Originally part of the venue Gelston Castle Estate, now called The Green Kingdom - The BIG LAWN is specifically dedicated to large outdoor events that take place in the Amphitheatre that looks over the Mohawk Valley.
The BIG LAWN can easily accommodate more than 50,000 guests and is easily prepared for all equipment and production needs.
PERMITTED/PROHIBITED ITEMS
Thank you for helping to keep The BIG LAWN beautiful and peaceful by respecting our unique natural resources. We ask that your activities do not negatively impact the enjoyment of others, or contribute to structural damage to the venue.
Access to the amphitheatre is subject to scheduled events.
Amplified music is not allowed; please limit the enjoyment of music to personal earphones.
Exercise equipment that obstructs access to stairs, benches and other areas that could cause damage to the venue or injury to others is not allowed.
Climbing or hanging on venue structures is prohibited.
No off trail use, violators are subject to arrest and prosecution.
Please refrain from using the Main Plaza for exercise activities.
Pets must be on a leash at all times. Please be responsible for cleaning up after your pet and yourself.
By trademark law you may not reproduce the The BIG LAWN logo or represent any unauthorized affiliation with The BIG LAWN Amphitheatre.
Absolutely no vending of food or merchandise in the amphitheatre or parking lots.
The amphitheatre is monitored 24 hours per day, seven days per week by security personnel to provide assistance and enforcement of amphitheatre rules.
Amphitheatre rules are subject to change.
Concerts & Events - Permitted Items
Non-alcoholic beverages in factory sealed plastic containers, not to exceed 32 oz. (one quart) (some shows may require the removal of lids upon entering the amphitheatre.)
Empty plastic water bottles
Empty aluminum water bottles
Soft sided coolers, six-pack size (10" long x 7" wide x 7" high)
Cloth bags, soft packs 12” x 17” x 12” (must fit under designated seat)
Food for personal consumption only. Food must be in a clear plastic bag. Maximum bag size one gallon (11" x 11") Fruit, vegetables must be sliced.
Binoculars
Blankets (max size 40" x 60") Blankets must not extend beyond your ticketed seating area
Seat cushions/soft side seat backs under 18” wide (no items with legs permitted)
Small, compact umbrellas (24" maximum length) Ponchos preferred
Small, personal cameras (unless prohibited by show)
Small strollers (folding umbrella style only)
All personal possessions must fit under the patron’s designated seat (18" x 12")
Concerts & Events - Prohibited Items
Non factory-sealed beverage/liquid filled containers (including thermoses, bota bags or wine skins)
Alcoholic beverages, marijuana or illegal drugs
Glass bottles or aluminum/steel cans
Laser pointers (will be confiscated & patron subject to ejection)
Hard sided coolers
Soft sided coolers larger than 10" x 7" x 7"
Audio or video recording devices, professional cameras or cameras with removable lenses, selfie poles
Weapons or items construed as weapons (e.g., guns, knives, sticks, fireworks)
Totems of any type, make/model
Bullhorns or noisemakers
Framed backpacks
Confetti
Tarps
Animals (except service dogs)
Skateboards or inline skates
Personal property that is a potential hazard to others (e.g., chains, wallet chains or jewelry with spiked edges)
Glass objects
Remote controlled flying devices or UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles)
For your safety and the safety of others, guests and their possessions are subject to inspection as condition of admittance. Please have your bags open and available for inspection. Smoking is only permitted in designated areas along the outside rail of the outside stairs. Smoking is strictly prohibited in the seating area of the amphitheatre, including E cigarettes. Management reserves final decision on items brought into the venue.
Re-entry is not permitted except in designated emergencies and severe weather conditions. Private vending (including tickets) is prohibited within the park and amphitheatre. Intoxicated patrons may be denied admittance to the Amphitheatre.