When the weather's right, seeing a concert outdoors is one of the warmer seasons' many pleasures. Beyond the music, these creatively designed, legendary venues add even more to the concert-going experience. Soak in the atmosphere at these open-air venues, where you'll be surrounded by stunning landscapes while listening to top-notch acoustics.
If you;re looking for a truly memorable concert experience, be sure to pay a visit to one of the 10 best outdoor music venues in the U.S.
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Gorge Amphitheatre
Where: George, Washington
Since opening in 1985, the Gorge Amphitheatre has become known as one of the best (and most scenic) outdoor music scenes in the world. Settled near the Columbia River with the Cascade Mountains in the background, the performance space can fit more than 20,000 visitors, many of whom stay in the nearby campground before shows. The Gorge has hosted Pearl Jam, the Dave Matthews Band, Tom Petty, and many more notable performers over the years.
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Crosby Theatre
Where: Sante Fe, New Mexico
Surrounded by the Jemez and Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the Crosby Theatre is home to the Santa Fe Opera. The open-air theater features a stunning roof that curves to capture the “shape of the sound” and to collect rainwater, which is then stored and used for upkeep around the campus. The entire stage and mezzanine roofs span 26,616 square feet. The Crosby Theatre, named after opera company founder John Crosby, seats 2,128 guests (with additional standing room for 106) from around the world during its July and August opera season. Through the years, more than 1,600 performances have been given on the stage, including a mix of classic works and American and world premieres.
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Jay Pritzker Pavilion
Where: Chicago, Illinois
Designed by famous architect Frank Gehry, Jay Pritzker Pavilion is a stunning installation in Chicago’s Millennium Park and features 120-foot stainless steel ribbons and crisscrossing steel pipes that stretch over the Great Lawn. With a mix of fixed seating and lawn space, more than 11,000 can attend one of the park’s concerts, many of which are free. Home to the Grant Park Music Festival, the concert venue has also welcomed Jewel, Clint Black, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra to its stage. The Jay Pritzker Pavilion opened in the summer of 2004 and provides stunning views of Chicago’s skyline.
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