Best Seats for a GWAR Concert
Affordable Events Near Me: Columbus, OH
May 08
Thu . 03:30 AMSonic Temple Art + Music Festival (2-Day)(Thursday + Sunday Pass) with KoRn, Metallica, Alice in Chains, and more!
Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OHMay 08
Thu . 03:30 AMSonic Temple Art + Music Festival (4-Day Full Weekend Pass) with KoRn, Metallica, Linkin Park, and more!
Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OHMay 09
Fri . 03:30 AMSonic Temple Art & Music Festival (2-Day)(Friday + Sunday Pass) with Metallica, Rob Zombie, Alice in Chains, and more!
Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OHMay 10
Sat . 03:30 AMSonic Temple Art + Music Festival (2-Day)(Saturday + Sunday Pass) with Linkin Park, Metallica, Incubus, and more!
Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OHMay 11
Sun . 03:30 AMSonic Temple Art + Music Festival (Sunday Pass) with Metallica, Alice in Chains, Chevelle, and more!
Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OHUpcoming Events Calendar
May 08
Thu . 03:30 AMSonic Temple Art + Music Festival (2-Day)(Thursday + Sunday Pass) with KoRn, Metallica, Alice in Chains, and more!
Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OHMay 08
Thu . 03:30 AMSonic Temple Art + Music Festival (4-Day Full Weekend Pass) with KoRn, Metallica, Linkin Park, and more!
Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OHMay 09
Fri . 03:30 AMSonic Temple Art & Music Festival (2-Day)(Friday + Sunday Pass) with Metallica, Rob Zombie, Alice in Chains, and more!
Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OHMay 10
Sat . 03:30 AMSonic Temple Art + Music Festival (2-Day)(Saturday + Sunday Pass) with Linkin Park, Metallica, Incubus, and more!
Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OHMay 11
Sun . 03:30 AMSonic Temple Art + Music Festival (Sunday Pass) with Metallica, Alice in Chains, Chevelle, and more!
Historic Crew Stadium, Columbus, OHLet's go down memory lane to the band's inception in 1985. Originally hailing from Richmond, Virginia, they brought their elaborate Mythos of extraterrestrial warriors to stages worldwide. They've shared the stage with a multitude of bands, from Lamb of God to Municipal Waste, evolving their own style into a unique blend of punk, metal, and pure theatricality.
Their performance locations have been as eclectic as their music and theatrics. In smaller venues like Alrosa Villa in Columbus, Ohio, the proximity adds a layer of intensity you won't find elsewhere. You can literally feel the fake blood splatter from the band's notorious onstage antics. Meanwhile, larger venues like Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston, Michigan, provide a different experience, with higher production values and more elaborate stunts. Whether small or large, each venue offers its own charm, but let's focus on how to get the best seats.
In smaller venues, front-row center seats provide an intimate GWAR experience. You're close enough to the action to become part of the spectacle. Just prepare to leave drenched in faux bodily fluids. In larger venues, premium pit tickets or seats in the first few rows of the section nearest the stage offer a balanced view without compromising the excitement. But if you prefer a more panoramic perspective, aim for elevated seating sections that give a birds-eye view of the entire stage. Remember, the best seats aren't just about proximity; they're about The Kind of experience you want to walk away with.
Now, on to ticket pricing. For small venues like The Rave in Milwaukee, you're looking at a more budget-friendly range, usually between $20-$40. Larger venues such as Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, Virginia, can range from $50 for lawn seating to upwards of $200 for VIP experiences that might include merchandise or even a backstage pass.
Looking for an oddball venue? Try catching GWAR at Cain's Ballroom in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Its spring-loaded dance floor provides a unique concert-going experience that is as wild as it sounds. In a setting like this, general admission tickets allow for crowd surfing and mosh pits galore, usually priced around $30-$50.
Why not consider a festival appearance? GWAR often plays festivals like Riot Fest, where multi-day passes can run you anywhere from $150 to $400, depending on the package. Festival settings offer a different vibe, where you're not just buying into one performance but a complete experience with multiple bands.
Forget about a simple night of music; GWAR is an event. The ideal seat varies depending on your threshold for chaos and your craving for the theatrical. So whether it's your first time or you're a seasoned veteran, prepare for a show that defies categorization. This isn't just about music; it's about entering a universe of the bizarre, the grotesque, and the absolutely unforgettable.