Kenny Chesney at Gillette Stadium 2016: What You Need to Know

FOXBOROUGH, MA — After months of anticipation, excitement and tailgate planning, the annual Kenny Chesney show at Gillette Stadium is here!

This weekend, the country star will once again come to Foxborough with what might be his biggest show at Gillette Stadium. Joining Chesney for the annual end-of-August show formerly known as Countryfest will be Miranda Lambert, Old Dominion and Sam Hunt.

This will be Chesney's his 10th visit to Gillette Stadium, giving him more performances than any act to grace the stadium's stage. The popularity of his shows led to him nicknaming his New England fanbase "No Shoes Nation," which also received a banner that was hung inside the stadium.

This year, Chesney and friends will perform on Aug. 26 and 27. Residents and drivers on Route 1 should expect heavy traffic around the stadium on both days.

To help you get ready for the weekend, here's what you need to know:

When do things open?

• Parking Lots - 2 p.m.
• Stadium Gates - 4 p.m.
• Concert Start - 5 p.m.
• Parking Price - $40 for cars and motorcycles, $150 for RVs

For more parking information, visit the Gillette Stadium parking FAQ.

Allow for plenty of time around the stadium.

With a capacity crowd of 50,000 expected both days and stadium traffic likely to overlap with the evening commute Friday, 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 I-95, I-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.

Information in this article provided by Gillette Stadium.

Image Credit: Gillette Stadium/Dwight Darian