says Buddy Holly performed there five days before his death. When planning your visit, use the Davenport address to distinguish this venue from other places with similar names.
Davenport also has the Modern Woodmen Park, home to game-day events.
Shows and ticket planning
Buy advance tickets online through AXS; the theater does not have an in-person box office for advance purchases. On show days, the box office opens at event door time for will-call pickup and in-person sales.
There are no regular box-office hours to plan around. Check the Capitol Theatre’s official site before you go for current show details and ticket guidance.
Capitol Theater parking and venue access
RiverCenter Ramp is at 102 E 2nd St and connects to the RiverCenter Skywalk. The City of Davenport gives short-term rates of $1 for two hours, $2 for four hours, $3 for six hours, $4 for eight hours and $5 for twelve hours, with a $10 maximum daily rate.
Short-term parking is prepaid at ramp pay stations or through the ParkMobile app. Keep your license-plate number handy to pay either way. Parking in the City’s ramps is free on New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
DavenportLive says street parking on side streets around the RiverCenter and Adler Theatre is limited to two hours on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; it is free after 5 p.m. on weekdays and on weekends.
Ramp fees vary according to how long you park. The City lists a $30 ticket fee for parking without payment, charged for each calendar day the violation exists. Check the City of Davenport’s official site before you go for current parking rules and rates.
How do you get from Rock Island to the theater?
The theater is about 81 minutes on foot from American Motor Inn - Rock Island. Its address is 330 W 3rd St, Davenport, IA 52801; use it when planning your route, and allow time to park and reach the venue before the event’s door time.
FAQs
Where is the Capitol Theatre in Davenport?
It is at 330 W 3rd St, Davenport, IA 52801, in the Kahl Building.
Can you buy tickets at the theater?
Advance tickets are sold online through AXS, not at an in-person box office. On show days, the box office opens at event door time for will-call pickup and in-person sales.
Where can you park for a show?
RiverCenter Ramp at 102 E 2nd St connects to the RiverCenter Skywalk. Street parking on nearby side streets has time limits on weekdays during the day.