Reminders for Paul McCartney concert at the Kohl Center
May 31, 2019 | General News
Arrive early for Enhanced Security and On-Stage Time
MADISON, Wis. — The Kohl Center will host Paul McCartney as a part of his "Freshen Up" tour on Thursday, June 6. Guests attending the concert are strongly encouraged to read this information carefully. If you do not see the answer to your question below, please contact (608) 263-5645.
Please arrive early, in plenty of time because there will be high security at venue entrances and Paul McCartney may go on stage at 8:00 p.m. prompt. (There is no opening act!)
Event Timeline
- Kohl Center Ticket Office Opens: 10:00 a.m.
- Kohl Center Gates Open: 6:30 p.m.
- Concert Begins (Approximate): 8:00 p.m. (please note there is no opening act)
Ticketing Information:
- Ticket Policy: All guests, regardless of age, will need a ticket for admission.
- Re-Entry Policy: No Re-Entry. If you leave the arena, you will not be allowed to re-enter on the same event ticket.
- Will Call: Located at Gate B of the Kohl Center.
Parking Information
Frances Street (south of Dayton Street) and Lake Street (between Dayton Street and W. Johnson Street) will have parking restrictions starting at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 5 through 4:00 a.m. on Friday, June 7. Parking is available in the lots surrounding the Kohl Center on a first-come, first-served basis. UW-Madison Campus Lots 29, 46, 48 (accessible parking), 83, and 91 are all available for $10 (credit cards preferred, cash accepted) starting at 2:30 p.m.
The City of Madison State Street Ramp (430 N. Frances Street) and City of Madison Overture Center Garage (318 W. Mifflin St.) will have $8 special event pay-on entry parking available.
Floor Entry (Sections 1-5):
After entering the Kohl Center, each guest with a floor ticket (Sections 1-5) will need to show their ticket at the designated floor access location near Gate A. Guests that confirm validity of their floor ticket will be allowed to enter the floor seating area. All guests with floor tickets should plan their arrival time accordingly to account for this process.
Premium Seating Entry:
Fans with suite or Nicholas Club tickets will enter through the Premium Seat Entrance, located at the far east end of Gate A, at 6:30 p.m.
All Other Tickets:
All other fans with tickets are able to enter through Gates A, B, or C at 6:30 p.m.
Entry and Security Procedures:
To ensure the highest level of safety and security, all guests will go through walk-through metal detectors and are subject to search upon entry at all entrances to the Kohl Center. Remove your cell phones and keys as you approach. Do not remove watches, shoes, hats, wallets, belts, or coins.
Prohibited items at the Kohl Center include:
- Professional audio or video recording devices - (cameras and recorders and iPads)
- Oversized bags (Maximum bag size is 8.5" x 11" with clear totes no larger than 12" x 6" x 12")
- Flags, large banners, or signs with poles (standard sheet of paper signs are ok)
- Alcohol, drugs, illegal substances or any paraphernalia associated with drug use
- Backpacks
- Cans, bottles, coolers or any outside food or drink
- Drones
- Fireworks
- Laptops Laser pens or pointers of any type
- Monopods, tripods and selfie-sticks
- Noisemakers or air horns
- All Illegal guns and weapons are prohibited
- Pepper spray/Mace Chains, knives and spiked jewelry
- Any additional item deemed dangerous or inappropriate
In addition, no professional photography equipment will be allowed in the venue without proper media credentials.
Gifts/Items for Performers
Gifts or other items for the performers are not being accepted. Do not bring these items to the arena.
Venue Reminders:
- No on-site storage for prohibited items is available. All items need to be stored off-site.
- For the safety of all fans in attendance, it is strongly recommended that guests refrain from fighting, throwing items, or using foul/abusive language or gestures.
- The Kohl Center is a smoke-free venue.
- Paul McCartney plans to film the concert. By entering the venue, you agree.
- If you do not see the answer to your question in this email, please contact the Kohl Center at 608-263-5645 or visit the Guest Services page on UWBadgers.com.
