Guide to Outdoor Music Venues in Virginia

Whether you're looking to rock out in the pit, hang in a VIP area, or stretch out on a lawn, Virginia's outdoor music venues have everything you need to enjoy an evening of music with your favorite artists. 

Check out our guide to outdoor music venues in Virginia, plus restaurants and breweries that are ready to bring the tunes. Plus, don't miss the unique outdoor music events that you can only experience in Virginia. 

COASTAL VIRGINIA

Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater—Virginia Beach

Open since 1996, this amphitheater has room for 20,000 and is under half an hour from the oceanfront. 

Who's Playing: Pitbull, Billy Idol, TLC & Salt-N-Pepa
 

The Dome by Rutter Mills—Virginia Beach

Located steps from the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, The Dome is a reimagining of the iconic Virginia Beach venue that closed its doors in the 1990s. The indoor-outdoor music hall increases its capacity by 1,500 when the outdoor viewing area is open.

Who's Playing: Fetty Wap, Chief Keef, Steve Lacy, The Stray Cats
 

Portsmouth Pavilion—Portsmouth

Shows at the waterfront Portsmouth Pavilion feel intimate with its central location and 6,500 capacity. Don't want to worry about parking? Take the Elizabeth Ferry from Norfolk and it'll drop you off steps from the venue. 
 

NORTHERN VIRGINIA

Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts—Vienna

Wolf Trap is a one-of-a-kind venue on 117 acres of National Park land in Fairfax. Outdoor events take place at the Filene Center, a covered amphitheater with over 7,000 seats and a sweeping lawn area. 

Who's Playing: Jon Batiste, James Taylor, Squeeze, Erykah Badu
 

Jiffy Lube Live—Bristow 

Over 25,000 fans can see the biggest names in music at Jiffy Lube Live in Prince William County. 

Who's Playing: Iron Maiden, Summer Walker, Chris Stapleton
 

NOVA Live—Manassas

Eat, drink, stay, and rock out to live music at NOVA Live. The all-in-one campus has 21 acres of restaurants, food trucks, a brewery, a distillery, and multiple performance stages where local and regional artists play. 
 

CENTRAL VIRGINIA

Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront—Richmond

Nestled between downtown Richmond and the James River, this 7,500-capacity amphitheater provides an intimate experience with big-name artists. 

Who's Playing: Kehlani, Goo Goo Dolls, Phish
 

Brown's Island—Richmond

With concert series like the beloved Friday Cheers and LiVE LOUD shows, Brown's Island remains a hotspot for musical performances on the Richmond riverfront. 

Who's Playing: Sierra Ferrell, Turnstile, Dylan Gossett
 

Innsbrook Pavilion—Richmond

The Innsbrook Pavilion in Glen Allen is home to the After Hours Concert Series, which features big names and tribute acts that'll have you dancing the night away. 

Who's Playing: Brothers Osborne, Blues Traveler & Gin Blossoms 
 

VIRGINIA PIEDMONT

Ting Pavilion—Charlottesville

You'll find this 3,500-seat amphitheater on the eastern end of the popular Downtown Mall, which makes for convenient shopping and dining before or after your show. 

Who's Playing: Sierra Ferrell, Willie Nelson & Family, Rainbow Kitten Surprise
 

SHENANDOAH VALLEY

Lime Kiln Theater—Lexington

Known for its summer concert series, the Lime Kiln Theater has hosted folk, bluegrass, and Americana artists, among other performers, since 1984. 
 

VIRGINIA MOUNTAINS & SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA

Dr. Pepper Park—Roanoke

Bring a lawn chair or blanket and take in a show at this Roanoke venue that's known for electric tribute acts and national touring artists. 

Blue Ridge Music Center—Galax

Catch bluegrass, old-time, and Americana shows at this venue and museum. 

"Who's playing" section based on current year venue calendar. Concerts may have already passed; check venue website for most accurate schedule. 

RESTAURANTS & BREWERIES

Hundreds of breweries and other businesses around the state bring live music to their outdoor spaces. Here are some of the largest venues with consistent concerts on the books. 

• Main Line Brewery—Richmond
• Hardywood Park Craft Brewery—Richmond
• Brambly Park—Richmond
• Lickinghole Creek Craft Brewery—Goochland
• Blue Mountain Brewery—Afton
• Keswick Vineyards—Keswick
• The Shanty—Cape Charles
• Stable Craft Brewing & Kitchen—Waynesboro
• Starr Hill Brewery—Multiple Locations
   

UNIQUE OUTDOOR MUSIC EVENTS

Feel the music in new ways when you attend a special concert series or event in Virginia. 

Concerts by Canoe—Franklin

This free summer series takes place on Philpott Lake. Concertgoers can bring their canoe, kayak, SUP, or other floating device and paddle to an ideal place to watch the lakeside show. 

Porchella—Charlottesville

Walk the streets of the historic Belmont neighborhood and take in a series of free acoustic front porch concerts and jam sessions.  

Oceanfront Concert Series—Virginia Beach

Local parks along the Virginia Beach Boardwalk host free concerts all summer long. After a day of surfing, shopping, and lazing on the beach, take in a show. 

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