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    Tanglewood

    4.4 (152 reviews)
    ModerateMusic Venues
    Closed 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Colleen E.

    A beautiful spot to enjoy live music by the BSO or The Pops in the summer. If you are on a budget, lawn seats are the way to go and you can bring your own food in to have a picnic. I recommend arriving early to walk around the grounds as they are beautiful. Can take awhile to get out of the parking lots so I recommend leaving early if you have a long drive. There are flush toilets on site if you need to use the restroom.

    The Lawn
    Tim S.

    A Mecca for music lovers! Hear world class musicians creating sublime music surrounded by the natural beauty of the Berkshires. We attended an all-Beethoven program featuring the BSO and pianist Yefem Bronfman. The orchestra was outstanding, and Bronfman did not disappoint! A memorable musical experience!

    Roger M.

    I love sitting out on the lawn and hearing world class music. Don't miss it. A fantastic experience.

    Fancy picnic
    Carrie V.

    We recently attended the John Williams' Night performance of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and had a wonderful time. We had lawn tickets, so we set up our fancy concert picnic on the lawn and enjoyed the music under the stars...er, clouds. It was a little rainy. But it didn't dampen our spirits. Arrive 1-1.5 hours before the gates open to secure a good parking spot. Bring a wagon (one with a tabletop is especially helpful), blanket, chairs, and cooler with you. The ultimate picnic venue awaits you. Waiting in line isn't too bad. There's room to set up your camp chairs in line and they're very orderly and quick once the gates open. Once you're in, there's plenty of room to spread out and find the perfect spot. On this trip, we went with my in-laws and my sister-in-law had a specific spot in mind near the seated area, but we would have been just as happy near the back in the trees. The restrooms are large and have plenty of stalls. There are food options and a beer garden on site, but we brought our own. You can bring a beach umbrella to use, but it has to be closed once the performance starts, unless it's raining. Overall, we loved it. We took our time packing up at the end and had no trouble leaving the parking lot. I would go again. Note: they do not allow drop-offs at the main entrance. This was a big deal for me because I do have mobility issues but do not have a handicapped parking placard. There are people driving golf carts who are there to help move you around, if you need it. We relied more on getting there early and sitting as much as possible while waiting, but important thing to know, as we had originally planned on dropping me off so I wouldn't have to walk as far.

    Concert stqge
    John A.

    This is where I imagined good music coming if it could afford a summer home. You know things were going pretty well for the Tappan family when they gifted these gorgeous grounds to the Boston symphony orchestra so many years ago. We were treated to the sprawling lawns with mountain views, oversized games and numerous concessions (including lawn chair rental!) -- and that's before we even reached the concert. Attendants were not only helpful, but witty -- you could tell they enjoyed being there. We were feeling pretty, pretty good by the time we finished the bottle of wine we had brought and entered the "shed" for the main event. Yuja Wang brought the house down on piano (as she normally does). Great night!

    Jared S.

    I came here last night with family for a 4th of July James Taylor concert. It was my first time at Tanglewood and I can honestly say that I have never been to a venue quite like this one before. First off, it's massive! The grounds are absolutely sprawling and the expansive views are GORGEOUS! Secondly, the staff are super friendly, professional and accommodating. What is so fun and special about this place is how you are allowed to create any type of diy picnic setup you can dream of. I saw folks enjoying what seemed like a Thanksgiving spread, with candelabras and all. It was quite impressive! You can even bring in your own alcohol as well. Talk about a change of pace from nyc venues! In typical Jared fashion, I managed to lose my car key (happens about once every other year). I wasn't driving yesterday so while it was a bit of self-imposed stress, it wasn't the end of the world. The next day, they let me scour the grounds as I tried locate it and jotted down my info just in case. A staff member mentioned to me "We have a very good lost and found system and will notify you if we find out. If it's here, I think we'll find it." Low and behold, I received a phone call 3 hours later.. they actually found my key! Wow! I was blown away. To me it was like finding a needle in a haystack. Anyhow, this venus is quite special and it's no wonder they have a near 5 star reputation here on Yelp! Can't wait to come back

    Emma M.

