Buy a parking pass ahead. Most passes use the West Entrance, 108 Kimball Road. If you have a disability placard, go to the East Entrance, 72 Meadowbrook Lane, as soon as parking opens: accessible spaces are first come, first served, and staff can bring a golf cart from the lot. Buy accessible seats on livenation.com when you buy tickets, because they sell out. The lawn is sloped and uncovered; choose reserved seats if hills are hard.
BankNH Pavilion in Gilford is where much of New England goes to see a summer show. It sits in the Lakes Region near Lake Winnipesaukee, it holds about 9,000 people, and on concert nights the roads around it fill up fast. Most people only go once or twice a year, so it is easy to forget how the entrances and parking passes work.
If someone in your group uses a wheelchair, walks slowly or cannot manage a long hill, a little planning matters even more. This guide collects what the venue publishes about parking and accessibility and turns it into a plan.
About BankNH Pavilion
The venue opened in 1996 as an outdoor amphitheater, with reserved seats near the stage and a general admission lawn behind them. Shows include reserved and general admission seating, and some shows are lawn only. Food on site includes pizza, hot dogs and sandwiches at the concession stands, plus a full menu at the Sam Adams Brewhouse. Restrooms, concessions and merchandise stands are all accessible.
The two entrances, and which one you want
West Entrance (Concert Entrance)
Most passes108 Kimball Road, Gilford, NH 03249. General Parking and most parking passes come in this way. Put the Kimball Road address in your GPS.
Open in Google Maps →East Entrance (Main Entrance)
Placards, drop-off72 Meadowbrook Lane, Gilford, NH. Off Route 11B. Tailgate, motorcycle and limo parking, drop-off and pick-up, and the entrance the venue tells placard holders to use.
Open in Google Maps →The most common mistake: driving to the main Meadowbrook Lane address with a General Parking pass. General Parking is at the West Entrance on Kimball Road. Check which entrance your pass uses before you leave.
BankNH Pavilion parking passes explained
The venue sells parking passes ahead on its website. Passes differ in how close you park and how soon you can leave after the show. Listed from closest and fastest out:
| Pass | Entrance | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| VIP West Parking | West | Closest to the venue, first out on the West side |
| Preferred Parking | West | A short walk, second to exit |
| EZ Out Parking | West | Skips the general lot wait, third to exit |
| General Parking | West | Farthest lot, last to exit, least expensive |
| Prime Tailgate Parking | East | The tailgating lots, second priority to exit |
| Motorcycle and limo | East | Paved motorcycle lot; very limited limo spaces |
| Oversize / RV | West | Required for vehicles over 30 feet; overnight allowed; reserve ahead |
| Camping | West | Tent sites in fields or woods, booked ahead |
Is an upgrade worth it? For anyone with limited mobility who does not have a placard, yes. A closer lot cuts the walk at both ends, and earlier exit priority means less time sitting in a dark lot after a long night.
Accessible parking and golf cart help
This is how the venue says accessible parking works:
- Buy a general parking pass. Accessible parking is not reserved in advance. A general pass is all you need, and you can pay on arrival.
- Go to the East Entrance at 72 Meadowbrook Lane, as soon as parking opens.
- Show your placard or plate. Attendants direct you to accessible spaces, first come, first served.
- If they are full, attendants park you in the closest available lot and, on request, arrange a golf cart to take you to the entrance.
- To leave, ask any usher for the golf cart, and wait in the plaza outside Section 2.
Early really matters here. Accessible spaces are first come, first served, and on a sold-out night they go. Arriving right when parking opens is the single best thing you can do.
Accessible tickets at BankNH Pavilion
- Buy online at livenation.com. You do not need to call. Look for the accessibility logo on the Find Tickets page.
- Every price range has accessible seating, but it can sell out, and very little is left on the day of the show. Buy accessible seats when you buy your tickets.
- One companion is covered with each accessible seat.
- Injured after buying? If an injury or illness means you cannot use your seats, you can exchange through livenation.com, but day-of availability is very limited and not guaranteed.
- ASL interpreters are free on request. Call (603) 293-4700 at least two weeks ahead and pick up tickets at will call.
- Problems? Email BNHP@livenation.com.
