L. B. Day Amphitheatre, Open-air music venue at Oregon State Fairgrounds, Salem, United States.
Description
The L. B. Day Amphitheatre is an open-air theatre located at the Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem, Oregon, with seating capacity for around 14,000 spectators. The space features professional audio equipment designed to deliver sound evenly throughout all viewing areas.
History
The amphitheatre opened in 1987 and was named after Oregon State Senator L. B. Day, starting with seating for 9,000 guests. The venue later expanded its capacity to accommodate growing interest in performances.
Culture
The venue serves as a gathering place where families and friends come together for live music during the Oregon State Fair each late summer. The performances here shape the social rhythm of the fairgrounds and create shared memories that draw visitors back year after year.
Practical
The venue is accessible from the fairgrounds with entry via local roads running through the site. Plan ahead for parking and movement through the grounds, especially during busy performance dates.
Did you know?
From 2005 to 2013, the venue focused exclusively on local and regional artists, creating a space for emerging performers. The shift in programming later brought major touring acts to Salem's fairgrounds.
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