The Garner Performing Arts Center is committed to making its programs and the facility accessible to people of all abilities. If you have questions or concerns please contact us at gpacboxoffice@garnernc.gov or 919-661-4602.

Access

The Garner Performing Arts Center is housed inside of the former Garner High School.  A ramped walkway is available at the main entrance for patrons unable to climb stairs. Access throughout the facility is all on one level with no interior steps.  The stage is accessible via a ramp located house right.

Assistive Listening Devices

Assistive listening devices (ALDs) amplify and clarify sound by cutting down or eliminating ambient noise. Headsets with earbuds or induction neckloops are available free-of-charge on a first-come, first-served basis and can be picked-up in the main lobby. Guest using the neckloops must have hearing aids and cochlear implants with a "T" switch.  Ask your audiologist whether your hearing aid or cochlear implant has a "T" switch (telecoil) and how to use it with an assistive listening headset. 

Drop-Off

Patrons with limited mobility may be dropped off at the main entrance.

Restrooms

Restrooms and water fountains throughout the facility are wheelchair-accessible.

Seating

The GPAC is equipped with six wheelchair accessible seat location (four spaces along the front row, two spaces along the back row). The four along the front row include adjacent seats with lifting arms for patrons who would like to transfer to a fixed house seat. If you need assistance purchasing tickets, please contact the Box Office at 919-661-4602 or gpacboxoffice@garnernc.gov.

Sensory Kits

The Garner Performing Arts Center has three Sensory Backpacks available for check out at the Box Office. These are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Backpacks include: noise cancelling headphones, sunglasses, fidgets, and 3lb weight lap blankets. Patrons who have questions about other sensitivity accommodations are welcome to contact Amy Pridgen or 919-661-6984. We will do our best to ensure all audience members can enjoy our shows.

Service Animals

Service animals are welcome inside the GPAC but must remain on a leash or in a harness at all times. If you intend to bring a service animal to an event, please notify the Box Office at 919-661-4602 or gpacboxoffice@garnernc.gov so that an aisle seat may be reserved for you.

The GPAC has an ample amount of free on-site parking for all events. Parking attendants are on duty to help guide guest to the nearest available slot for all shows.  Please note our facility does share parking with 45 senior apartments located in the facility. Parking in "Resident Only" spaces is discouraged and reserved for residents of the facility.  Overflow parking lots can be located adjacent to the GPAC at 117 Avery St.