PNC Music Pavilion facts for kids
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| Former names | Blockbuster Pavilion (1991-2001) Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre (2001-13) |
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| Location | 707 Pavilion Blvd. Charlotte, North Carolina 28262 |
| Coordinates | 35°19′38″N 80°42′41″W / 35.32735°N 80.711264°W |
| Owner | Live Nation |
| Operator | Live Nation |
| Type | Outdoor amphitheatre |
| Seating type | reserved, lawn |
| Capacity | 19,500 |
| Opened | July 4, 1991 |
The PNC Music Pavilion is a large outdoor concert venue in Charlotte, North Carolina. It's a popular spot for big music shows and festivals. This amphitheater can hold up to 19,500 people, with some seats under a roof and a big grassy area where people can sit on blankets.
The venue opened on July 4, 1991. It was first known as the Blockbuster Pavilion, then later as the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre. Today, it's called PNC Music Pavilion because of a special agreement with PNC Bank. It's operated by Live Nation, a company that puts on many concerts.
You can find the amphitheater in the University City area of Charlotte, close to major highways. It hosts all sorts of music, like rock, pop, country, and jazz, plus many special events and traveling festivals.
A Look Back at Famous Shows
The PNC Music Pavilion has seen many famous artists over the years. It's a popular stop for summer tours, often hosting shows between Raleigh and Atlanta.
Memorable Performances
- In 1993, Paul McCartney, a former member of The Beatles, played his last North American concert of "The New World Tour" here. The show was even shown on TV!
- In 2005, Simon Le Bon from the band Duran Duran famously joked about Charlotte, calling it "Charlotte, Virginia."
- Big music festivals like Vans Warped Tour and Ozzfest often made stops at this venue, bringing many different bands to Charlotte.
Concerts Through the Years
Many popular artists and bands have performed at the PNC Music Pavilion. Here are just a few examples of the types of shows that have taken place:
- Rock bands like Aerosmith, Def Leppard, and Green Day have rocked the stage.
- Country stars such as Alan Jackson, Brad Paisley, and Luke Bryan have entertained huge crowds.
- Pop and R&B artists like Christina Aguilera, Janet Jackson, and Backstreet Boys have also performed.
- The venue has hosted many festivals, bringing together multiple artists for a day of music.
See also
- List of contemporary amphitheatres
- Live Nation
