Ponte Vedra Concert Hall


Ponte Vedra Concert Hall is a premier live music venue located in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Now officially reopened following a transformative renovation, the Concert Hall features expanded capacity, upgraded amenities, and state-of-the-art production capabilities. Operated by SJC Cultural Events, Inc., a nonprofit organization, the venue hosts nearly 180 concerts annually and remains a cornerstone of Northeast Florida’s cultural landscape.

History

  • The original auditorium was built in 1980 for the Palm Valley Baptist Church.
  • In 2002 New Beginnings Baptist Church acquired the property but outgrew it and build a new home.
  • Four years later, it was purchased by St. Johns County for $9.2 million.
  • Renovations began in 2009 to become a music venue.
  • The Ponte Vedra Concert Hall opened February 13, 2011 for five concerts that month.
  • In 2018 Friends of the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall donate $50,000 to pay for a outdoor terrace.
  • A fund-raising campaign was started by Friends of the Ponte Vedra Concert Hall in 2020 to renovate the 40-year-old facility.
  • The St. Johns County commission unanimously approved $5.4 million toward for PVCH renovation. The remaining 50% was received or pledged to fully fund the project.
  • An April 25, 2024 show with the Dixie Dregs was the last concert before closing the hall for renovation.
  • Plans designed by Fisher Koppenhafer were approved, and construction began in 2nd quarter 2024.
  • In the 13-year history of the original facility, there were more than 1,100 events featuring 480 different artists attended by almost 400,000 people.

Renovation

The $10.7 million renovation of PVCH is projected to reopen August 1, 2025 with bluegrass musician Dan Tyminski. The venue will feature an L-Acoustics 50kW audio system, superior lighting and projection systems, spacious lobby and restrooms, expanded food & drink options, Stadium seating
a 2nd floor balcony with seats and terraces outside 1st & 2nd floors.
The hall has hosted artists from across the musical spectrum including pop, jazz, classical, country, rock, bluegrass, folk artists, acoustic singer-songwriters, Grammy-winning acts, community theater productions, comedians and tribute bands.
The venue is also available for events such as weddings, receptions, meetings, presentations and celebrations. A St. Johns County Commissioner expects that school groups will be able to utilize the local facility.