Alabama venue nominated for best amphitheater in the country—how to vote + when to visit

For the first time, USA Today’s annual readers’ choice awards include a list of the best amphitheaters across the country + one Alabama venue is in the running.

The Wharf Amphitheater in Orange Beach is an open-air venue with a capacity of up to 10,000 people for concerts. And it has been nominated by the national outlet for the 10Best Amphitheaters in the U.S.

You can head over to the USA Today website to vote once per day through May 12. The top 10 will be announced on May 21.

“The Wharf Amphitheater is a 10,000-seat, state-of-the-art amphitheater on Alabama’s Gulf Coast that offers excellent acoustics and sightlines, making it a favorite stop for major touring acts. This premier, open-air venue is one of the largest on the Gulf Coast, and its performance lineup is filled with hip-hop, country, and rock ‘n’ roll artists.”

USA Today 10Best

The Wharf Amphitheater

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The Wharf Ampitheater is officially located on Canal Road, just behind the Wharf shopping center. There are plenty of spots to visit for food or drinks or just to kill time before a show.

The venue’s upcoming calendar includes:

• Teddy Swims, May 12
• Keith Urban, May 22
• Tyler Childers, June 1
• The Red Clay Strays, July 3-5

Head over to The Wharf’s website for more information on how to get tickets + what to expect before you head to your next concert.

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