Angela Peralta (Polanco)
Aristóteles s/n, Polanco, Polanco IV Secc, Miguel Hidalgo
Polanco
Polanco
This open-air amphitheater in Parque Lincoln opened in 1938 and seats 2,500. The concrete bench seating may get uncomfortable during longer shows, and since there's no cover, bring layers for cool evenings and be ready for the occasional rain.
The venue hosts everything from symphony orchestras to jazz festivals (twice yearly) and theater productions. Sound quality varies by event — sometimes it's the venue's own system, sometimes it's brought in by performers. Parking in Polanco on weekends is tough, so arrive early or use ride-share.
Highlights
Open-air theater since 1938, 2,500 seats, hosts orchestras and jazz festivals, concrete bench seating, no cover so dress for weather, parking difficult on weekends
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