Terminal 5
Standard concert configuration, general admission. AEG lists 2,800 standing for concerts and 3,000 for receptions; theater seating drops the room to 1,000.
Last verified 2026-08-04
Terminal 5 capacity, answered
- How many people does Terminal 5 hold?
- Terminal 5 holds 3,000 at its standard concert configuration. AEG lists 2,800 standing for concerts and 3,000 for receptions; theater seating drops the room to 1,000.
- How many seats does Terminal 5 have?
- Terminal 5 is a general-admission room — the floor is standing, so it lists a concert capacity of 3,000 rather than a fixed seat count.
- What is Terminal 5's concert capacity?
- Terminal 5 in New York has a concert capacity of 3,000. That number sets the ceiling on gross potential before comps and per-ticket fees come out.
What 3,000 means on a settlement sheet
Illustrative face-value gross at three ticket prices and three sell-through levels. Real nets land lower: comps consume capacity without revenue, and per-ticket fees sit between face value and what the show keeps.
| Sell-through | $30 ticket | $45 ticket | $65 ticket |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100% (3,000 tickets) | $90,000 | $135,000 | $195,000 |
| 85% (2,550 tickets) | $76,500 | $114,750 | $165,750 |
| 70% (2,100 tickets) | $63,000 | $94,500 | $136,500 |
Whether a show pencils at these numbers depends on the guarantee and cost base, not the gross — break-even is the number that decides.
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