Northwell at Jones Beach Theater Seating Chart
Northwell at Jones Beach Theater is an open-air amphitheater at 895 Bay Parkway in Wantagh, New York, on Zachs Bay in Jones Beach State Park. Live Nation says it opened in 1952 on the site of Zach's Bay Stadium, and it was built partly over the water. After damage from Hurricane Sandy it reopened in 2013, and a nearly two-year renovation upgraded more than 7,000 seats before the 2024 season. Live Nation lists its capacity at up to 13,855.
Quick answer
Live Nation, which runs Northwell at Jones Beach Theater, lists its capacity at up to 13,855. The 15,000 figure often quoted dates from a 1998 expansion. The venue is an open-air amphitheater.
- Seats run from lettered sections A to H up through the 100, 200 and 300 sections.
- General parking in Fields 4 and 5 is free.
- Lawn chairs aren't allowed, and bags must be clear, apart from a small clutch.
- The concert shuttle bus no longer runs.
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Sections at Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
Northwell at Jones Beach Theater has lettered sections near the stage, three tiers of numbered sections behind them, suites, and two clubs. The layout below is read from the seat map linked from the venue's own event listings.
- Lettered sections — A to H nearest the stage, with numbered boxes among them
- 100 sections — 101 to 107
- 200 sections — 201 to 207, with suites behind the middle sections
- 300 sections — 301 to 311 at the back
- CITI VIP Club — a multi-level lounge with views of Zachs Bay
- 40 Bay Club — a members-only club with a rooftop deck, opened in 2024
Best seats at Northwell at Jones Beach Theater
We found no official best-seat guide or any note on shade, and the venue describes itself as open-air. On the map, lettered sections A to H are closest to the stage. An arc of numbered boxes runs between the A to D and E to H rows, with another box block between F and G. The 100, 200 and 300 sections rise behind them. The map also shows suites behind the middle 200 sections. An elevator near Tunnel D serves the 200 and 300 sections, and one inside the VIP club serves the 100s.
Tips before you go
General parking in Fields 4 and 5 is free, with paid reserved and other upgrade lots closer in. Bags must be clear and up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, or a 6 by 9 inch clutch, and lawn chairs aren't allowed. The venue takes only credit or debit, with cash-to-card kiosks near Tunnel D, and entry is by mobile ticket, though paper tickets already mailed are still honored. There's no concert bus anymore; the Freeport and Wantagh LIRR stations are a 10 to 15 minute taxi or rideshare away.
How to read the Northwell at Jones Beach Theater seating chart
The sections nearest the stage carry letters, A to H, with numbered boxes between the rows. Behind the floor, the 100 sections run 101 to 107, the 200 sections 201 to 207 and the 300 sections 301 to 311.
On the map, suites sit behind the middle 200 sections. The CITI VIP Club looks out over Zachs Bay, and the 40 Bay Club is a members-only club with a rooftop deck.
Accessible parking in Field 5 is first come, first served with a valid placard. An elevator near Tunnel D serves the 200 and 300 sections, and Listen Everywhere assistive listening is offered. A sensory room is in the main plaza near the Ticket Concierge and Sunset Bar.
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The venue hosts private events for up to 13,855 seated or 10,000 for a reception in the amphitheater. The VIP Club holds 2,000 for a reception, and the Vinyl Room holds 250.
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Open the seating chart generatorFrequently asked questions
- What is the capacity of Jones Beach Theater?
- Live Nation, which runs Northwell at Jones Beach Theater, lists its capacity at up to 13,855. The 15,000 figure often quoted dates from a 1998 expansion. The venue is an open-air amphitheater.
- What are the best seats at Northwell at Jones Beach Theater?
- We found no official best-seat guide or any note on shade, and the venue describes itself as open-air. On the map, lettered sections A to H are closest to the stage. An arc of numbered boxes runs between the A to D and E to H rows, with another box block between F and G. The 100, 200 and 300 sections rise behind them. The map also shows suites behind the middle 200 sections. An elevator near Tunnel D serves the 200 and 300 sections, and one inside the VIP club serves the 100s.
- What sections does Northwell at Jones Beach Theater have?
- Main sections include: Lettered sections — A to H nearest the stage, with numbered boxes among them; 100 sections — 101 to 107; 200 sections — 201 to 207, with suites behind the middle sections. Full breakdown in the sections list above.
- Where is Northwell at Jones Beach Theater located?
- Northwell at Jones Beach Theater is at 895 Bay Parkway, Wantagh, NY 11793. VIP parking is Lot 5A, for VIP, Premier, Reserved and Easy Out parking ticket holders, reached from Bay Parkway heading east. The box office opens only on event days, from noon to 9 pm.
- How do I plan a private event at Northwell at Jones Beach Theater?
- Ask Live Nation's events team about the amphitheater or the VIP Club. After that, turn the Northwell at Jones Beach Theater guest list into a printable chart with our free maker.