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Parks and Recreation Department
Riverfest Amphitheatre - Concerts Under the Stars
We have the best seats under the stars waiting for you and
your guests. Enjoy your favorite artists perform at the Riverfest
Amphitheatre, Little Rock's most delightful outdoor arena.
You'll be enticed by the pleasing sounds, gentle breezes and
the beauty of the Arkansas River ... certain to be a memorable
evening for all.
All shows
go on, rain or shine. There are no cancellations due to inclement
weather. For information about concerts in the Riverfest Amphitheatre,
call Ticketmaster.
General Information
The Riverfest
Amphitheatre is located in Riverfront Park, nestled along
the Arkansas River, in Little Rock, immediately off of I-30,
at the Markham Street exit. There are two entrances into the
Park. Gate 2 is designated as a general entry as well as an
entry for our patrons with disabilties.
The seven
and one half acre site was originally designed and built,
in 1987, as a multi-use stage and amphitheatre and held its'
first "for-pay" event in 1989. Due to the popularity
and success of the venue, it was clear that some refinement
would be required in order to serve citizens and performers
more effectively and safely.
Consequently,
in 1994 a planning process began that has evolved to include
1,375 reserved seats and 9,125 lawn seats, permanent restrooms,
dressing rooms for entertainers, and enhanced walkways.
The Riverfest
Amphitheatre is the site of many of Little Rock's concerts.
Because of the facility fee that was added to each ticket,
several improvements have been made which include: 1,375 fixed
seats, strengthening of the roof structure, additional concrete
pads for vending locations, and re-configuration of the VIP
fence.
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The
backdrop for the open-air Amphitheatre is the Arkansas
River. The city's River Market, Museum of Science and
History, Library and other shops surround the Amphitheatre
offering the visitor many choices for their enjoyment
and leisure time.
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Citti
Enterprises, Inc. provides food service for the Amphitheatre
during concerts offering many points of sale with little
waiting. Concessions include branded food products that
are indigenous to Arkansas and the deep South. Beverages
include: beer, soft drinks and bottled water.
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Purchasing
souvenirs is made easy from the merchandise kiosks located
in the plaza areas throughout the complex.
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sound system for each show is specifically geared to the
entertainment being featured. Production and sound engineers
surround guests with state-of-the-art speakers that are
strategically located on the stage. Plans call for a custom-built
system to send clear, clean music to every fan in the
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The
following items are not permitted to be brought into the
Amphitheatre:
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aerosol
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food
or drink |
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alcoholic
beverages |
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frisbees |
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balloons
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glass
containers |
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banners/signs
with sticks |
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guns |
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bottles
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knives |
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cans
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pets
(except seeing eye companions) |
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chairs
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radios |
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coolers
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recording
devices |
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fireworks
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video
cameras |
Standard
policy is 35 mm point and shoot cameras with no flash. On
certain shows a no camera policy will be enforced due to the
artist's request. Please contact the Promoter at 501-851-4300
for confirmation of the evening's camera policy.
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More Information |
Bryan
Day - Department Director
Parks and Recreation
Little Rock City Hall, Room #108
Little Rock, AR 72201
501-371-4770
Fax: 501-371-6832 |
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