My son was exactly 2 1/2 when we took him. We sat on the front row and he absolutely loved it! He talked a little but it was things like "WOW" or "Look at that Mommy!!" We held him in our laps so we didn't have to buy him a ticket. But then again, my son is very used to going places that most children don't go to. He has been to every home football game and several away games from our local college. He even went to the Capital One Bowl game with us this year. He has gone with us to every restraunt we've been to since he was born, except for Valentine's dinners or anniversaries. This includes Emeril's, Cali Grill, Yachtsman's Steakhouse, etc. I guess I'm trying to say, if your child is used to going places with you and he does well in those places, give him a chance. You know your child best, you know what he can handle and what he can't. Also, will they be doing the early show when you go? That's the one we went to and had no problems with him being too tired. Anyway, good luck with whichever you choose.