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About Hodgson Concert Hall

Hodgson Concert Hall is the centerpiece of the University of Georgia Performing Arts Center, hosting world-class artists and major ensembles in a spacious, festival-style setting. With a total capacity of 1,092 (1,100 estimates in some materials) and a seating layout designed to bring performers close to the audience, Hodgson Concert Hall delivers an intimate, immersive concert experience on the campus of Athens, Georgia.

Whether you’re attending a residency by the Atlanta Symphony, a recital by renowned soloists, or a dynamic string ensemble, we’ve got you covered with practical buying options, venue details, and nearby lodging and dining recommendations to help you plan your visit.

Below you’ll find essential information about seating, parking, transportation, and nearby hotels and restaurants, plus a quick look at notable past performances that highlight the hall’s impressive programming.

Venue specifics: Hodgson Concert Hall is part of the UGA Performing Arts Center, located at 230 River Road, Athens, GA 30602-7280. The seating chart breaks down as follows: Orchestra 287; Rear Orchestra 236; Balcony 351; Balcony sides 46; Chorus Loft 176; total 1,092. On-site parking options include the PAC surface lot (E11) and the PAC deck, with free parking in the surface lot after 6:00 PM and free weekend surface parking when not in use for UGA events. Paid parking in the PAC deck applies after 1:00 PM Monday–Thursday and all day Friday. Transit access includes on-campus Campus Transit routes and paratransit for mobility-impaired riders; fare-free travel is available for students and employees on campus. Nearby hotels and dining options prioritize convenient stays and meals for concert-goers, with affiliate partner recommendations to simplify your planning. For event dates, please check the specific the event listing for date and performer details. We’re here to secure your seats and help you enjoy the performance with ease.

Popular past performers include Itzhak Perlman, Yo-Yo Ma, James Galway, Dave Brubeck, Angela Hewitt, Dreamers’ Circus, and Sweet Honey in the Rock, along with the Atlanta Symphony residency bringing world-class orchestral programming to this Athens venue.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: about 1,100 (festival-style seating around the stage); technical packet lists total capacity of 1,092.
  • Address: Hodgson Concert Hall, Performing Arts Center, 230 River Road, Athens, GA 30602-7280.
  • Venue type: large concert hall within the University of Georgia Performing Arts Center; hosts world-class artists and major ensembles.
  • Seating chart: Orchestra 287; Rear Orchestra 236; Balcony 351; Balcony sides 46; Chorus Loft 176; total 1,092 (as per the 2023 Hodgson Concert Hall Technical Information Packet).
  • Parking: free for UGA Presents in the Performing Arts Center surface lot (E11) or PAC deck; paid parking in the PAC deck after 1:00 PM Mon–Thu and all day Fri; surface lot free after 6:00 PM; weekend parking free in the surface lot when not in use by UGA events.
  • Transit: on-campus Campus Transit provides routes to the PAC; live bus tracking via routes.uga.edu; paratransit available for mobility-impaired riders; transit services are fare-free for students and employees on campus.
  • Nearby hotels: on-campus Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel (1197 S. Lumpkin St., Athens, GA 30602-3603); SpringHill Suites Athens Downtown/University Area (220 S. Hull St.); Holiday Inn Express Athens - University Area (513 W. Broad St.).
  • Notable events: performers such as Itzhak Perlman, Yo-Yo Ma, James Galway, Dave Brubeck; Atlanta Symphony residency; recent performances include Angela Hewitt, Dreamers’ Circus, and Sweet Honey in the Rock.