Ever since SPAC outsourced their special events, they have had repressive policies for a park environment. You can't even walk into the park carrying a cup of water or coffee. You can bring in an empty cup only. This is obviously not for safety, it's protectionism for the overpriced concessions. Also, if you choose to sit on the lawn, or use the concessions, there is nowhere to escape from smokers. They are allowed anywhere but in the actual amphitheatre.
Cons: smokers on lawn, smokers by concession, no outside food
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