Service animals as defined by the ADA are welcome. Emotional support and therapy animals are not.
Bring a chair that is built for the walk
A big amphitheater means long walks from the lot, ramps and crowds. Rent a transport chair, wheelchair or travel scooter for show night, from our shop at Hampton Beach or delivered in the Lakes Region.
Reserved seats vs the lawn
Reserved seats
Best for access- A seat with a back, and a set place
- Closer to the stage
- Where accessible seating is
- Costs more
The lawn
General admission- Behind the reserved seats, on a slope
- Not covered, so open to sun and rain
- Sit on the ground or a rented chair
- The venue says it may not suit people who struggle with inclines
For grandparents, anyone recovering from surgery, and anyone using a walker or wheelchair, reserved seats are worth the extra cost. Getting up and down on a sloped lawn, in the dark, in a crowd, is hard on knees and hips.
What to bring, and what to leave home
The venue's rules can change by show, so check the policy page for your event. Items that have been on the not allowed list include large bags, coolers, outside food, weapons, selfie sticks and professional cameras. Lawn chair rules have changed over the years, and chair rentals have been offered on the lawn.
- Bring: your tickets on your phone, ID, a card for food and parking, a rain jacket for the lawn, and any medication you need.
- For mobility: a cane, walker or wheelchair is fine. If you are not sure about a scooter or larger device, call the box office at (603) 293-4700.
Getting out after the show
- Exit priority follows your pass. VIP and Preferred lots leave first, General Parking last.
- Wait it out. Leaving 20 to 30 minutes after the encore is often calmer than sitting in a line of cars. Use the time for the restrooms.
- Golf cart back to the lot: ask an usher and wait in the plaza outside Section 2.
- Being picked up? Pick-up is at the Main (East) Entrance off Route 11B. Agree on a time, because phones can be slow with thousands of people in one place.
Staying in the Lakes Region
Many concertgoers make a weekend of it around Lake Winnipesaukee, with nearby towns like Laconia, Weirs Beach and Meredith. If you are staying in a rental cottage or hotel for a few days, think about the whole trip, not just the show: docks, lake paths and town sidewalks are much easier with the right equipment. We deliver scooters and wheelchairs across New Hampshire; see scooter rental for the Lakes Region.
BankNH Pavilion: FAQ
Where do I park at BankNH Pavilion?
Most parking passes, including General Parking, use the West Entrance at 108 Kimball Road, Gilford. Tailgate, motorcycle and limo parking use the East (Main) Entrance at 72 Meadowbrook Lane. Buy passes ahead at banknhpavilion.com.
Is there accessible parking at BankNH Pavilion?
Yes, but it is not reserved in advance. Buy a general parking pass (or pay on arrival), go to the East Entrance at 72 Meadowbrook Lane as soon as parking opens, and show your placard. Accessible spaces are first come, first served. If they are full, attendants park you in the closest lot and can arrange a golf cart to the entrance.
How do I get accessible seats at BankNH Pavilion?
Buy them online at livenation.com, where accessible seats are marked with the accessibility logo on the Find Tickets page. Accessible seating is offered in every price range but can sell out, and very few are available on the day of the show. Each accessible seat covers the guest and one companion.
Is the lawn at BankNH Pavilion accessible?
The lawn is general admission, uncovered and on a slope. The venue itself says that if you have trouble walking up inclined surfaces, the lawn may not be the best option. Reserved seats are the safer choice for anyone with limited mobility.
Can I bring a chair to BankNH Pavilion?
Rules on lawn chairs have changed over the years and sources disagree, so check the current policy on banknhpavilion.com before you go. Chair rentals have been offered on the lawn.
Where is the drop-off at BankNH Pavilion?
Use the Main (East) Entrance off Route 11B at 72 Meadowbrook Lane, and arrive early, before the rush. Inside, the golf cart pickup and drop-off point is the plaza outside Section 2.
What is the address of BankNH Pavilion?
The main entrance is 72 Meadowbrook Lane, Gilford, NH 03249. The West (Concert) Entrance for most parking is 108 Kimball Road, Gilford, NH 03249. The box office phone is 603-293-4700.
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Checked November 11, 2026. Venues and towns change their rules; the official source always wins. Spot something out of date? Let us know.