Can You Uber To and From the BankNH Pavilion in Gilford, New Hampshire?

We LOVE going to shows at the BankNH Pavilion. It is one of my favorite concert venues for a multitude of reasons.

Reason 1: the food is amazing

I love that there are so many different booths and food options inside the venue. It almost feels like a fair minus the smell of cow pies. Don't get me started on their pizza, It doesn't get the attention it deserves! I usually grab a slice around 9pm to soak up some of tailgating booze so I am fresh and fed for the headliner.

Reason 2: Their backstage area is elite

If you've ever had a backstage experience at BankNH Pavilion, then you know what I'm talking about; the bar, the fire pit, the basketball court, the SWIMMING POOL. There's a reason why multiple artists have said BNHP is their favorite venue to perform at in the country. It's that and of course THE CROWD, which is the perfect segue way into reason #3.

Reason 3: The energy of the audience

There is something in the air in Gilford, New Hampshire. Maybe it's that white mountain air, maybe it's the close proximity to Lake Winnipesaukee, maybe it's the giant Coronas they sell inside the venue. But every show I have been to at the BankNH Pavilion, rain or shine, the people are happy to be there and are embracing the gift of live music.

But every venue has it's strengths and it's weaknesses, for the BankNH Pavilion the pros certainly outweigh the cons.

The biggest thing that people complain about on Reddit is the lack of accommodations near the venue and what a struggle it is to take a rideshare app due to the lack of drivers/cell service.

The venue really can't control the accommodations in surrounding towns. If you don't mind a little more of a rugged experience, camping at their campgrounds comes highly recommended! It also gets you into the show earlier and takes care of the whole parking situation.

Can you Uber to/from a show at the BNHP?

Technically, you could but it does not come highly recommended.

A user on Reddit who goes by the name Skate_603 said there is a rideshare pickup area near the venue but many times Gilford PD will close down the main road to the pickup area. This results in pretty much all rideshare drivers (unless it's a scheduled ride AND at the pickup area an hour before show ends) picking up from the liquor store plaza, which is about a mile walk from BNHP.

Personally, I have splurged for the VIP parking a few times and it was 100% worth it. It puts you a lot closer to the venue and it's much easier to get out after the show. However, if all parties in your group want to partake in adult beverages and no one wants to be the designated driver, either camp or hire a driver!