The Observatory

The Observatory and Constellation Room are located at 3503 South Harbor Blvd in Santa Ana, CA 92704. We are one mile north of Interstate 405, at the intersection of West Lake Center Drive and South Harbor Blvd. If you’re coming from the north, exit Harbor Blvd and turn left, then turn right at West Lake Center Drive. If you’re coming from the south, exit Harbor Blvd and turn right, then right again at West Lake Center Drive. You’ll see the venue on the left and signs for parking.

Yes, we do have parking at the Observatory. From West Lake Center Drive you’ll see signs for our parking areas. Parking is $10 per car (credit or debit card only, no cash). There are also a few streets within walking distance where you can park, but we recommend not parking in any of the surrounding parking lots, as your car will likely be towed.

There are seven OCTA bus lines that will deliver you very close to the venue. Since they might not be running when the show lets out, there are usually taxis, Ubers, and Lyfts at the venue after shows. For more information on bus lines, please visit http://www.octa.net.

Yes. While our venue is standing room only, we do have an ADA section for qualified patrons. We also have ADA ramp access into the building and ADA restrooms. We suggest you get to the venue early for best viewing options in the ADA area. The ADA area doesn’t fill up often, but depending on the show, it might. If you’re able, arrive ten minutes before doors and speak to our staff and we will do our best to get you into the building as soon as doors open. Please note that each ADA guest is allowed one extra guest into the ADA area.

The box office will be open on day-of-show only, approximately two hours before doors. If you’re looking to purchase tickets, we ask you to visit us at our events tab.

We suggest buying tickets ahead of time, and we STRONGLY suggest avoiding third-party ticket resellers, especially for sold out shows.

Start times are listed on the website for each show. As a general rule, though, shows start one hour after doors. Set times for each act and headliner change with each lineup. Keep in mind that the “show start time” may mean the headliner, one opening act, or several opening acts.

Typically we don’t receive the show’s set times until the day of the show. We urge patrons to show up around door time of the event to get the most out of their ticket purchase.

Sometimes tickets become available closer to the day of show. Follow our social media platforms (Twitter, Instagram, Facebook) for any updates. 

Lost and found is held in the box office. We hold items for at least two weeks before they are donated to charity, and we always contact owners of lost IDs and phones whenever possible. Click on the link below to view our virtual lost and found! You can communicate with us immediately and set up a time to pick up your item. Don't want to come back? No problem, you can set up shipping right from the website. Just click here.

To consume alcohol at The Observatory, we’ll need to see some form of valid, non-expired U.S. government ID. If you don’t have your state ID or Driver’s License, a passport is the best U.S. ID, so bring that. If you don’t have a passport, the only other IDs that will work are your birth certificate or a temporary ID from the DMV, and for these we’ll have to see some other form of ID that has your photo.

Please note that The Observatory has a very strict underage drinking policy that follows state law, and if you do not have acceptable ID that states your age at 21 or older, you will be considered the same as a minor and will not be able to purchase, consume or possess alcohol in the venue. We are very strict about this rule and all violators will be removed from the building without any additional chances or warnings and will not be eligible for a refund.

Shows at the Observatory and Constellation Room are all ages, unless otherwise noted. Age restrictions will be listed on our website and ticketing page.

All guests ages 3 and older need a ticket.

All tickets can be downloaded onto your smartphone and scanned for entry. They may also be printed at the box office if all else fails.

(Keep in mind priority number 1 is to HAVE FUN! Just please do it without the items listed below)

• No guns, knives, weapons, pepper spray, projectiles of any kind, or any other item that could be used to inflict harm.
• Replicas of any type of weapon are NOT permitted
• No drugs, drug paraphernalia or illegal substances of any kind
• No outside food or drinks
• No personal video cameras, Go-Pros, selfie sticks, drones, masks or laser pointers.
• No professional audio, video, or audio recording equipment - (including detachable lenses, tripods, zooms or commercial use rigs)
• No unsealed liquids or gels of any kind
• No jewelry or clothing that could inflict harm
• No full face masks
• No large bags over 12” x 6” x 12”, no backpacks, no Camelbacks or Bota Bags
• No stuffed animals or toys of any kind

This list of prohibited items is subject to change at the discretion of venue management.

No, crowd surfing and stage diving is prohibited. Any patron partaking in the act will be ejected from the venue.

The Observatory and The Constellation Room are standing-room only. Consider elevating your night with seating on our VIP Balcony. Please email ObservatoryOCInfo@livenation.com for inquiries or visit our VIP tab. 

The Constellation Room is a one-level, intimate venue with no permanent seating.

Cameras on phones and point-and-shoot cameras are allowed in the venue. Video cameras, SLR cameras, D-SLR cameras, or any cameras with interchangeable lenses are not allowed. If you are interested in shooting with a professional camera, please get permission from the artist’s management. We are unable to help secure photo passes or facilitate contact with artist management.

We do not have a dress code, but you must have a top, bottoms, and shoes to enter the venue.

Yes, for shows happening in both our main room and Constellation Room please smoke on our patio. For shows happening in just our Constellation Room, we offer a smoking area located at the side of our main entrance.

Yes, we offer coat check and lockers. It is $5 and located right outside the main entrance.

Yes, we have a delicious food menu. We have a full selection of beer, wine, and liquor for your enjoyment.

Please email us at ObservatoryOCInfo@livenation.com and we’ll be happy to help you.