The Greensboro Coliseum Complex is a multi-venue facility providing public accommodations to view live performances and shows. The Coliseum strives to meet the needs of Americans with Disabilities based on design and construction restrictions from its 1990 renovation which was prior to the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. To that end, our facilities fall under the scope of the Act that requires such facilities to work toward compliance based upon funding and budgetary limitations in making physical improvements.
The following ADA standards are in place and available to patrons within Coliseum Complex facilities:
Toilet stalls
Concession counters
Seating locations in the Coliseum, War Memorial Auditorium, Odeon Theatre and Special Events Center
Suite access and suite restrooms
Carlyle Club restroom facilities
Backstage restroom facilities
Curb cuts for wheelchair access
Portable ramps for stages
Elevators in the Coliseum and Special Events Center lobby
Hearing Impairments The Coliseum Complex maintains assistive listening devices in the Coliseum, Auditorium and Special Events Center for entertainment performances and for patrons who need assistance with hearing enhancement. Patrons with hearing impairments may purchase tickets for Coliseum Complex events by calling (336) 218-5333 or have the City of Greensboro TDD services (Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf) contact the Coliseum box office. The City's TDD number is (336) 333-6930.
Interpreter Services The Coliseum Complex provides interpreters for entertainment events free of charge to the hearing impaired. To arrange for an interpreter, please call Guest Services at 336-373-7461 and ask assistance. Interpreters should be requested not less than 10 days prior to the event to ensure proper service and scheduling. However, the Coliseum will make every effort to solicit interpreters on short notice. Interpreters will provide sign-language interpretations of the music or performance elements of the show to the extent provided by the production. Patrons who request interpreters may need to be seated together. Elevators Elevators are available at the north and south ends of the Coliseum to assist all patrons to gain access to upper levels of the arena. An elevator is also available in the Special Events Center lobby to gain access to both levels of the Special Events Center.
Handicap Parking Handicap car and van accessible parking spaces are designated near the entrances of the Coliseum, Special Events Center, Pavilion, Odeon Theatre and War Memorial Auditorium. Parking lot attendants are on duty during events to help direct patrons with appropriate credentials to the defined spaces. These spaces are charged accordingly along with general public parking spaces. Van accessible spaces are also noted. All handicap parking is subject to availability.
Mobility Impaired Seating The Coliseum Complex does provide mobility impaired seating in all its venues at all price levels. For more information on tickets for patrons with special needs please call (336) 218-5333. Visually Impaired Seating Patrons with visual impairments may purchase tickets in all price levels and sections subject to availability. Tickets are also sold at the event box office on the night of events subject to availability. Guide dogs are permitted for the visually impaired. For more information on tickets for patrons with special visual impairments please call (336) 218-5333.
More Information For Patrons With Disabilities Patrons with disabilities are encouraged to contact Guest Services Manager Doreen Lumpkin at (336) 373-7461 or doreen.lumpkin@greensboro-nc.gov with questions about attending events at the Complex. We are committed to serving the needs of disabled patrons and will work to provide an effective means for disabled patrons to view live events at our facilities.
