Higley Center for the Performing Arts

Higley Center for the Performing Arts is a modern performing arts venue in Gilbert designed for concerts, theater performances, dance productions, and other live events. The complex includes a main concert hall with more than 1,200 seats and the smaller Little Theater with approximately 186 seats, allowing it to accommodate both larger productions and more intimate programs. Its functional stage design and professional technical infrastructure make it an important performing arts venue in this part of the Phoenix metropolitan area.

Inside the main hall, the experience is centered on clear views of the stage, quality sound, and facilities suited to concerts, dance, and theatrical productions. Professional lighting and audio equipment support a wide variety of performances, while the seating layout provides a comfortable setting for audiences. The smaller Little Theater offers a more compact atmosphere for events that benefit from a closer connection between performers and spectators.

The center is located at 4132 E Pecos Rd, Gilbert, United States. Visitors arriving by car can use parking areas around the complex, with only a short walk from the parking lots to the entrance. For broader information about getting around Gilbert and connections with other parts of the Phoenix metropolitan area, see the city transportation overview further down the page.

Gilbert, a city in the state of Arizona and part of the greater Phoenix metropolitan area, has developed into an appealing destination for visitors seeking a combination of sporting events, concerts, performances, dining and the relaxed atmosphere of the American Southwest. The Heritage District, the city's historic downtown, is a hub for restaurants, bars, cultural attractions and gatherings, while sports complexes and recreational spaces in Gilbert and neighboring cities complement the options for visitors traveling for games and other events. Thanks to its location in the East Valley, Gilbert can also serve as a practical base for larger events in other parts of metropolitan Phoenix, with a broad choice of hotels, restaurants and shopping options.

Travel around the city and to neighboring centers is supported by the Valley Metro network, with Gilbert served by bus routes including Route 108 – Elliot/48th St and Route 136 – Gilbert Rd; the latter connects areas such as Gilbert Civic Center and the Heritage District. For onward travel by light rail, visitors can use the Gilbert Rd/Main St station in neighboring Mesa, part of the Valley Metro Rail system. The main airports for visitors arriving by air are Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport in Mesa and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix. The East Valley road network and the combination of cars, buses and regional light rail provide practical access to sports fields, arenas and other event venues in Gilbert and across the wider Phoenix area.

Before or after an event, it is worth walking through the Heritage District and stopping at Water Tower Plaza, a distinctive gathering space beneath the historic water tower that is one of the city's recognizable landmarks. For a quieter break from the urban atmosphere, the Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch offers trails, lakes and opportunities to experience the desert landscape and birdlife, while SanTan Village provides additional options for shopping and dining. The combination of a historic downtown, modern amenities and Arizona's characteristic landscape makes Gilbert a convenient place to combine a concert or sporting event with a short city break.