Winter Garden Theatre

Theater Broadway theatre hosting musicals in Manhattan

Broadway house in Midtown Manhattan known for large-scale musicals and long-running productions; visitors come for Broadway shows and historic stage architecture.

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Winter Garden Theatre is a Broadway theatre in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, located on 50th Street in the Broadway theatre district. It is a large, commercial theatre venue that hosts major-scale musical productions.

The auditorium is configured for large musicals and theatrical presentations and is one of the theatres regularly listed on Broadway playbills; public access is via street-level entrances and the venue operates on a ticketed, performance schedule. Backstage and stage facilities are arranged to support touring and resident large-cast productions.

Built in the early 20th century as part of the development of Broadway’s theatre district, it has been used continuously for live theatre and large entertainments and has undergone renovations to update audience and stage facilities. Over time the theatre has hosted a wide range of musical and theatrical productions that are emblematic of Broadway’s commercial theatre history.

The theatre sits in Midtown Manhattan, within walking distance of Times Square and major subway lines, making it highly accessible to visitors and theatregoers from across New York City and beyond.

  • Location: Located in Midtown Manhattan on 50th Street where Broadway and Seventh Avenue intersect the theatre district.
Winter Garden Theatre
1634 Broadway (at West 50th Street), New York, NY 10019, USA
40.7588, -73.9875
Box office hours vary with performance schedules; typically 10:00am-8:00pm on show days
Varies by performance; typical Broadway tickets US$50-$250+

How to Get to Winter Garden Theatre #

The Winter Garden Theatre is in Times Square, Midtown Manhattan. Nearest subway stations: 49th-50th Sts-Rockefeller Center (B/D/F/M), 50th St (1), and Times Sq-42nd St (multiple lines). Walkable from most Midtown hotels; many visitors combine a theatre visit with an evening in the Times Square area.

Tips for Visiting Winter Garden Theatre #

  • Buy tickets in advance through official sellers (Telecharge/TodayTix/Nederlander) to avoid scams.
  • If attending a matinee, the Times Square area is less crowded earlier - show-run crews often allow line entry 30-60 minutes before curtain.
  • Check for rush or standing-room tickets at the box office on the day of performance for reduced prices.

Best Time to Visit Winter Garden Theatre #

A Broadway theatre in Manhattan's Theatre District with a storied performance history and frequent large-scale musicals.

Fall (Sep-Nov)
September-November · 8-20°C (46-68°F)
Broadway season ramps up with new openings; strong schedule of shows.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
December-February · -3-8°C (27-46°F)
Holiday crowd peaks around Christmas and New Year; book well in advance.
Spring (Mar-May)
March-May · 5-18°C (41-64°F)
Awards season buzz and spring openings make it an exciting time to see new productions.

Weather & Climate near Winter Garden Theatre #

Climate

Winter Garden Theatre's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 29°C. Abundant rainfall (1210 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
29°
Warmest Month
-4°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-4°

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-3°

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
10°

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
4.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°

Weather

112 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (114 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
19° 29°

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
19° 28°

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
15° 24°

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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