Hard Rock LIVE Bristol

In Virginia, Birthplace of Country Music

Located in the former Bristol Mall, the new Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Integrated Resort features a 75 389 SF gaming floor, a hotel tower as well as a Hard Rock LIVE venue. The Hard Rock LIVE multipurpose entertainment venue can accommodate between 1,750 guests in a seated configuration and over 2,000 in General Admission. The 36,484 SF entertainment venue is conveniently located across the hotel main entrance and casino entryways, with its venue lobby doors accessed directly from the gaming floor.

This versatile venue boasts a mix of reconfigurable and retractable seating across its flat floor, latter being complemented by 3 rows of fixed seating at the rear on a permanent elevated platform. Its adaptable design allows for a wide range of events, including fully seated concerts, General Admission shows, Galas, MMA tournaments,...

ClientsHard Rock International The United Company Par Ventures
LocationBristol, Virginia, USA
TypeEntertainment Venue Multipurpose Venue
Inauguration2024
CapacityFrom 1,750 to 2,000 guests

Discover Hard Rock LIVE Bristol

To stand on a stage in Bristol, Virginia, and look out at a crowd that understands the lineage of hillbilly and country music, it’s always a privilege. Hard Rock building such a great home for live music here just underscores how vital this area remains.

Dwight Yoakam

Designed for the best experience

Walk the Pre-Function Space

The 36,484 SF Hard Rock Live conveniently located across the hotel main entrance and casino entryways, with its venue lobby doors accessed directly from the gaming floor. The Live marquee can be seen from anywhere within the resort, from the central bar, restaurants, gaming tables, as well as slot machines.
The pre-function space is designed to accommodate a large gamut of events, providing an adequate number of concessions and a merchandising booth, as well as offering guests an enjoyable pre-show experience.