    I've been coming to Tanglewood with my family for years with my family and have enjoyed every performance. This year we saw a beautiful piano player. We brought our picnic to the lawn and listened to the pieces. There were some problems with our ticket. I'm not entirely sure if it was their system or if we entered the wrong information, but that was stressful. On a positive note, had lawn games outside, the gift shop was open, and they had bathrooms available. I would have given the time we had here five stars though they had a lot of new strict rules that didn't make a lot of sense. There were a lot of elderly patrons coming to watch the show, and yet there were limited handicapped parking spaces and no drop-offs allowed. My mom had just broken her leg, and there didn't seem to be any understanding of those who were older, injured, or possibly disabled. This isn't as big, but they wouldn't let you take your alcohol anywhere outside the dining areas, even what you buy at their cafeteria. Staff seemed a little more uptight than usual which didn't help. Hopefully, things will get better in the future.

    Entrance
    Lara G.

    Tanglewood is a very special place. Went there recently for the first time and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Had no idea what to expect, and although the traffic and parking was a little hectic, there is a great sense of peace once you enter the actual venue. You are able to bring in your own food and beverages, which is fantastic. Everyone we encountered who worked there was super super nice and helpful. Great service. The venue is interesting. From the lawn, you can barely see the stage, but there are large monitors set up for those of us on the lawn. Tons of space to bring your chairs and picnic blankets, and have a nice evening out. Highly recommend, and we will definitely be back.

    On the Lawn on a rainy evening @Tanglewood for Bonnie Raitt - 6/18/2022
    Cam E.

    Tanglewood is best known for the Boston Symphony Orchestra, occasional jazz and popular music performances in the summer months. Tonight we got to enjoy the multi-talented, charismatic Bonnie Raitt debut her new album and her famous old hits on the gorgeous Lawn in the verdant Berkshires. I have not seen such a massive crowd of joyous merriment in a long while. Bonnie acknowledged we've been through a lot these past few years and we are grateful and blessed to have survived. **bring your folding chairs, blanket, ice bucket for your bottle of wine, along with your charcuterie, your candlelight for atmosphere ** *There's a tent for grab-and-go meals, several snack bars, plus a wine & beer kiosk* ** Parking is very organized. However, traffic can be a a nightmare, it's single file. We strategized** "Let's give them something to talk about...Love" Enjoy the show and beautiful grounds!

    Before the concert
    Carol L.

    I try to get here once a year and my friend in Northampton snagged tickets to the Jon Batiste concert so it was on! We had dinner at Brava in Lenox beforehand (tip: they don't take reservations so get there right before opening at 5pm and you should be fine) and zipped over to a sold out (I think) concert with plenty of lawngoers expected. I'm told 8,000 people were expected! We got there around a half hour before the start of the show and had a bit of a hike from the parking lot but it wasn't bad. The venue is spectacularly beautiful and the crowd was hyped! Jon is such a beautiful spirit and gifted performer he had the crowd in the palm of his hand throughout. We had seats near the back so relied on the large screens in order to see anything, but it was a joy just to be there. He played a variety of instruments and his music ranges from upbeat to mellow. It was a fabulous show. I can't wait for an excuse to come back! Getting out of the area can be a bit of an ordeal but you have to just chill and go with the flow.

    The trees on the lawn are EPIC!
    Clifford L.

    Tanglewood Saturday July 20, 2024 It's not a summer in Western Massachusetts if you haven't been to Tanglewood. If you've been to Tanglewood this summer, or are planning to go, then you've had or are about to have a complete summer. Yes, the prices have gone up. Yes, it's tough to lug your stuff from the parking lot to the ticket office, then to your spot on the grass and then lug it all back, but what a day. Provided you've looked at the weather and you have good people with you, you'll have a great time. As a matter of fact, if you want to hear a classically perfect piece you can hear in the Berkshires we heard it on Saturday. Beethoven's Piano Concerto Number 3 in C minor, Opus 37. What a piece and as our 16 year old said, "That piano player was famous? You mean I saw a famous person?" Yes, son you did. Emmanuel Ax played the piano part that Beethoven originally did. And we went for the the 10:30am rehearsal. The place was full and there were people everywhere. The cost was a simple $21 and yes, it's higher than it was years ago, but isn't everything nowadays? As I walked in and met my parents who had set up and were there since 9:30am, I came upon a long man I didn't know, on a blanket, laying down, fast asleep with his copy of the NEW YORKER next to him. Classic Tanglewood. He had a rough morning. I'm glad he could unwind. 10 Things to Bring to Tanglewood: 1.) Your children. They need to experience others telling them to be quiet. 2.) 1-2 blankets and a cooler with food, drinks. 3.) some bring a table, I'm not there yet but it would have been nice, a short one, square and foldable. 4.) Your new wife, husband or partner. I went there 18 years ago after I got married to my wife. Good memories at Tanglewood. Bring your old wife, old husband or old partner too. 5.) An open mind. Some pieces are amazing, some are good, some are tough, some are bizarre, but it's the BSO (Boston Symphony Orchestra), so they have practiced, prepared, and performed. 6.) Quiet food. Some parts are so quiet and moving and you don't want to be chewing loud food to the annoyance of the people around you. 7.) Lawn chairs and a back up few too. The chair is the only way to go at Tanglewood. But bring a couple extra for others to visit and to lend to others. 8.) Extra spending money for the gift shop. 9.) curiosity. Hopefully you followed number 1 (you brought your kids) so take a walk during one of the pieces. Don't worry, you can hear the music EVERYWHERE, so go exploring and find the sundial, the maze and many other cool things at Tanglewood for the kids. 10.) Patience. You aren't there for the performance to wow you or shock you or to watch the whole thing. If you are on the lawn, go ahead and bring the other 9 things I've told you to bring and a book too, and just relax, chill and enjoy the time, the quiet, the classical music and the atmosphere.

