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About The J. Dan Talbott Amphitheatre
The J. Dan Talbott Amphitheatre sits nestled inside My Old Kentucky Home State Park in Bardstown, Kentucky. An outdoor venue with a natural, wooded setting, it offers an intimate yet expansive atmosphere for concerts and performances. With a total capacity around 1,450 and front-of-house seating for about 1,400, this amphitheatre blends seasonal outdoor charm with quality acoustics for a memorable night out in Kentucky’s Bluegrass region.
Whether you’re a longtime Stephen Foster enthusiast or discovering this cultural hub for the first time, you’ll find a welcoming, straightforward ticket-buying experience here. We’ve got you covered on how to secure your seats, where to park, and where to stay nearby—all with practical details you can count on.
Plan your visit to The J. Dan Talbott Amphitheatre with practical tips: park on-site in My Old Kentucky Home State Park, consider CKCATS or rideshare for transit, and explore nearby Bardstown hotels such as SureStay by Best Western General Nelson Bardstown, Old Bardstown Inn, and Bardstown Motor Lodge. The venue is historically tied to the Stephen Foster Story and other Stephen Foster–themed performances, reflecting Bardstown’s rich musical heritage since the 1950s. For the best experience, secure your tickets early through a trusted partner, check event details for the date, and arrive prepared for an outdoor show in varying Kentucky weather.
We’ve highlighted partner recommendations for convenient hotel stays and dining options near the park to make your visit easy. If you’re planning a multi-day trip, treat each event date as standalone, and always verify parking and accessibility details when you purchase your tickets.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: J. Dan Talbott Amphitheatre, My Old Kentucky Home State Park, 411 E Stephen Foster Ave, Bardstown, KY 40004 (park address; amphitheatre sits within).
- Capacity: about 1,400–1,450 seats (front-of-house ~1,400; total capacity often cited as 1,450).
- Venue type: Outdoor amphitheatre in a natural wooded setting within a state park.
- Seating chart: No publicly published, official seating chart; capacity is distributed across front-of-house seating, terrace/front rows, and lawn/general admission areas.
- Parking: Park-wide parking is available; ample on-site parking within My Old Kentucky Home State Park; (off-site/adjacent options exist in Bardstown).
- Transit: Public transport exists in Nelson County via CKCATS (door-to-door service) and regional options; consider rideshare or car for Bardstown travel.
- Nearby hotels: Several Bardstown options, e.g., SureStay by BW General Nelson Bardstown (about 1 mile from the park), Old Bardstown Inn, and Bardstown Motor Lodge.
- Notable events hosted: The Stephen Foster Story (theatre production by The Stephen Foster Drama Association) and other Stephen Foster–related performances; the venue has hosted events since the 1950s and remains a key local cultural site.