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Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre at SDSU

5500 Campanile Dr, San Diego, CA 92182, USA Open in Google Maps

Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre at SDSU, San Diego, hosts 5 upcoming events between 20 Sep 2026 and 6 Dec 2026, with tickets from £17.95. Terrace from £171, Pit from £218.59.

Tickets from £17.95
On sale now 5 upcoming events

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Upcoming shows and schedule

Across September and December 2026, Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre at SDSU hosts 5 upcoming events. Featured headliners include Freya Skye, Dermot Kennedy, UB40, Pedro Fernandez, and Victoria Monet. Tickets currently start from £17.95.

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Upcoming events at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre at SDSU

How much are tickets at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre at SDSU?

The lowest price each part of the house has been listed at across 3 upcoming dates. Seats are sold by individual block, so a specific date may differ.

Where you sitTickets fromDates listed
Terrace£1712
Pit£218.592

What time do doors open at Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre at SDSU?

Entry & Doors: The main entrance to the Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre is typically located off Campanile Drive, accessible from the main campus pathways.

Most upcoming dates start at 20:00 (5 of 5 listed dates); each event page carries its own start time.

Door times vary by event — check your ticket or the venue's own website on the day.

About Cal Coast Credit Union Open Air Theatre at SDSU: Layout, History & Architecture

Originally constructed in 1941 as the Open Air Theatre, this utilitarian outdoor amphitheater serves as a key performance venue on the San Diego State University campus. With a capacity of 4,600, the space underwent a significant renovation completed in 2014, modernizing its facilities while retaining its fundamental open-air design. Architecturally, the hall exhibits a functionalist style typical of mid-20th century university construction, characterized by tiered concrete seating, a large stage, and an absence of elaborate ornamentation.

The auditorium primarily features fixed, tiered seating that arcs around the stage, providing relatively clear sightlines for most attendees. For certain events, a general admission standing pit is utilized directly in front of the stage, offering a more immediate, high-energy experience. As an entirely outdoor venue, the acoustic profile of the amphitheater is directly dependent on its sophisticated, installed PA system. Sound is engineered for clarity and projection in an open environment, meaning the natural reverberation found in enclosed concert halls is non-existent, and the audio experience can be subject to ambient environmental factors.

The Live Experience & Current Schedule

Ingress for events typically involves multiple entry points around the perimeter of the amphitheater, leading to open-air concourses. These areas host various concession stands and temporary bars, designed for efficient service rather than intimate gathering. The live experience varies significantly between the front standing pit, which fosters direct engagement with performers, and the upper tiered seating, which offers panoramic views of the stage and a more relaxed atmosphere. The crowd atmosphere at the venue generally leans towards enthusiastic but comfortable, befitting its outdoor, campus setting.

With 5 live performances scheduled, upcoming entry prices start from £17.95. The next confirmed event on the calendar is Freya Skye on 20th September 2026.