U2 At Gillette Stadium: What You Need To Know

FOXBOROUGH, MA — Have a desire to see U2 this weekend? If you are near Foxborough, you are in luck.

The Bono-led band will perform at Gillette Stadium this Sunday as part of the Joshua Tree Tour 2017. The performance celebrates the 30th anniversary of what many consider to be one of the greatest rock albums ever made.

Released to universal acclaim in 1987, the Joshua Tree was U2’s first No. 1 album in the U.S., topping the charts worldwide, including in the U.K. and Ireland. The album went on to sell over 25 million albums worldwide and turned the band into superstars. The album would go on to win BRIT Award and three Grammys.

To help you get ready for U2's first show in Foxborough since 2009, here's what you need to know:

Parking Lot Information

Stadium parking lots open at 2:30 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 p.m., with the show starting at 6:30 p.m. with the Lumineers. The main act will follow afterwards.

Allow For Plenty Of Time Around The Stadium

With a capacity crowd expected, concertgoers are advised to give themselves plenty of time to get to the stadium. Fans can use Interstate 495, Interstate 95, and Route 140 to access Route 1. The usual local traffic restrictions blocking stadium access from North and Beach streets will be in place.

Clear Bag Policy In Effect

Fans attending the show 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 and backpacks, will not be allowed inside Gillette Stadium and will not be held or stored by the venue. These items must be returned to a vehicle before entering the stadium. For more information on the clear bag policy, click here.
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, 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.

Help!

Gillette Stadium has 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.

The Short Version

So in summary, this:

Information in this article was provided by Gillette Stadium

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