Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
Alpharetta, GA · Amphitheater
Ameris Bank Amphitheatre runs a clear bag policy, so a clear bag inside the size limit or a small clutch is the easy way in. It is the open-air amphitheater at Encore Park in Alpharetta, north of Atlanta, with a covered pavilion and a grass lawn. Bring a clear bag and you move right through security. Here is exactly what gets in at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre and what stays in the car.
Venue details
Need a concert bag for Ameris Bank Amphitheatre?
Stadium-approved clear bags that meet the policy.
What you can bring
Or a small clutch, up to
6" x 9"
Does not need to be clear
- A clear plastic or vinyl bag up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches
- A small clutch up to 6 by 9 inches, which does not need to be clear
- A diaper bag for guests with babies, after it is searched and tagged at the gate
Not allowed inside
- Backpacks that are not clear or are over the size limit
- Bags larger than the clear bag or clutch limits
- Personal lawn chairs, which you can rent at the venue instead
- Coolers and outside food or drinks
Diaper bags are allowed for guests with babies, but they are searched and tagged at the gate. Personal lawn chairs are not allowed, though you can rent one at the venue and earn a dollar back when you return it.
Upcoming events
Heading to a show at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre? Here are the next events, with tickets on StubHub and SeatGeek so you can compare before you buy. The bag policy above applies to every one of them.
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No bag that fits? Plan ahead
There is no bag check at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, so a bag that does not meet the policy has to go back to your vehicle. The lots are a walk from the gate, so handle it at the car first.
Common questions
What size clear bag can I bring to Ameris Bank Amphitheatre?
A clear bag up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, plus a small clutch up to 6 by 9 inches that does not need to be clear.
Are backpacks allowed at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre?
Only if the backpack is clear and within the 12 by 6 by 12 inch limit. A regular, non-clear backpack will not get in.
Can I bring a diaper bag?
Yes. Diaper bags are allowed for guests with babies, but they are searched and tagged for identification at the gate.
Can I bring a lawn chair?
Personal lawn chairs are not allowed. You can rent one at the venue and get a dollar back when you return it.
Getting there
Gates open
Doors usually open 60 to 90 minutes before showtime, so check your event for the exact time.
Parking
Parking is in the venue lots, with general admission around 25 dollars and premier lots closer in, plus a rideshare and drop-off area on Maxwell Road.
Public transit
Ameris Bank Amphitheatre is at Encore Park in Alpharetta with no rail to the gate, so plan to drive or take a rideshare.
Rideshare
Rideshare drop-off is set on Maxwell Road near the venue. Expect a wait after the show as the lots clear.
Seating chart
Verified June 2026 against the Ameris Bank Amphitheatre official policy. Rules can change for one-off events, so check your event page too.