Coldplay At Gillette Stadium 2017: What You Need To Know

FOXBOROUGH, MA — They played the in Foxborough last year as part of their first world tour in four years and Coldplay liked it so much that they're coming back again.

Friday night, the "A Head Full Of Dreams" tour returns to Gillette Stadium. It is the band's second time in the home of the defending Super Bowl Champions, and third for lead singer Chris Martin, who was a guest at Ed Sheeran's 2015 show.

To help you get ready for the first Coldplay concert at Gillette Stadium, here's what you need to know:

Parking Lot Information

Stadium parking lots open at 3 p.m. Parking is $40 for cars and motorcycles and $150 for buses, RVs and limos. For more parking information, visit the Gillette Stadium parking FAQ.

Showtime!
The Gillette Stadium gates will open at 5:30 p.m., with the show starting at 7 p.m. Opening for Coldplay will be Izzy Bizu and AlunaGeorge. The main act will follow later in the evening.

Allow for Plenty of Time Around the Stadium

With a the arrival of near-capacity crowd overlapping with the evening commute, fans are encouraged to arrive early to allow for plenty of time when traveling near the stadium. The usual traffic restrictions will be in place on local roads before and after the show. Fans must use Interstate 95, Interstate 495 or Route 140 to access Route 1 and Gillette Stadium.

Clear Bag Policy In Effect

Fans attending Friday’s concert are reminded that bags larger than a small wristlet or handheld wallet will not be allowed inside Gillette Stadium, per the venue’s clear bag policy, which is in effect at all ticketed events. If carrying a bag into the stadium is necessary, there are two options: a clear plastic bag the size of a 1- gallon Ziploc bag or a small wristlet or handheld wallet not exceeding 8” x 5” x 2” (approximately the size of a hand).

Please note that bags larger than the permitted size, including purses, shoulder bags, diaper bags and backpacks, will not be allowed inside Gillette Stadium on event day. Further, bags exceeding the permitted size will not be held or stored by the venue and must be returned to a vehicle before entering the stadium. For more information on the clear bag policy, click here.


Banned Items

Prohibited items at Gillette Stadium include, but are not limited to: selfie sticks, GoPro cameras, camera bags, umbrellas, coolers, fanny packs, outside food and beverage, balloons or beach balls, noisemakers, signs larger than 11 x 17 and any other items deemed dangerous and/or inappropriate by stadium management. For more information on prohibited items, check the stadium security protocol.

If You Need Help

Guest service booths located on the 100- and 300-level concourses at midfield/50-yard line for all stadium events. If you need immediate assistance during the event, please contact the stadium hotline at 508-384-9205.

If you require anonymous assistance during the event for behavioral or conduct related matters, please send security operations a text message at 508-928-3838 or text the word, CONDUCT to 78247 followed by all the relevant details.

So In Summary

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