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.