Freedom Mortgage Pavilion facts for kids
| Former names | Blockbuster-Sony Music Entertainment Centre (1995–2001) Tweeter Center (2001–2008) Susquehanna Bank Center (2008–2015) BB&T Pavilion (2015–2022) Waterfront Music Pavilion (2022) |
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| Address | 1 Harbour Blvd Camden, New Jersey |
| Location | Camden Waterfront |
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| Owner | New Jersey Economic Development Authority |
| Operator | Live Nation Entertainment |
| Type | Outdoor amphitheatre (summer) Indoor theater (winter) |
| Seating type | Pit, Reserved, Lawn |
| Capacity | 25,488 (7,000 indoor) |
| Opened | June 1995 |
The Freedom Mortgage Pavilion is a cool place in Camden, New Jersey. It's an outdoor amphitheatre and indoor theater complex. You can find it in the Camden Waterfront area, right on the Delaware River. It's directly across from Philadelphia.
Since it opened in June 1995, this venue has had many different names. It was once known as the Waterfront Music Pavilion, BB&T Pavilion, Susquehanna Bank Center, Tweeter Center, and the Blockbuster-Sony Music Entertainment Centre.
History of the Pavilion's Name
The Freedom Mortgage Pavilion first opened its doors in June 1995. Back then, it was called the Blockbuster-Sony Music Entertainment Centre. This name came from two big companies, Blockbuster and Sony Music Entertainment.
On April 1, 2001, the venue got a new name. It was renamed the Tweeter Center after Tweeter bought the naming rights. In 2008, Susquehanna Bank took over the naming rights. This meant the venue became the Susquehanna Bank Center.
Later, on August 1, 2015, a bank called BB&T bought Susquehanna Bank. So, the venue's name changed again to the BB&T Pavilion. On January 31, 2022, it was announced that the name would change to the Waterfront Music Pavilion. Just a few months later, in May 2022, it was renamed once more to its current name, the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion.
What's Inside?
This amazing place is open all year round! During the summer, it works as a huge outdoor amphitheater. It can hold up to 25,488 people. There's a big grassy area where you can sit and watch shows. It also has large video screens and special sound systems. From here, you get a clear view of the Philadelphia skyline, the Delaware River, and the Benjamin Franklin Bridge.
When it gets colder, in the fall and winter, the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion changes. It becomes a fully enclosed, climate-controlled theater. This indoor space can hold up to 7,000 people. It hosts all sorts of events, like concerts, Broadway plays, and family shows. You can buy tickets for seats or for standing room, depending on the event.
The Freedom Mortgage Pavilion is located right next to some other cool spots. These include the Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial, Wiggins Park, and the Adventure Aquarium.
See also
- Mann Center for the Performing Arts
- List of contemporary amphitheatres
- Camden County Music Fair
- List of New Jersey music venues by capacity
