Nikon at Jones Beach Theater Reviews

My first time at any rock concert. It was a wonderful experience watching Deep Purple and Judas Priest in concert at this beautiful venue.

The events and performances are great. However, the venue for the events needs work. I was really disappointed in the last few concerts I went to. The garbage situation was pretty bad. You would also think with everything going on that the security and safety of the event would be better. The smoking, drinking, and lude behavior at the last few concerts were poor and the staff does nothing to improve it. Shameful.

Very nice place to see a concert been here a number of times a lot of tailgating goes on here with a lot of other things not to be mentioned but everyone is having a great time and i have not seen any one get out of hand a really good time by all.

Love this venue. You get a view of the ocean as well as the celebrities performing. Almost all seats are good seats there, even nose bleeders. Bring a jacket though, it can get quite windy.

Went to see Ozzy in concert and they didn't serve alcohol. Really? No beer at a rock concert? I am done with this place. Probably never going back.

Awesome venue for concerts -when it's not raining '

This is what you get when the government designs and operate things that should be left to the private sector. Most seats are so far from the stage that you can't see the performers. You have to stare at the screen. What did they do in the Fifties when this place was built?The vast majority of the seating is alcohol-free, because, well, its the government. You can't even buy it with most tickets. You can't even tailgate in the parking lot with a beer before the show, unless you're willing to risk arrest. So, if you want to settle for a soft drink, bring a book or your smart phone to kill your time on line. The retirees and students who work there for the summer are not built for speed. And there are, what, two exits from the parking lot? So leave yourself an hour or so just to get on the road after the show. It's just a bad idea. Unless the band is one I'd absolutely kill to see, I'd spend my evening elsewhere.

Great concert tonight. Lady antebellum and Darius Rucker were amazing!!! One thing they need to improve is their wireless credit card machines. Every transaction took forever and with the long lines, it became a nightmare. The other thing they need to do is hire more people to work the memorabilia booths. 2 people working the main booth and trying to service thousands of people. Add that to the slow credit card processing and I wanted to gouge out my eyeballs by the time I got a tee shirt.

it was raining that day I went to see niall horan. really far to get too, the buses to the theater stopped working after 5pm. in between two stops and i was overall miserable except during the concert.

Wonderful staff clean arena, seats could be more comfortable but it was a concert so I was standing most of the time.

Great venue when the weather is nice. Even though it was hot during the day, it was totally comfortable here at night. Pentatonix was fabulous. Amazing what they can do with their voices.

Great concert venue on the Water. A bit pricey for beverages or it would have been given a 5

Great summer show venue. Just don't drink from the water fountains, beige.

One of the greatest places to watch a concert. You can spend all day at the beach and then come here to catch good tunes. The tailgate parties are fun and rarely get out of hand. Plenty of parking, but if you do not get there early you will be walking from the second lot. Also, best practice is to either leave the concert early or plan on waiting until the lot clears out after the concert.

I went to see the concert and it was so good to be between the seas. However, the stool is a little bit old, but ~~ ^^.

Easy to get to by . The facility was overall well organized and clean.

Fantastic theater setting right on the water with great views beyond the stage.

Great Music! Scenic! Classic Amphitheater! Saw many of the best bands here! Rush, Zz Top, Government Mule, Van Halen, Aerosmith , Bob Dylan and Bob Seger!

So I was given tickets from goldstar all the way at the top. I scoped out other sections and they were semi empty. I decided to move down to where I could see better. Glad I did cause as I was going down I noticed that people were inspecting the elevator. Seems that there might have been an accident with the elevator. The parking is horrible as people will still be there from the beach and tailgating. There is no direction and I am surprised there haven't been any accidents. Also remember you are at the beach which is a bit cooler. Bring a sweatshirt or light sweater.

Great outdoor concert venue right off the beach. The higher your seats, the better the view of the ocean and the bay. Twin jumbotrons bring the stage closer. Be warned that the floor seating can occasionally flood during very high tides, so wear sandals or old sneakers if you can't read a tide table. ;)

Great venue for a concert. Lots of traffic coming from New Jersey.

The breeze off the water was very chilly, nice venue. The higher you get the better the sound!

Just saw the bush live concert what a great show Love Jones Beach and love the Colosseum

I have been going to this venue for many years and the last 2 years has been disappointing. Field 5 now charges $40. to park or you have to walk through bushes from field 4. Not acceptable. Stop the people from taking up spots to tailgate and stop charging for field 5

Great location on the water, good venue for concerts . I have went there several times to see different artists. At times, I think acoustics could be better but that may just be based on seating and outdoor environment.

Luv this place best spot to see a summer concert nice selection of fast food.seats fairly comfortable.good view for any seat in the place

Getting into the lot is scary because people come from both sides. Watch out for guys selling knockoff shirts and tailgaters while you park (perfect for tailgating). Getting out of the lot is also scary because NYers are impatient. A fun venue to see a concert at, but if you're all the way at the top beware, it sways when people are up and dancing/jumping. Generally appears clean, strict about drinks. People at the merch table are miserable but all other staff are friendly. Big screens help w the view if you're up high, and bring a sweater - it gets chilly on the water. Lots of bathrooms means the line moves quick. Cheap tickets for select future concerts are generally available cash only (great deal).

