Jerry Garcia Amphitheater 40 John F Shelley Drive, San Francisco, CA 94134
About the Business
The Jerry Garcia Amphitheater, located at 40 John F Shelley Drive in San Francisco, California, is a Greek-style amphitheater situated in McLaren Park. This outdoor venue hosts a variety of concerts and events throughout the year, utilizing the park's natural surroundings to provide stunning views and excellent acoustics for attendees. Named in honor of Jerry Garcia from The Grateful Dead, who spent his childhood in the adjacent Excelsior neighborhood, the amphitheater has a seating capacity of 1200 and space for additional seating on blankets and folding chairs. Designed by Architect Alex Yuill-Thornton and constructed by Warner and Levikow, Inc., the venue was opened on October 16, 1971, with upgrades made in 2000 to enhance facilities for attendees. The Recreation and Park Commission officially named the venue "Jerry Garcia Amphitheater" on July 21, 2005, leading to celebrations such as "Jerry Day" to commemorate Garcia's life and music. With its rich history and beautiful setting, the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater is a must-visit destination for music lovers and fans of The Grateful Dead.
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40 John F Shelley Dr, San Francisco, CA 94134, United States
Reviews
"Great place to walk your dog, I have yet to see a performance here, but my dog loves to sniff and roam around here."
"What a lovely live free concert, not too crowded, great local vendors set up, and pleasant, park setting"
"Plenty of free parking, short walk to the venue, lots of seating and a clean restrooms."
"Great small outdoor theater space with good acoustics and space to picnic. Semi-accesible via public transit: just be prepared for a 7-10 minute walk from the bus stop. Would definitely encourage people to bring a blanket though if you're not in the stadium seats."
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