Westville Music Bowl

Getting to know Westville Music Bowl’s policies before you arrive can help you prepare for a smooth experience at the gate.

• Re-Entry & Smoking: Once you leave the venue during an event, re-entry is not permitted. Smoking is generally restricted to designated areas.⁴
• Payment Options: Westville Music Bowl is typically cashless, but refer to the official policy page for your event for the most up-to-date payment guidance.
• Prohibited Items: Any dangerous items are strictly prohibited. This includes weapons, illegal substances, outside food, drinks, and alcohol. Refer to the policy page for a complete list of prohibited items.
• Age Restrictions: Most events at Westville Music Bowl are suitable for all ages, and exceptions will likely be noted on the event page. Proper hearing protection and weather-appropriate clothing are always advised.

For the most up-to-date guidance and information on regulations (including bag policies), check the official Westville Music Bowl policy page.

New Haven, Connecticut, is the home of Yale University, one of the world’s most prestigious universities. The area is bursting with diverse culture, and home to a number of venues attracting audiences from across the Northeast:

• Mohegan Sun Arena: Located in Uncasville, Connecticut, this 10,000-seat arena hosts concerts, sporting events, and is the home of the Connecticut Sun.⁸
• The Meadows Music Theatre: This amphitheatre is located in Hartford, Connecticut and can seat up to 30,000 people. Some of the biggest names in rock, country, comedy, pop, and more have made appearances.⁹
• Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater: Sitting on the waterfront in Bridgeport, Connecticut, this amphitheater has a 5700 seat capacity and hosts a variety of events.¹⁰

Westville Music Bowl is accessible by car, rideshare services, and CTtransit bus routes serving the New Haven area.

Public Transportation: Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are specifically mentioned by the venue, which you can also reach via CTtransit buses.¹ When not attending an event, Westville Music Bowl recommends that you avoid the area to avoid traffic congestion.

Driving: The Westville Music Bowl is located at 45 Yale Ave. New Haven, CT, and several parking lots are dedicated for event patrons.¹ On-street parking should be avoided.¹ Parking lots will open 90 minutes prior to gate time and close 60 minutes after the event’s end.¹

• Lot A: Yale Ave, New Haven, CT
• Lot H: Yale University Athletic Fields, New Haven, CT

Westville Music Bowl features a rotating list of local food vendors on the lawn at every show.¹ Vendors are located by the main bar on the ground level and on the main concourse.¹ They serve an array of foods from tacos and street corn to chicken shawarma and grilled vegetables.¹ Depending on the show, the bar may also serve beer or cocktails.¹

The site Westville Music Bowl was originally a tennis arena on Yale University’s athletic campus.^2,3 In 2021, the former Connecticut Tennis Center became a music venue.^2,3

The structure was originally erected at the heart of the campus in 1991, and construction was funded by the state of Connecticut.³ The same nonprofit that manages the Westville Music Bowl also runs the College Street Music Hall.²