Metallica at Gillette Stadium: What You Need to Know

FOXBORUOGH, MA — For the first time since 2003, one of the greatest heavy metal bands of all time returns to Foxborough.

Friday night, Metallica brings the WorldWired Tour to Gillette Stadium. The show is part of the band's first proper North American tour since 2009. Joining them will be Local H and Volbeat, who will be providing support as the opening acts.

Whether you're preparing to head bang the night away or want to know when the traffic on your commute home is going to start, here's what you need to know about the upcoming concert.

PARKING LOT INFORMATION

Stadium parking lots open at 2 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 4:30 p.m., with the show starting at 6 p.m. with Local H. Volbeat takes the stage at 7 p.m., with the main event to follow.

ALLOW FOR PLENTY OF TIME AROUND THE STADIUM

With the show overlapping the Friday evening commute, concertgoers are advised to expect extra traffic on their way 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.

Information in this article was provided by Gillette Stadium

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