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Ward Oates Amphitheatre in Frankfort, KY

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Welcome to River View Park, home to the Ward Oates Amphitheatre, an intimate open-air venue in Frankfort, Kentucky. With a capacity of roughly 200, this charming space hosts outdoor concerts and events from spring through fall, including the annual Bourbon on the Banks festival in October. Patrons bring their own seating, enjoying the concert vibe from grassy risers rather than fixed seats. The venue sits at 400 Wilkinson Blvd, across from the city’s downtown amenities, and is part of the picturesque River View Park complex.

Whether you’re visiting for a performance, a festival, or a community gathering, we’ve got you covered with practical tips on parking, transit, and nearby lodging and dining to help you plan a smooth, enjoyable evening.

Planning Your Visit: Practical Details

  • : Patrons bring their own seating. Seating is on grassy risers, so bring a blanket or portable chairs as allowed by park policy.
  • Capacity: Approx. 200 attendees, creating an intimate concert experience.
  • Parking: Parking and direct access are limited. Arrive early and consider ride-share options to minimize parking concerns.
  • Transportation: Frankfort Trolley service is currently canceled until April 2026. Demand Response transit is available as an alternative for attendees needing transportation within the city.
  • Season: Operates in spring through fall for events at the amphitheatre.
  • Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Capital Plaza Hotel sits across the street from River View Park, offering convenient lodging for event nights.
  • Local dining: There are several nearby dining options within walking distance to fuel up before or after events. See affiliate partner recommendations below for easy booking and added value.
  • Notable events: In addition to regular outdoor concerts, the park hosts the Bourbon on the Banks festival in October, drawing music lovers and festival-goers to the area.

Venue Details

  • Venue type: Open-air amphitheatre (Ward Oates Amphitheatre), a subfacility of River View Park.
  • Address: 400 Wilkinson Blvd, Frankfort, KY 40601
  • Accessibility: Public access points are available; check event day signage for accessible routes and first-aid stations.
  • River View Park – official site

For the best chance of securing your seats, plan ahead, check the event page for lineups, and consider bundled options with local lodging and dining partners. We’ve got you covered with trusted insider recommendations to simplify your visit.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Location: Ward Oates Amphitheatre within River View Park, 400 Wilkinson Blvd, Frankfort, KY 40601.
  • Venue type and capacity: Open-air Ward Oates Amphitheatre, capacity approximately 200 people.
  • Seating: Patrons bring their own seating; seating is on grassy risers rather than fixed stadium seating.
  • Parking and access: Parking and direct access are limited.
  • Transit: Frankfort Trolley service is canceled until April 2026; Demand Response transit is available as an alternative.
  • Nearby hotels: Holiday Inn Capital Plaza Hotel is located across the street from River View Park.
  • Notable events: Ward Oates Amphitheatre hosts outdoor concerts and events; Bourbon on the Banks festival is held at the park in October.
  • Operates in spring–fall for events; the amphitheatre is a subfacility of River View Park.