Since its opening in 1981, Irvine's Verizon Wireless Amphitheater (formerly Irvine Meadows Amphitheater) has been one of the premiere outdoor amphitheaters serving Los Angeles and Orange counties.
Directions
From the 405 Freeway South:
405 South to Irvine Center Drive exit, turn right onto Irvine Center Drive and proceed approximately 1/2 mile. Verizon Wireless Amphitheater is on the right-hand side. Or exit at Bake Parkway, turn right, proceed to Irvine Center Dr. Turn right, Verizon Wireless Amphitheater is on your left.
From the 5 Freeway North:
5 North to Lake Forest Drive exit, turn left onto Lake Forest Drive, proceeding to Irvine Center Drive. Turn right onto Irvine Center Drive and proceed approximately 1/2 mile. Verizon Wireless Amphitheater is on the left-hand side. Or exit at Bake Parkway, turn right, proceed to Irvine Center Dr. Turn right, Verizon Wireless Amphitheater is on your left.
From the 5 Freeway South:
5 South to Lake Forest Drive, turn right onto Lake Forest Drive, proceeding to Irvine Center Drive. Turn right onto Irvine Center Drive and proceed approximately 1/2 mile. Verizon Wireless Amphitheater is on the left-hand side. Or exit at Bake Parkway, turn right, proceed to Irvine Center Dr. Turn right, Verizon Wireless Amphitheater is on your left.
Parking
Parking is included in the ticket price for most concerts. When it is not included, the parking fee will be posted at the entrance to the parking lot.
Preferred Parking is $20.00. One Way Valet Parking is also available for $40.00. Both are available online for purchase in advance or at the venue day of show, subject to capacity limitations.
Handicapped parking is available on a first come, first serve basis and is located directly in front of the Box Office.
General and Box Office Information
Phone: 949-855-8095
General Office Hours: 9a-5p, M-F; Box Office Hours: 10a-2p M-F during season only. The Box Office opens at 12 Noon on event days.
Verizon Wireless Amphitheater accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, or Cash.
Will Call
Live Nation/Ticketmaster Will Call is generally available 2 hours prior to show time. Artist Will Call is generally available 1 hour prior to show time.
General Rules
Prohibited Items: Professional cameras, strollers, tents, canopies, flyers, frisbees, laser pointers, musical instruments, sharp or dangerous items, weapons, stickers, banners, backpacks, chairs, tables, barbecues, coolers, beverages other than water.
Allowed Items: (1) Factory sealed 20oz or less bottle of water, (1) empty water bottle, non-professional cameras (depending on event camera policy, call in advance for details), low back and low seat lawn chairs (must not be anymore than 6 inches off the ground), one gallon plastic bag of food, blankets, towels.
**PLEASE NOTE** For the safety of fellow guests, certain events will prohibit lawn chairs, blankets, and towels. If you have purchased a lawn seat, you will not be refunded due to prohibiting these items. ALL SOLD OUT SHOWS HAVE A NO CHAIR/BLANKET/TOWEL POLICY AND IT IS STRICTLY ENFORCED. Please call the Amphitheater before your event to inquire about prohibited items specific to the event you are attending.
**PLEASE NOTE** Prohibited items may change at any time. This list is to be used as a general guideline and is subject to change without warning or notification.
Audio, Video, and Camera Policy:
Audio, video, and camera policies are determined on a show by show basis. As a general rule, no professional cameras (with long range, detachable lenses), GoPro cameras, iPads/tablets, video cameras, or audio recording equipment will be allowed inside the venue. Personal cameras are allowed in the venue. Flash photography, video and removable lens cameras are not permitted without venue approval. Please contact the venue for specific policies regarding your selected show. This information may not be available in some cases until (1) hour prior to doors opening.
Children Rules
Children over 2 years old need a ticket.
Nearby Hotels
W Huntington Beach
6.8 miles from the venue
4100 MacArthur Blvd.
Newport Beach, California 92660
(312) 970-2934
The Westin South Coast Plaza, Costa Mesa
9.6 miles from the venue
686 Anton Boulevard
Costa Mesa, California 92626
(714) 540-2500
Sheraton Garden Grove - Anaheim South Hotel
14.5 miles from the venue
12221 Harbor Boulevard
Garden Grove, California 92840
(714) 703-8400
Sheraton Anaheim Hotel
15.4 miles from the venue
900 South Disneyland Drive
Anaheim, California 92802
(714) 778-1700
Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort
15.4 miles from the venue
1855 South Harbor Boulevard
Anaheim, California 92802
(714) 750-1811
Sheraton Cerritos Hotel
23.3 miles from the venue
12725 Center Court Drive
Cerritos, California 90703
(562) 809-1500
The Westin Long Beach
26.9 miles from the venue
333 East Ocean Boulevard
Long Beach, California 90802
(562) 436-3000
Sheraton Fairplex Hotel & Conference Center
29.8 miles from the venue
601 West McKinley Avenue
Pomona, California 91768
(909) 622-2220
Sheraton Ontario Airport Hotel
31.3 miles from the venue
429 North Vineyard Avenue
Ontario, California 91764
(909) 937-8000
Aloft Ontario-Rancho Cucamonga
33.3 miles from the venue
10480 Fourth Street
Rancho Cucamonga, California 91730
(909) 484-2018
