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About Downtown Raleigh

Downtown Raleigh is a historic outdoor amphitheater-style venue owned by the City of Raleigh and operated by Live Nation. With a total capacity of 5,990—featuring fixed seating, movable seating, and a lawn area—this venue hosts major tours and events in the heart of Raleigh. As part of ongoing improvements to support the RCC expansion, the site is undergoing relocation to a new area with an anticipated opening window in 2026–2027. While events continue, you’ll find reliable access, comfortable viewing options, and convenient amenities across downtown Raleigh.

Whether you’re planning a night of live music, family-friendly performances, or a festival-like experience, we’ve got you covered with practical seating information, parking and transit details, plus nearby hotels and dining to help you plan the perfect outing.

From Maroon 5 and Paramore to orchestral performances by the NC Symphony, Downtown Raleigh has hosted a wide range of acts. The venue sits at 500 S McDowell St, Raleigh, NC 27601, and is easily reachable by car, public transit, and bike-share. Parking decks such as City Center Deck / Red Hat Deck, Performing Arts Parking Deck, Cabarrus Street Deck, and Wake County Parking Deck provide convenient options within a short walk. For those using public transit, GoRaleigh buses, the free R-LINE downtown circulator, and Cardinal Bikeshare/dockless services make getting to the show simple. Nearby hotels like Raleigh Marriott City Center, Sheraton Raleigh Hotel, and Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown offer convenient stays for out-of-town guests and locals alike. As an insider-friendly note, we recommend securing seats early when possible, checking the official seating map for accessible seating, and choosing a nearby hotel or dining option to maximize your evening in downtown Raleigh.

Upcoming events may be announced as date to be announced or RESCHEDULED from its original date, so please verify closer to showtime. When you’re ready to purchase, think of us as your trusted connection to tickets—no fuss, just straightforward access to great seats and memorable experiences.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 5,990 seats total (about 1,800 fixed seats, 2,700 movable seats, ~1,000 lawn).
  • Address: 500 S McDowell St, Raleigh, NC 27601.
  • Venue type: Outdoor amphitheater/concert theater owned by the City of Raleigh and operated by Live Nation.
  • Seating chart: Official seating map exists with sections and accessible seating; configurations include fixed, movable, and lawn areas.
  • Parking: Nearby decks include City Center Deck / Red Hat Deck (429 S Wilmington St), Performing Arts Parking Deck (128 W South St), Cabarrus Street Deck, and Wake County Parking Deck.
  • Transit: Connected to GoRaleigh, R-LINE (free downtown circulator), and Cardinal Bikeshare/dockless options.
  • Nearby hotels: Within walking distance are Raleigh Marriott City Center, Sheraton Raleigh Hotel, and Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown.
  • Notable events: Hosted acts like Maroon 5, Stone Temple Pilots, Vampire Weekend, Paramore, Chelsea Handler, Heart, Barenaked Ladies, and NC Symphony; Hopscotch festival has used City Plaza and Red Hat Amphitheater for stages.
  • Renaming/history: Opened as Raleigh Amphitheater in 2010, renamed Red Hat Amphitheater around 2012 after sponsorship.
  • Current status: Being relocated to a new site to accommodate RCC expansion; part of South Street was closed for construction; opening windows targeted for 2026–2027 with capacity expansion.