Properly Preparing For U2's Pittsburgh Concert

PITTSBURGH, PA - U2 brings its much-anticipated The Joshua Tree Tour 2017 to Heinz Field on Wednesday. If you’re one of the tens of thousands of people who can’t wait to see the Hall-of-Fame band, Patch has the lowdown on the concert’s logistics.

The concert: U2 and opening act The Lumineers, 6:30 p.m., rain or shine.

The music: The legendary Irish band is touring to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the band’s epic album “The Joshua Tree.” This marks the first time U2 is touring to promote an album from their back catalogue rather than a new release. Expect to hear “The Joshua Tree” in its entirety and perhaps a song or two from U2’s long-awaited next album, “Songs of Experience.”

Are U2 tickets still available? Yes, starting at $35.

When should you get there? Fans with field and general admission tickets can begin lining up outside Gate 6 along Reedsdale Street at noon. Stadium parking lots open at 3 p.m. Gates open at 5 p.m.

Is tailgating permitted? Yes, but you must adhere to Alco Parking’s tailgating rules.

Any security screening recommendations? To keep the line moving quickly, remove hats and all items from your pockets before the screening. Try to bring only the items you need to the concert. Have your tickets and credit card ready to be scanned and keep your tickets on you at all times.

Have any other questions about the U2 concert? Most of the answers can be found here. Enjoy the show.

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