Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
Charlotte, NC 28256
Phone: (704) 549-5555
- Directions:
- Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre is conveniently located near I-85 in the University Area just North of Charlotte. From South Carolina Take I-77 N to I-85 N. Take exit 48 (I-485 East). Take the first exit for Highway 29, and make a left at the light at the end of the exit ramp. Make the first right onto Pavilion Blvd., and the Amphitheatre will be on the left! From Points North Take I-85 S to exit 48 (I-485 East). Take the first exit for Highway 29, and make a left at the light at the end of the exit ramp. Make the first right onto Pavilion Blvd., and the Amphitheatre will be on the left!
Editorial Review for Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre – by Beth Gibbs
In Short
This is the venue for big shows in Charlotte like Vans Warped Tour, Kenny Chesney or Aerosmith. Located in northeast Mecklenburg County not far from Lowe's Motor Speedway, it seats 19,500 in canopy covered seating and an open lawn. Partiers are allowed to tailgate in the parking lot prior to the show, and there are plenty of snacks--albeit pricey ones--to choose from inside.
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Insider Tips
Where to SitYou can get on the lawn for cheaper than seating under the canopy, but you may not be able to see the performers--except on the huge video screen--but you'll surely be able to hear them.
Know Before You GoDon't forget to take a big wad of cash with you when heading to a concert: You can't bring anything at all to eat or drink and concessions are pricey.
User Reviews for Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
07/13/2008 Posted by Tibsti
Although my wife has been to the pavillion many times before and enjoyed it, I went for the first time on July 11 to see Tom Petty. Instead of the relaxed, "stretched out on the Lawn" experience I expected, it was a jam packed, over sold, shoulder to shoulder nightmare. The chaos was both scary and dangerous. I will not be back. Instead I'll keep my eye on the amphitheater in Birmingham, Alabama. It's outdoors, also. My wife and I saw Tom Petty there around 3 or 4 years ago. Thoroughly enjoyed it all. 180 degrees From our experience in Charlotte.
Pros: Easy access from Highway....Host Good Artist..
Cons: Lawn area was supercrowded----Wondered if tickeds oversold?
05/07/2008 Posted by DellaPhillips
For the 1st time in 12 years I left the husband and kids at home so I could go to a concert and "enjoy" myself. Well imagine my sticker shock when I had to pay 4.00 for a bottled water. That was ok with me tho' because I was going to see Kid Rock, and it was worth every penny. Yeah, that was my thinking, until he stepped on stage and was no bigger than a dot from my section of the lawn,I tell my friends we will be able to see him on the big screens, this is 2008 and we have the big screens at all concerts (at least they do in Greensboro). But for what ever reason the Screens were not working? How can a money cow like this not keep the equipment working properly. It totally ruined my whole experience. I want my money back. If a live person would answer the phone I'd ask for a full refund. I would have never considered going to a concert that I would not be able to see! This joint gets 1 star from me, that's all it takes to unlock the doors!!!!
Pros: the gates were open
Cons: faulty equipment, monitors not working
Schedule
| 08/19/2008 | John Mayer |
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| 7:30 pm | ||
| 09/27/2008 | Mary J. Blige |
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| 7:30 pm | ||
| 10/03/2008 | Martina McBride Waking Up Laughing Tour |
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| 7:30 pm |
