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About Longhorn Backyard Amphitheater

The Longhorn Backyard Amphitheater is an outdoor concert venue with a 6,500-person capacity, nestled adjacent to the Longhorn Ballroom on the Trinity River in Dallas. Opened as part of the Longhorn campus, the Backyard continues the venue’s legacy of hosting diverse live music in an inviting, open-air setting. Whether you’re here for a summer festival or a midweek show, we’ve got you covered with practical seating details, easy parking, transit options, and nearby hotel and restaurant recommendations to help you plan a smooth night out in Dallas.

Interactive seating maps are available for Longhorn Backyard events through Box Office Ticket Sales and SimpleSeats, so you can secure your seats with confidence before you arrive. The venue is accessible via downtown Dallas transit routes, with proximity to Akard Station and central downtown stops, making it convenient for fans across the city.

Parking consists of two self-parking lots adjacent to the venue, with a rideshare drop-off/pick-up area inside the courtyard. Paid parking can be managed via phone at arrival. For those staying in Dallas, a selection of nearby hotels offers convenient access to the venue:

  • Courtyard Dallas Downtown/Reunion District — 310 S Houston St, Dallas, TX 75202
  • Dallas Marriott Downtown — 650 N Pearl St, Dallas, TX 75201
  • Omni Dallas Hotel — 555 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202
  • The Westin Dallas Downtown — 1201 Main St, Dallas, TX 75202

Nearby restaurants and partner recommendations help you grab a bite before or after the show. We highlight trusted affiliates for hotel stays and dining to simplify planning. For the latest show lineup, note notable events such as Randy Rogers Band (Sept 2025 debut), La Mafia (Mar 28, 2026), Mt. Joy (Apr 24, 2026), and Braxton Keith (May 30, 2026). Remember, the Backyard is the outdoor component of the Longhorn campus, with the renovated Longhorn Ballroom continuing its live music tradition since reopening in 2023.

Seating: The venue offers a mix of general admission and reserved space within the 6,500-capacity outdoor arena. For the most precise seating options, check the interactive seating maps for each event via Box Office Ticket Sales or SimpleSeats. If you’re securing seats in real-time, we’ve got you covered—just choose your preferred great seats in the the section you want area and complete your purchase with ease.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 6,500 for the outdoor Backyard Amphitheater.
  • Venue type: Outdoor amphitheater adjacent to the Longhorn Ballroom on the Trinity River in Dallas.
  • Address: 216 Corinth Street, Dallas, TX 75207 (official venue listings; some official pages show alternate numbering; 216 Corinth St is the widely cited address).
  • Seating chart: Interactive seating maps are available via Box Office Ticket Sales and SimpleSeats for Longhorn Backyard events.
  • Parking: Two self-parking lots adjacent to the venue; rideshare drop-off/pick-up area inside the courtyard; paid parking via phone at arrival.
  • Transit: Downtown Dallas/DART access available in the area; major transit options are nearby (e.g., vicinity to Akard Station and central downtown transit routes).
  • Nearby hotels (examples): Courtyard Dallas Downtown/Reunion District (310 S Houston St, 75202); Dallas Marriott Downtown (650 N Pearl St, 75201); Omni Dallas Hotel (555 S Lamar St, 75202); The Westin Dallas Downtown (1201 Main St, 75202).
  • Notable events: Randy Rogers Band (Sept 2025 debut), La Mafia (Mar 28, 2026), Mt. Joy (Apr 24, 2026), Braxton Keith (May 30, 2026).
  • Renamed/demolished: The Backyard is a new outdoor stage opened as part of the Longhorn campus; the Longhorn Ballroom itself was renovated and reopened in 2023, and the Backyard continues as its outdoor component.