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The Coves Amphitheater Tickets
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- Lakeside Outdoor Concert Venue at Smith Mountain Lake, VA
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About The Coves Amphitheater
The Coves Amphitheater is a lakeside, intimate outdoor concert venue seamlessly integrated into The Coves community along Smith Mountain Lake in Union Hall, Virginia. With terraced Gold Seating close to the stage, General Admission hillside viewing, and ADA-accessible Skyboxes, the venue offers a versatile, relaxed setting for nationally touring acts and charitable partnerships. The box office opens on show days starting at 4:00 PM, making it easy to secure your seats or pick up will-call. Whether you’re a local resident or a traveler chasing a coastal-like lake vibe, we’ve got you covered with practical details to help you plan a smooth, enjoyable night of live music.
Plan ahead for parking (four dedicated fields with staff-guided directions) and note that tailgating isn’t allowed. The Coves Amphitheater does not have a dedicated public transit system; the nearest Amtrak stations are Roanoke and Lynchburg, with Roanoke Regional (ROA) and Lynchburg (LYH) airports serving air travelers. For overnight stays, consider nearby hotels such as The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center (Roanoke), Halesford Harbour Inn (Moneta), Lake Inn (Moneta), and other Bedford/Moneta-area options within a reasonable drive. The venue regularly hosts a mix of nationally touring acts, including Old Crow Medicine Show, The Wallflowers, Tower of Power, The Mavericks, Legacy Motown Revue, Vivaldi’s Four Seasons performances, and more, often announcing annual lineups and charity partnerships. Secure your seats with confidence—we’ve got you covered for a smooth, hassle-free booking experience.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 301 Ivy Lane, Union Hall, VA 24176 (The Coves Amphitheater box office location listed as this address).
- Venue type: Outdoor amphitheater integrated into The Coves community along Smith Mountain Lake; described as a lakeside, intimate concert venue.
- Seating options: Gold Seating (terraced near stage), General Admission hillside, and Skyboxes with ADA accessibility; box office open on show days starting at 4pm.
- Parking: Four parking fields with directions from staff; tailgating is not allowed.
- Transit: No dedicated public transit; nearest Amtrak stations are Roanoke, VA and Lynchburg, VA; nearby airports include Roanoke Regional (ROA) and Lynchburg (LYH). Distances to Roanoke are roughly 35-40 miles.
- Nearby hotels: The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center (Roanoke), Halesford Harbour Inn (Moneta), Lake Inn (Moneta), Bedford/Monteta-area options; all within driving distance of the venue.
- Notable events hosted: Old Crow Medicine Show (2025), The Wallflowers (2025), Tower of Power (2025), The Mavericks, Legacy Motown Revue, Vivaldi’s Four Seasons performances, and other nationally touring acts; the venue publishes annual concert lineups and charity partnerships.