Coastal Credit Union Music Park facts for kids
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| Former names | Walnut Creek Amphitheatre (1991–98, 2007-08, 2013-16) Alltel Pavilion (1999–2007) |
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| Address | 3801 Rock Quarry Rd Raleigh, North Carolina, U.S. 27610-5123 |
| Location | Southeast Raleigh |
| Owner | City of Raleigh |
| Operator | Live Nation Entertainment |
| Type | Outdoor amphitheater |
| Capacity | 20,601 |
| Construction | |
| Opened | July 4, 1991 |
| Construction cost | $13.5 million ($31.9 million in 2022 dollars ) |
| Website | |
| www.livenation.com | |
The Coastal Credit Union Music Park is a large outdoor concert venue in Raleigh, North Carolina. It's a special type of outdoor theater called an amphitheater. This park is famous for hosting many big music shows. It was once known as the Walnut Creek Amphitheatre and also the Alltel Pavilion.
This concert park is part of a huge area, about 77 acres (31 hectares) in size. It is located near Walnut Creek in southeast Raleigh. You can find it close to major highways like I-40 and I-440.
The City of Raleigh helped build the park, with some private help too. It cost $13.5 million to build. The park first opened its doors on July 4, 1991. The very first band to play there was the Connells.
The park can hold a lot of people, about 20,601 in total. Around 6,847 seats are covered, which is great for rainy days. Another 13,653 people can sit on the open grassy area, often called the lawn. Live Nation Entertainment, a company that organizes concerts, manages the park for the City of Raleigh.
Concerts and Events at the Park
The Coastal Credit Union Music Park has hosted many famous musicians and bands over the years. People come from all over to see their favorite artists perform live. Here are some of the popular events and artists who have played at the park:
Music Stars and Bands
- Aerosmith: This legendary rock band played many times, starting in 1993. They brought their "Get a Grip" and "Nine Lives" tours to Raleigh.
- The Allman Brothers Band: This band was a frequent visitor, performing almost every year from 1991 to 2013. They were known for their long, exciting shows.
- Jimmy Buffett: Fans of Jimmy Buffett, known as "Parrotheads," loved his many shows at the park. He played there almost every year from 1991 to 2022, bringing his relaxed, beachy vibe.
- Dave Matthews Band: This popular band has played at the park more than 20 times! They started in 1995 and continued to perform regularly, including shows in 2024.
- Kenny Chesney: A big country music star, Kenny Chesney brought his tours to the park many times. His "No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problems" and "Somewhere in the Sun" tours were very popular.
- Luke Bryan: Another country music favorite, Luke Bryan has performed at the park multiple times since 2013, including his "Dirt Road Diaries" and "Kick the Dust Up" tours.
- Toby Keith: This country singer was a regular performer, bringing his "Unleashed" and "Shock'n Y'all" tours to the park.
- Rascal Flatts: This country group also played many shows, including their "Me and My Gang" and "Rewind" tours.
- Brad Paisley: Brad Paisley, a well-known country artist, has performed at the park many times, including his "Time Well Wasted" and "American Saturday Night" tours.
- Brooks and Dunn: This country duo brought their "Neon Circus and Wild West Show" to the park several times.
- Jason Aldean: Jason Aldean has also been a frequent performer, with tours like "My Kinda Party" and "Burn It Down."
- Florida Georgia Line: This country duo brought their "Anything Goes" and "Dig Your Roots" tours to the park.
- Dierks Bentley: Dierks Bentley has performed his "Riser" and "Sounds of Summer" tours at the park.
- Chris Stapleton: This popular singer has brought his "All American Roadshow" to the park in recent years.
- Morgan Wallen: Morgan Wallen performed his "Dangerous Tour" at the park in 2022.
- Post Malone: This artist brought his "Beerbongs & Bentleys Tour" in 2018 and has a show planned for October 2024.
- Foo Fighters: This rock band played their "Everything or Nothing at All Tour" in May 2024.
- Red Hot Chili Peppers: This famous rock band performed their "Unlimited Love Tour" in June 2024.
- Willie Nelson: The legendary Willie Nelson brought his "Outlaws Music Festival Tour" in June 2024, featuring other great artists like Bob Dylan.
- New Kids on the Block: This popular group brought their "Magic Summer Tour" in July 2024.
- Third Eye Blind: This band performed their "Summer Gods Tour" in July 2024.
- Staind: This rock band is scheduled to perform in September 2024.
- Megadeath: This metal band is scheduled to perform in September 2024.
- My Morning Jacket: This band is scheduled to perform in September 2024.
- Whiskey Myers: This band is scheduled to perform in October 2024.
- Kidz Bop: This popular kids' music group performed in 2023 and has a show scheduled for October 2024.
- Halsey: This artist has a show scheduled for May 2025.
- Tyler Childers: This artist has a show scheduled for April 2025.
- Keith Urban: This country star has a show scheduled for May 2025.
Other Notable Events
The park has also hosted many music festivals and special tours, bringing together multiple artists for big shows:
- Lollapalooza: This famous alternative rock festival came to the park several times in the 1990s.
- Ozzfest: A heavy metal music festival, Ozzfest, also made stops at the park.
- Lilith Fair: This festival featured female musicians and artists.
- H.O.R.D.E. Festival: This festival showcased jam bands and other rock acts.
- Farm Aid: This concert helps support family farmers and was held at the park in 2014.
- America's Most Wanted Music Festival: This festival featured various artists.
- Carnival of Madness: This tour brought together several rock bands.
- Country Throwdown: A festival for country music fans.
- Crüe Fest: A rock festival featuring Mötley Crüe and other bands.
- Honda Civic Tour: This tour often featured popular pop and rock artists.
- Mayhem Festival: Another heavy metal festival that visited the park.
- Projekt Revolution: A rock festival organized by Linkin Park.
- Rock Never Stops Tour: A tour featuring classic rock bands.
- Smokin' Grooves Festival: This festival featured hip-hop and R&B artists.
- SoulFest: A festival focused on soul and R&B music.
- Warped Tour: A punk rock and extreme sports festival.
- Uproar Festival: Another rock festival.
- Outlaw Music Fest: A festival featuring country and rock artists.
See also
- List of contemporary amphitheaters
- Live Nation
