Chastain Park Amphitheatre   

Chastain Park Amphitheater, home of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra's Classic Chastain summer series, is perhaps Atlanta's favorite outdoor concert venue. The season features some of the country's top acts in jazz, rock, folk, rhythm & blues, country, and pop, some of which appear with the Grammy Award-winning ASO. If your group contains 20 or more, check out reserving space in Club Chastain, the coolest place at the concert, with private air-conditioned bathrooms, a private cash bar, fans to cool you off and tents in inclement weather. Call 404-733-4848 for details. -- Edna McCown Best Bet for Parking: Prepaid parking is available to subscribers on a first-come, first-served basis. For others, there are several lots near the amphitheater, at an average cost of $5. It is suggested to arrive early to ensure a spot. Best Ways to Get to the Park: The amphitheater is in northwest Atlanta, between Buckhead and Sandy Springs, off Roswell Road, near the intersection of West Wieuca and Powers Ferry Roads. City bus service to Chastain departs from the Lindbergh Station. Best Food at the Park: Classic Chastain offers two great catering options: Glorious Events (770-452-9202) and Proof of the Pudding (678-584-9581) prepare gourmet appetizers and dinners at reasonable prices. Order ahead and your meal will be waiting when you arrive. On- site concessions sell an impressive array of food and beverages, or pack your own meal and bring it with you. Chastain's porter service helps get your treats to your seats.