The new Live Nation amphitheater in Riverside was announced in October of 2024, with the Riverside Board of Aldermen approving $120 million in bond money to support its construction.

Today, Live Nation announced the name of the new amphitheater, scheduled to open in early 2026. Morton Amphitheater is named in honor of Morton Salt, which relocated its headquarters from Chicago to Overland Park in 2024.

The full capacity of the venue, including the lawn, is 16,000 attendees, and the venue was designed to suit a wide range of artists, tours, and genres – so every fan can find a show they want to see.

According to a Morton Amphitheater spokesperson, “Kansas City has long been a powerhouse music market. We’re adding to the incredible scene with a best-in-class outdoor venue, built exclusivel

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