    The lawn hours before show time ... in the rain!
    Greg Q.

    Last night we saw James Taylor at Tanglewood. It was a rainy night but the lawn was packed. We, thankfully, were undercover in the shed. Overall, the facility is well maintained and the grounds are beautiful. Parking is well controlled and very orderly. (Both on the way in and out) We arrived around 6:30 for the 8:00 pm concert and found ourselves parked well done the hill at the Lions Gate lot. It's quite a hill to climb so make sure you're ready for the hike if you have a wagon with tents and picnic gear. We finally arrived at our seats and I ventured out to sample a libation. The cost was exorbitant. A Dixie cup of wine for $13.00 ... I didn't even waste time checking out food prices. FYI, you can't bring anything but water into the shed. If you have lawn seats, arrive early, or you risk finding your spot in the "way back"! Overall a great venue. A 5 star rating if they get prices down to reasonable levels. Ciao!

    Our lawn set up
    Michele L.

    WOW!!! I saw the Boston Symphony Orchestra here featuring Joshua Bell, and it was FANTASTIC! You have the option of in house seats, or the lawn. We chose the lawn and had a nice bottle of wine, as well as a charcuterie board. I do suggest you bring heavy duty bug spray and a few lawn chairs. The venue also has nice concessions to choose from, as well as ice cream. The ice cream was great on a hot night. Earlier that day, we also went to Ozawa hall for a free choir concert. The choir sung works from Libby Larsen and did an excellent job. There are plenty of free concerts that students from Boston University perform. The only complaint I have is parking. Tanglewood has plenty of it, but it can quickly turn into a nightmare when coming too or leaving a venue. Make sure you come early.

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    Brava - Pizza in the oven

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    We walked On a busy Saturday without a reservation,we got a table for two indoors luckily! Great…read moreservice including the hostess and the server! Arugula salad was very good - apricots and cheese were a great addition, there was a little too much sherry vinaigrette. Boom boom shrimp had a nice subtle kick and crispy! Tomato and basil soup was warm and tasty, paired well with side of bread. Wings come 8 in an order and the habanero delivered on the spice! Beautiful ambiance indoors with mood lighting. Bathrooms are also very spacious and clean!

    My parents love this place, which is why we checked it out for a Friday night dinner in the…read moreoff-season. I'm not sure if it was an off night, but unfortunately, it wasn't my favorite and I'm not sure I would go back. There are definitely a lot of pros, it was easy to make a reservation, we were promptly seated at a clean and quiet table once we arrived, and the service was overall pretty timely. However, the food and drink left a little bit to be desired. As vegetarians, split a pizza (the olives and mozzarella one) and the kale salad. The salad was fine, but the carrot and tomato was pretty sparse, and the kale felt like nothing had been done to it, like it hadn't been massaged or seasoned or anything so it had a very raw flavor. The pizza was super salty and felt very onenote. It felt like the sauce was a little bit salty, and then the olives, garlic, and oregano were just all very savory. At the end of the night we split a bread pudding for the table, which also wasn't my favorite - the bread was really hard and just hadn't been soaked enough in whatever the flavoring was to mask it. It's possible that they do much better with the meat dishes?

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