Address: 500 South McDowell Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Box office phone: 919-996-8500 for information about Red Hat Amphitheater events.
Box office hours: The Red Hat Amphitheater box office is located at 500 South McDowell Street (outside Gate 1 and intersection of Cabarrus and McDowell Street). The box office is only open on show days 2-9pm. Please be advised days and times may vary for certain events, such as Wide Open Bluegrass, Band Together, Hopscotch and other events.

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Parking: Lenoir Street between Salisbury and McDowell Street South Street between Salisbury and McDowell Street Davie Street between McDowell and Dawson Street Cabarrus Street between McDowell and Dawson Street Salisbury Street between Cabarrus and Davie Street Accessible parking spaces are available on the first level of each garage.
Accessibility: This is an accessible venue.
Rules: - All guests are subject to bag searches and various levels of screening subject to artist or management discretion. - Please note the new Clear Bag Policy. We will allow clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC tote bags (no larger than 12"x6"x12") and or small clutch bags (no larger than 4.5"x6.5"). - Will Call is located at the box office and can be picked 2-9pm day of the show. - Professional cameras (those with a detachable lens) and video/audio recording devices are not permitted inside the amphitheater. The policy on non-professional cameras differs from show to show depending on each band's preference. - Lawn chairs are not permitted inside. You may bring a small blanket. - All children age 2 and under are allowed in for free. - Select shows will have a general admission pit. The pit will be sectioned off with no seats and will be standing room only. - No outside food or beverage with the exception of one factory-sealed bottle of water per person - Bags that do not meet our updated Bag Policy (above). - No umbrellas - No lawn chairs - No weapons of any kind, including pocket knives, wallet chains, mace. These items cannot be checked-in at Guest Services. - No alcohol - No drugs - No glass bottles or cans - No skateboards or in-line skates - No fireworks - No baby strollers - No professional cameras (those with a detachable lens), video and audio recording devices (including GoPros or tablets) - No selfie sticks - No hula hoops - No glow sticks - No smoking other than in designated smoking areas - No coolers - No sunscreen or bug spray (both will be available at Guest Services) - No moshing or crowd surfing Permitted Items: - One factory-sealed bottle of water per guest (maximum size of one liter) - Small blankets - Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC tote bags (no larger than 12"x6"x12") and/or small clutch bags (no larger than 4.5"x6.5") - Portable cell phone charger stick
Children: Age limit to enter : 2 and under are free

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Red Hat Amphitheater: FAQs

What's on at Red Hat Amphitheater?

Red Hat Amphitheater has 2 upcoming events. Next up: Steve Lacy: Oh yeah? Tour on Friday, October 23, 2026.

Where is Red Hat Amphitheater?

Red Hat Amphitheater is located at 500 South McDowell Street, Raleigh, NC, 27601.

Is there parking at Red Hat Amphitheater?

Lenoir Street between Salisbury and McDowell Street South Street between Salisbury and McDowell Street Davie Street between McDowell and Dawson Street Cabarrus Street between McDowell and Dawson Street Salisbury Street between Cabarrus and Davie Street Accessible parking spaces are available on the first level of each garage.

Does Red Hat Amphitheater have accessible seating?

This is an accessible venue.

When is the Red Hat Amphitheater box office open?

The Red Hat Amphitheater box office is located at 500 South McDowell Street (outside Gate 1 and intersection of Cabarrus and McDowell Street). The box office is only open on show days 2-9pm. Please be advised days and times may vary for certain events, such as Wide Open Bluegrass, Band Together, Hopscotch and other events.

What is the nearest station to Red Hat Amphitheater?

The nearest station is Raleigh (Train station), about 610 m from Red Hat Amphitheater.

Which hotels are closest to Red Hat Amphitheater?

The closest places to stay are Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown (210 m), Raleigh Marriott City Center (260 m), and Tempo by Hilton Raleigh Downtown (270 m).