Chastain Park Amphitheater — Attraction in Atlanta

The show I attended here was great but as far as the staff goes I believe that I had a very different experience compared to some of the other reviews. The staff was extremely rude and hostile. When I walked in I was greeted by a fairly kind staff member who told me that I could take pictures in the venue before the show started but that I couldn’t take pictures during the show. Once I got to my seat I decided to take a picture of the EMPTY stage but as soon as I pointed my phone I was yelled at by an old lady who said that we were not allowed to take pictures. I agreed even though I was still confused because the first staff member told me I could take pictures before the show. A couple of minutes later the person that I attended the show with went to get a drink but was gone for a very long time so I decided to text her to ask where she was but as soon I pulled my phone out the lady came up and yelled that had she already told me that I couldn’t have my phone out (she did not. What she said was I couldn’t take pictures) and said if she saw my phone again that I was going to be kicked out. It is also important to notes that at this time there was zero signs around the venue stating that we could not have our phones out before OR during the show and the sign stating that we couldn’t have our phones out during the performance did not pop up until 15 minutes after I was yelled at. Almost everyone around me had the exact same experience with the lady after I did most likely due to being given inaccurate information by the employee at the entrance and the lack of signs. I think everyone there shared in my uneasy feeling throughout the whole show because we felt that if they even saw a peak of our phone that we were going to be kicked out. I will never be attended a...

Seating is great; it's hard to get a bad view at this park. Surrounded by trees and nature, it's really got a great vibe. My biggest problem is that the staff are ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE. They wouldn't let us bring in a very small bag that could be worn as a backpack or purse, and yet we saw many other people with actual backpacks inside. They also won't even let you vape in the ampatheater area, you have to go outside one of the gates to do that. There were both security guards and cops on the inside, both taking their jobs way too seriously if you ask me.

We we're worried about parking, but it really wasn't a problem. We paid the $20 to park at a lot nearby, so we only had to walk about a quarter of a mile, up and down a few hills. There is parking directly across from one of the gates for easier access on foot, but it's a bit harder to get in and out of with your car. Still, the traffic wasn't horrible coming in or out, though it was present so definitely leave yourself an extra 15 minutes to deal with that.

Make sure you get your merch early, if you're going to, because the merch booth is in a TERRIBLE location where the line directly blocks a major thoroughfare. It's miserable. This is the case with several of their drink vendors too, but luckily there are a lot of alternative options if you don't want to get run over.

Bathrooms were nice and kept pretty clean throughout the night- there are multiple options here too if the line ever backs up, but even then the line goes fast because there are so many stalls.

All in all, if you keep your nose clean and don't try to bring anything in, or smoke, or cross a security guard, this is a great venue. Seats are pretty uncomfortable, so either bring padding or do a lot...

Great outdoor amphitheater but there are several issues to consider before attending a show there. Parking can be an issue but my chief complaint is the audience members who talk through the whole show thereby disrupting the enjoyment of those around them. An occassional comment about the show is to be expected, however constant chatter is rude and inconsiderate. For some reason this situation happens at Chastion at every show. I suspect it has to do with how Chastion sells ticket packages to several shows, and some attendees don't know or care who is onstage which makes it very frustrating to true fans of the artist they paid to see and hear. The venue itself is a classic though access can be difficult due to stairs and bottleneck traffic areas. When the weather is good, and fellow patrons are quiet this venue can be a real treat, however you should be prepared to suffer through inconsiderate neighbors. If the artist you want to see has quiet songs don't bother seeing them at Chastain! Seating is reasonably comfortable, but be aware there are no armrests or cup holders, which means you may be shoulder to shoulder with your neighbor, problematic when hit and humid. Some shows will allow you to bring a cooler which is nice, but be prepared to carry, rather than roll, your cooler due to stairs. Those with mobility issues should avoid this venue as there is little or no consideration for the handicap. Also, the amphitheater is in a neighborhood, there is a noise ordinance curfew at 11pm. Shows start early and end early...