Really dig the Uptown Amphitheatre's vibe and location. Hadn't been to a show here in quite a while, but recently went to see Guster and Ben Folds and it couldn't have been a better night.
It isn't a traditional amphitheatre setup per say. Several front sections, open box seats with tables, a HUGE lawn, vendors peppered throughout, and people moving about the venue throughout the entire show. It's hard to put my finger on the feel and flow, but I really dig it. It just always seems busy and bustling.
Another thing that's crazy, and I recently learned, is that this place can hold 5,000 warm bodies. Dude. It may not look that big, but they packed people in there. It was cozy when we were there recently and it wasn't even a sold-out show.
Only gripe is the entrance as it can be a little confusing for newcomers. You can always tell who the first-timers are. Be nice and hand them a map.
Looking forward to more shows this year!