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About Big Apple Circus at Verizon Amphitheatre Lot A
Welcome to the Big Apple Circus experience at Verizon Amphitheatre Lot A, part of the Ameris Bank Amphitheatre at Encore Park in Alpharetta, GA. With a total venue capacity of about 12,000 (roughly 7,000 covered seats and 5,000 lawn), this area offers a unique mix of seating and lawn viewing options. Lot A is one of the primary parking areas for events, with Lot B and Premier/VIP options also available. We’ve got you covered with practical tips on parking, transit, and nearby stays and dining to make your night easy and enjoyable.
Whether you’re a longtime circus fan or new to the Big Apple Circus, you’ll want solid directions, parking access details, and nearby lodging before you head out. This page provides an insider-friendly overview, including Lot A specifics, transit connections, and recommended nearby hotels and restaurants to help you secure your seats and plan your perfect evening.
Venue overview: Ameris Bank Amphitheatre at Encore Park sits at 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009. The venue has hosted a range of major touring acts since opening in 2008 and features an historically rich lineup of performances, including Big Apple Circus engagements in the past. For the Lot A configuration used by the circus, refer to the Lot A seating chart provided by ticket platforms. General seating charts for the amphitheatre are available for reference, but Lot A’s arrangement may differ. For the most accurate access, check your ticket details and the venue’s official guidance.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Venue: Ameris Bank Amphitheatre at Encore Park, Alpharetta, GA (address: 2200 Encore Parkway). Formerly Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre at Encore Park (2008–2017) and Verizon Amphitheatre (2017–2019).
- Capacity: 12,000 total (about 7,000 covered seats and 5,000 lawn).
- Location/Address: 2200 Encore Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009.
- Lot A parking: 1775 Founders Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009; Lot A is one of the main lots for events, with Lot B and Premier/VIP options also available.
- Parking access: Lots A and VIP have specific entry gates; lots are first-come, first-served; accessible parking is available.
- Transit: By car or rideshare; CobbLinc bus (2200 Encore Parkway area) and proximity to North Springs MARTA; official guidance and parking directions available on the venue site.
- Nearby hotels: Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Northpoint (10975 Georgia Lane, Alpharetta, GA 30022) and Hyatt Place Atlanta Alpharetta/North Point Mall (7500 N Point Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA 30022); additional options include Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Alpharetta/Avalon Area (12655 Deerfield Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30004).
- Notable events hosted: Since opening in 2008, the venue has hosted major touring acts, concerts and South-era performances including events opening with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra; the Big Apple Circus has previously staged shows at the venue when it was the Verizon Amphitheatre.
- Seating chart note: For the Big Apple Circus Lot A configuration, use the Lot A seating chart provided by ticket platforms; general venue seating charts exist for the amphitheatre (not the circus tent).