Been here a few times now and it's a great little venue. Easy to get in and out of for parking. Can check out some of the art installations and the Niagara River prior to the concert. They have some decently priced food inside the venue. Would definitely recommend getting a seat inside just in case of inclement weather. It's a pretty small venue so even the cheap seats should have a good view.
If you ever get a chance to see a music show here make it a cant miss. The venue and relaxed feeling is spectacular. Also very affordable for an exciting evening out. Food and drink is also very reasonable.
The concerts are awesome. They are affordable , safe, fun. You don't feel cramped & crowded like other places. I have seen several concerts there & was never disappointed.
Although a far-ish ride, we came to see Mary Poppins and it did not disappoint. The parking was easy and centrally located The theater was beautiful, and they allowed snacks and drinks inside which was a hugh bonus. We came on a beautiful summer day, so our experience was heightened due to that. The kids enjoyed running around in the play area before and after the show (every child in the place, actually!) The only con I would say is the bathroom situation, there is one tiny bathroom outside the theatre and the one inside the theatre fills up so fast and the line during intermission moved way too slow.
My family and I lucked out a scored a great spot to see Ringo in June. Unfortunately, there's nowhere too great to watch a concert while sitting down. It rained a lot that day and I was impressed that the show went on. My only problem with the location was the sheer amount of people they try to fit into the area. If don't come early, you probably won't score a good spot. Bring a chair and an umbrella if it's supposed to rain.
Nice location to watch an outdoor performance in the summer. But can get overcrowded for the Tuesday night summer concert series.
I went to Artpark quite a bit a few years ago and always enjoyed the entertainment and seating. Haven't been there lately but hope to get there again in the summertime.
I have been enjoying concerts at Art Park for 14 years. i am so lucky to live in Lewiston and be able to attend big name concerts for such a reasonable price and still get home in 15 minutes. (We know the short cuts). I think the volunteers handle the crowds well and it's worth purchasing a drink or meal for the reasonable price that we are getting to see such acts as Ringo Star, Heart, Hall and Oats, etc... I also love the dog park at Art Park which my dog enjoys on a regular basis.
Most people only know about Tuesday night concerts, which are great. But there's a lot more to Artpark. For starters it's a lovely place for a picnic along the Niagara River. There are art programs for kids all summer long. We enjoyed the free movie night outside, wish they had more of them! And there are shows for just about everyone, including a Broadway musical. This year they added "ArtParked" which was a free arts and craft show with a ton of vendors. We had a lot of fun and there was a nice selection of food vendors. I hope they continue this.We highly recommend visiting Artpark. Oh, and I am not downplaying Tuesday nights. Between my husband and myself we have not missed a Tuesday in the Park in the nine years we have lived here!
Artpark was once a shining star and is now a bit tarnished. It could be improved with better use of the lovely layout and upgraded outdoor concert amenities. Better yet, it should be utilized more in offering workshops for children, theater training, and artists-in-residence. I'd love to see an actual residence created as a summer resort for artists, somewhere in Lewiston or Youngstown to accomodate out-of-town artists. I'd also like to see a local artists on display type of event. A psychic fair would bring in tons of revenue if offered in the fall or summer. Partnering with Buffalo's Music is Art festival creators to bring in local musical artists as an offshoot venue would also be a great idea. You have the acreage - and there is plenty of talent in WNY. Additionally, promoting the LewPort high school musical or theater productions from N.U. and N.C.C. at the main concert hall would bring in more revenue as well. Be more creative and promote, promote, promote.