You really cant get a bad seat, the big screens are great.

Seeing a show outside is great! The acoustics are also great for an outdoor venue. The alcohol policy of not being able to take drinks to your seat is annoying to say the least and it's also not the easiest place to get to.

Layout isn't the greatest with some very wide rows & removal of aisles.Not enough steepness in front section. Concession prices are fairly outrageous, making Manhattan cheap. Nevertheless, it's a beautiful location & environment, which isn't necessarily great for seeing the show. Certainly a place one should get to at some point.

I don't know why I never went to a concert here before this is my first time and it was awesome I enjoyed myself here great place to see a concert

Best outdoor concert venue I've been to. The atmosphere is not comparable with any other place. Away from everything and outdoors at the beach provides great concerts!

A fantastic place to enjoy a concert, however high tide may flood around the stage

Music was great, venue is run absolutely terrible, it's a literal nightmare to try and get in, and if it's a rock show forget trying to get a drink. You get funneled into a disorganized line like cattle to pay $15 for a bud light...get what ya pay for

Perfect venue for a concert. Nice and cool at night.

This place was kept very nice and clean, and provided a fantastic viewing experience

Open and parking is copious. This venue has done well with the variety of food options but the seating leaves much to be desired. Its tired and worn out. It s sometimes cranky and will be cramped if you re above 5 8 . Bathrooms are plenty and decent but needs to maintained after every use. Shoutout to Delta Club at MSG! I hope this theater gets a fresh infusion of cash so that they can improve their facilities. Its the perfect venue for summer programs(concerts for millenials) and it seats right next to the beach. It can get windy so bring a jacket during those late summer months. I ve had some of the most enjoyable concerts here though. People really like to have fun here, pre show and during the show. Its a gem.

Went here for RAMMSTEIN!!!! They did not disappoint and the venue was cool too. Got to spend the afternoon hanging at the beach before gates opened.

Definitely a bit dated however the sound here is great which is the most important thing about a venue imo. If you don't drive here it can be a pain. Lirr to an Uber if you wanna get a little toasty.

We got seats up up up there. Sound was overwhelming with poor quality. I guess it comes with outdoor theatre. One seat view was blocked by railing !

Love the venue but when are they going to put a retractable roof so you can go to a concert in bad weather that is the only down fall

Jones beach theater does not allow alcohol outside of VIP tent which costs extra. -1 star. Security will confiscate any alcohol you are found consuming. -1 star. There is no GA location where you could enjoy a beer (at a concert, mind blown). -1 star. Food options have gotten better and the outdoor summer concerts have a nice atmosphere. 2 stars.

Great venue for live music, expensive food and drinks...eat before you go!

It's STILL Jones Beach Theater. What's not to like? Even when it rains you will still have a good time!

My favorite venue for summer concerts. The atmosphere is great and the addition of artisan food trucks and food stands makes it even better. Depending on the type of crowd the show will bring affects the layout in the common areas. If the show will draw a lot of rowdy drinkers, they wisely keep the people drinking to one section and do not allow them to carry liquor outside of that roped off section. If it's not such a rowdy bunch, its more casual layout (which I like better). The need to do better with crowd control at the merch stands, always hectic.

Great venue for tailgating, great time when the weather is good. The concession is a little pricey and it is a bummer in bad weather.

Amazing place, great place to get together with some friends

Best concert venue I have been to. Got there early and was surprised to find out you can walk to the Boardwalk from the parking lot and or stroll on the beach! I love how the stage is basically on the water! The food was excellent! Great acoustics!

Great venue, even if the concessions are a bit expensive

Worst concert venue ever. The sound is terrible. The acts are second or third rate. The staff is the worst. Why bother honestly?

Never knew they had "box" seating! Very expensive so get food at the stands. Always great to see shows there, even if your up top!

Amazing view by the beach. Its so beautiful as the sun goes down by the beach while seeing the concert. Mazzanine seats are little too far back. I can't zoom in to the stage with iPhone 7+ . Everyone pre game at the parking lot.

You can hardly get out of there when the concert is over, unstructured .. 3h wait for a taxi, otherwise very nice

Aug 21st ryos on stage please grab ur tix n support this young man he is only 17 years old.he is a master at his craft.EDM PRODUCER

My absolute favorite place in the world! Not a bad seat in the house. Great place to see a show on a summer's night.

Tip: Get there early so you can park in the first lott and won't have to walk too far.

Warning: Leaving the lott after the event can be crowded and frustrating. So if you aren't the aggressive driver type bring some snacks and hang back until it clears out.

Ok people just walk around drunk, I thought they limit you to one drink.

Always a great time when we go to Jones beach to see a concert! Favorite place to see a concert