Capacity: 8500
Opened: September 24, 1903
Popularly known to students and locals as ‘The Greek,’ this Berkeley theater carries a lot of history—not just for the city but for Americans across the country. The outdoor arena is a perfect place for concerts, shows, and school events. Over the years, different exciting events have been held here that have attracted thousands of fans to Berkeley.
As it has been standing since 1903, this theater is one of America’s oldest outdoor amphitheaters still actively functioning today. In all this time, it has hosted some very iconic speakers like President Theodore Roosevelt and the 14th Dalai Lama on its stage. In 1982, this iconic amphitheater was added to the National Register of Historic Places.
For over a century, the theater has been owned and operated by the University of California, Berkeley. So far, the school has done a good job managing the event grounds because it has remained an important attraction for big events coming to Berkeley.
For many years, the Grateful Dead were running yearly outdoor concerts at the Greek Theatre. They did this 29 times and pulled large crowds every time. However, they weren’t the only ones to perform here, Bob Dylan, John Legend, Joni Mitchell, Pete Seeger, and many other famous entertainers also held shows here.
There’s a lot to look forward to in the coming months, with Sessanta, Willie Nelson and Family, Sarah Mclachlan, Tedeschi Trucks Band, and Bill Burr coming to Berkeley between now and June 2024. If you want to come in for any of these events, you can always get an affordable ticket on TicketX.
Greek Theatre Berkeley is located at Hearst Greek Theatre, Berkeley, CA 94720 US.
Prices of Greek Theatre Berkeley tickets vary depending on the dates and performers. For example, the cheapest Sturgill Simpson ticket typically sells for $128.70, while the cheapest Empire of the Sun ticket is from $143.00 on TicketX. Ticket prices also change daily so for the budget-conscious, we recommend you keep an eye on the tickets regularly.
Here are the cheapest tickets for upcoming sports events at Greek Theatre Berkeley:
For music enthusiasts, here are the cheapest tickets for upcoming concerts at Greek Theatre Berkeley:
Date | Performer | Lowest Price |
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Apr 24 Thu 07:00 pm | Sturgill Simpson | $128.70 |
May 03 Sat 08:00 pm | Empire of the Sun | $143.00 |
Jun 01 Sun 07:00 pm | The Black Keys | $90.20 |
Jun 27 Fri 08:00 pm | Earth, Wind & Fire | $100.10 |
Jul 12 Sat 07:00 pm | Cody Jinks | $68.20 |
Jul 26 Sat 07:00 pm | Father John Misty | $136.40 |
Aug 02 Sat 07:00 pm | Melissa Etheridge | $83.60 |
Aug 12 Tue 06:00 pm | Tedeschi Trucks Band | $82.50 |
Aug 15 Fri 07:00 pm | Lord Huron | $113.30 |
Aug 23 Sat 08:00 pm | Mt. Joy | $92.40 |
For theater and show lovers, here are the cheapest tickets for upcoming shows at Greek Theatre Berkeley:
Check out the exciting lineup of events coming to Greek Theatre Berkeley.
Date | Performer | Lowest price |
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Apr 24 Thu 07:00 pm | Sturgill Simpson | $128.70 |
May 03 Sat 08:00 pm | Empire of the Sun | $143.00 |
Jun 01 Sun 07:00 pm | The Black Keys | $90.20 |
Jun 27 Fri 08:00 pm | Earth, Wind & Fire | $100.10 |
Jul 12 Sat 07:00 pm | Cody Jinks | $68.20 |
Jul 26 Sat 07:00 pm | Father John Misty | $136.40 |
Aug 02 Sat 07:00 pm | Melissa Etheridge | $83.60 |
Aug 12 Tue 06:00 pm | Tedeschi Trucks Band | $82.50 |
Aug 15 Fri 07:00 pm | Lord Huron | $113.30 |
Aug 23 Sat 08:00 pm | Mt. Joy | $92.40 |
Seating arrangements may vary between events, so make sure to check specific seating charts for upcoming events you are interested in. Check the Greek Theatre Berkeley seating chart for individual performers below. These seating charts will help you find the perfect spot, whether you want to enjoy the event from the front row or from the back with a panoramic view of the entire venue. Book your tickets early to secure the best seats and prices.
Date | Performer | Seating Chart |
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Apr 24 Thu 07:00 pm | Sturgill Simpson | Sturgill Simpson Greek Theatre Berkeley Seating Chart |
May 03 Sat 08:00 pm | Empire of the Sun | Empire of the Sun Greek Theatre Berkeley Seating Chart |
Jun 01 Sun 07:00 pm | The Black Keys | The Black Keys Greek Theatre Berkeley Seating Chart |
Jun 27 Fri 08:00 pm | Earth, Wind & Fire | Earth, Wind & Fire Greek Theatre Berkeley Seating Chart |
Jul 12 Sat 07:00 pm | Cody Jinks | Cody Jinks Greek Theatre Berkeley Seating Chart |
Jul 26 Sat 07:00 pm | Father John Misty | Father John Misty Greek Theatre Berkeley Seating Chart |
Aug 02 Sat 07:00 pm | Melissa Etheridge | Melissa Etheridge Greek Theatre Berkeley Seating Chart |
Aug 12 Tue 06:00 pm | Tedeschi Trucks Band | Tedeschi Trucks Band Greek Theatre Berkeley Seating Chart |
Aug 15 Fri 07:00 pm | Lord Huron | Lord Huron Greek Theatre Berkeley Seating Chart |
Aug 23 Sat 08:00 pm | Mt. Joy | Mt. Joy Greek Theatre Berkeley Seating Chart |
The Greek Theatre is always buzzing with activity, and visitors come in from different parts of California to enjoy premium entertainment. If you plan to join the crowd on UC Berkeley grounds, you should plan all the details of your trip before the event. These are some tips to help fans coming in with public transportation or their own cars.
Visitors can use the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) subway train system to reach downtown Berkeley Station and then find their way to the theater. Alternatively, they can take the bus and alight at the nearest station or take a cab to move directly to the venue.
The theater is located at 2001 Gayley Rd, Berkeley, CA 94720. You can input this address in any navigation app to guide you to your destination. We always recommend coming in at least an hour before the event to beat traffic and sort your parking.
Yes, there is on-site parking on UC Berkeley grounds. The Foothill Lot, Upper Hearst Structure, Lower Hearst Structure, Berkeley Law Lot, and the stadium grounds are usually open for public parking.
Parking here is charged at a flat $22 rate.