Venue guide

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park is an amphitheater in San Diego, CA.

Venue info

Checked against The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park’s official sources. Tap a section to open it.

Bag policy

Checked Oct 11, 2026

One soft-sided bag per person, up to 16" x 16" x 8", is allowed. All bags are inspected at entry.

Allowed

  • One soft-sided bag up to 16" x 16" x 8"
  • One empty reusable plastic or aluminum water bottle (San Diego Symphony performances only)

Not allowed

  • Bags larger than 16" x 16" x 8"
  • Hard-sided bags
  • Coolers
  • Outside food and beverages
  • Glass bottles

Entrances and doors

Checked Oct 22, 2026

For most concerts, entrance gates open 90 minutes before concert time. Some shows open earlier or later, and your ticket reminder emails will list the door time.

Parking

Checked Aug 20, 2026

Pre-paid parking is facilitated by Ace Parking, and drive-up parking may be more expensive. New parking is available at the IQHQ building north of Seaport Village.

Rideshare

Checked Oct 16, 2026

Use 222 Marina Park Way near the Hilton Bayfront shuttle pickup for Uber and Lyft pickup and drop-off. An accessible shuttle serves this location. Rideshare drivers cannot enter the Shell traffic circle before or after concerts.

Accessibility

Checked Aug 20, 2026

Shuttle service, including an accessible shuttle equipped with a lift, is available from outside the Hilton Parking Garage and on Convention Center Drive, across from the Fifth Avenue Landing Lot. Every section of The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park is ADA accessible with designated seats available in all seating areas.

Food and drink

Checked Aug 20, 2026

Food and beverage availability at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park varies by event and operating setup. Review the linked official guest information before arrival.

Re-entry

Checked Aug 20, 2026

A venue-wide re-entry rule was not confirmed in The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park's current published guidance. Treat exit as final unless event staff explicitly confirms re-entry before you leave.

Tickets and will call

Checked Aug 20, 2026

The San Diego Symphony Ticket Office is located in the west end of the Symphony Towers lobby at 750 B Street, at the NE corner of 7th Avenue and B. The Rady Shell Box Office is located at 222 Marina Park Way behind the San Diego Convention Center.

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