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Billy Joel in Denver: What to know for Friday’s concert at Coors Field
DENVER (KDVR) — Coloradans who are in the mood for a melody are in luck, Billy Joel is in town.
Friday night’s concert at Coors Field will be Billy Joel’s first time back in Denver since the last time he performed at Coors Field five years ago.
If you’re lucky enough to go to the show tonight, here are some things to know ahead of time.
When to head to Coors Field
Gates into Coors Field open at 6:30 p.m., and the concert is scheduled to begin at 8 p.m.
Parking lots at Coors Field will open at 5:30 p.m. Don’t plan on parking at Coors Field early to tailgate — the Rockies website said tailgating will not be permitted.
The Colorado Rockies recommend that fans arrive early to minimize wait times at the entry gates. Everyone attending the concert will have to go through security, which includes metal detection and bag inspections.
Rideshare pickup, dropoff spots near Coors Field
The Denver Police Department recently partnered with some rideshare companies to designate specific spots for drivers to pick up and drop off passengers during peak hours around Coors Field.
Peak hours include Friday and Saturday evenings from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. If you are using a rideshare app to get to and from the concert, the app should direct you and the driver to a designated pickup zone. There will be signs posted at each of the pickup zones..
What to bring
Most importantly, this is a friendly reminder to bring your ticket. Tickets are required for all attendees, even children under 3 years old.
Permitted items may be different for the Billy Joel concert than for the Rockies games. But the basics include that no bags will be allowed, except for purses and medical supply bags, which are subject to search.
No outside food or drink will be allowed in the venue. Also, you don’t need to bring cash: Coors Field is a cashless venue.
Other things that will not be allowed inside include aerosol cans, animals (except trained service animals), banners or signs, bullhorns, noisemakers, drones, weapons, fireworks, laser pointers, selfie sticks, squirt guns, chairs, cameras and recorders, tablets, glow sticks, and any other items deemed unfit for public safety.
Still need a ticket?
Tickets for the Billy Joel show are sold through Ticketmaster.
There are still some tickets available as of noon Friday, with some starting at $90. Many of the tickets are resale, so the prices may be higher than they were when initially released. There are a few tickets that are not resale on the field near the stage starting around $250.
For the first time in the team’s history, Altitude Sports is broadcasting Denver Nuggets home games in Spanish. Kroenke Sports and Entertainment announced it has contracted a team to broadcast its games in Spanish for the playoffs.
“I think that is what the public wanted,” said Ivan De La Garza, producer for the broadcast team.
A team of three people, two commentators and a producer, sit in a press box at the top of Ball Arena. Their commentary is then synced with the traditional Altitude broadcast video and shared on the Altitude Plus application.
“With the Nuggets winning in the last five years, there is a tremendous amount of following from Latino people trying to listen to and watch the games in Spanish,” said Andres Casas, color commentator for the broadcast.
Casas said he strives to bring the same energy fans get during soccer broadcasts into the basketball broadcasts.
“That excitement that gets you. We want people to feel they are at the game,” Casas said.
“It has been so amazing to be a part of the Spanish broadcast for the Nuggets. I have been a fan of the Nuggets for my whole life,” said Jena Garcia, play-by-play commentator.
Garcia said it has been a dream come true to help bring this broadcast to her community.
“I’ve always desired to hear a Spanish broadcast, just as a fan. To be a part of it is just incredible,” Garcia said.
Those working in the broadcast said they are honored to help expand the reach of the Nuggets and sports in accessing diverse communities.
“We love sports. We are passionate, we are loud. We like to get together and enjoy sports,” De La Garza said.
“The Nuggets have a huge following, especially on the Spanish side. So, it is great for them to be able to listen to what is going on, game by game, especially into the playoffs,” Casas said.
“It is just another step of access that they are getting to be a fan of basketball,” Garcia said.
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Where to watch Minnesota Timberwolves vs Denver Nuggets Playoffs: TV channel, start time, streaming for April 18
The 2026 NBA postseason is finally here after a thrilling Play-In Tournament saw the Phoenix Suns, Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers and Portland Trail Blazers officially earn their spot in the playoffs
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