The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall is located at 777 North Tamiami Trail, on historic route 41 near downtown Sarasota.

We are Sarasota's premier cultural attraction, the city's #1 voted tourist destination, and easily identified by our iconic purple color scheme and architectural detail.

• Directions from Interstate 75 Northbound

  Take exit 210 West (Fruitville Road-SR 780). Proceed 6 miles. At N. Tamiami Trail (US 41) turn right (N) onto North Tamiami Trail. Turn left on 10th Street (2nd traffic light).

• Directions from Interstate 75 Southbound

  Take exit 213 West (University Parkway). Proceed 6 miles. At North Tamiami Trail (US 41) turn left (S) and continue for 3 miles. Turn right on 10th Street.

• Directions from Lakewood Ranch

  Follow University Parkway for approximately 7 miles. At North Tamiami Trail (US 41) turn left (S) and continue for 3 miles. Turn right on 10th Street.

• Public Transportation Options

  Sarasota SCAT offers excellent coverage for Public Transportation operating buses that make stops at The Van Wezel. Please click link for more information and route map.

  Schedules and Route Maps