The Zac Brown Band will swing through downtown Phoenix on Saturday, Nov. 19, for the final date of the Out in the Middle Tour at Chase Field.
The country hitmaker's Out in the Middle Tour follows 2021’s incredibly successful Comeback Tour, whose name referred to coming back from the pandemic shutdown.
In a press release, Brown said, "We’re so excited to go back out on the road and keep the unbelievable momentum going ... debuting some of the best music we’ve ever made."
This is their first Valley concert since early 2019, when the Down the Rabbit Hole Tour playedAk-Chin Pavilion.
Here's everything to knowbefore you go to Chase Field — from parking information to details on the venue's clear bag policy and what to expect from the concert itself.
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A wide variety of Chase Field dining and beverage concessions will be open.
That includes A-Zona Street Tacos, Big Dawgs, Black Rock Coffee Bar, Burger Burger, Cactus Corn, Carvery Cart, Chick Fil-A, Cold Beer & Cheeseburgers, Copper State Steaks, Doubleheaders, Gadzooks Enchiladas & Soup, Gonzo's Grill, Guy Fieri’s DTPHX Kitchen + Bar, Hop Valley Box, Hungry Hill Sangwich, Oasis, Red Hot Grill, ReyGloria's Tamales, Streets of New York, Taste of Chase and The Still at Cutwater
For dessert, there'sChurro Dog, Cold Stone Creamery,Desert Ice,Scoopwell’s Dough Bar, Sweet Treats,Wetzel’s Pretzels and Zoyo Yogurt.
There are assorted beer portables, dessert carts and liquor bars throughout the ballpark.
Circle K, Fry's and Pepsi offer grab and go options.
The club spaces under the seats (Sedona/Sonoran/BMW HP) and Draft Room will not be open.
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Is Chase Field air conditioned?
Yes, Chase Field is air conditioned.
Will the Chase Field roof be open?
No, the roof will not be open.
Can I still buy tickets to Zac Brown Band's Phoenix concert?
A week out from the concert, tickets were still available atTicketmaster.
What time should I arrive at Chase Field?
Doors open at 4 p.m. Fans are encouraged to show up as close to 4 p.m. as possible to avoid potential delays at the gates as it gets closer to show time. The concert starts at 6 p.m.
There are two openers: Robert Randolph Band and Sam Hunt.
Can I bring water or other beverages to Chase Field?
You may bring the following:
- Unflavored/noncarbonated water in sealedplastic bottles.
- Emptyplastic water bottles.
- Sealedsingle-serving juice boxes.
- Formula and baby food.
You may not bring outside alcohol into the venue.
No metal or glass containers arepermitted.Thermos containers or those similar in style are not permitted.
Small food items are permitted if brought in an approved clear bag.
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Can I bring a bag to Chase Field? Does my purseneed to be clear?
Approved bags include clutch purses and wallets no larger than 6.5 inchesby 4.5 inches orclear bags nolarger than12 by 12 by 6 inches.
Clear bags may not have obscured interior pockets.
Purses are subject to search.
Resealableclear plastic storage bags no larger than one gallon are permitted.
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Can I bring a seat cushion or blanket to Chase Field?
Seat cushions no wider than 18inches without pockets, zippers or concealable areas are permitted.
Clothing and blankets are permitted if carried loosely or in an approved clear bag.
What if I want to Uber or Lyft to or from Chase Field?
The suggested pick-up and drop-off area is at Washington and Third streets, north of the stadium.
How do mobile tickets work for this event?
All tickets for this event are mobile.Access your tickets using the MLB Ballpark app or Ticketmaster app.
Customer service is available atChase Field Plaza on Fourth Street between Jefferson and Jackson streets on the southwest corner of the stadium near Gate E.
Cash is not accepted at Chase Field
Chase Fieldis a cashless stadium that only accepts major credit and debit cards, Apple Payand Google Pay.
Where do I enter if I have floor seats?
Guests with floor seats must enter via Gate J on the east side of the stadium just under the overpass of Seventh Street.
Guests with floor tickets will be unable to enter the ballpark at any other gate.
Also worth noting? There are bars on the floor so guests can head straighttherefor beverages.
VIP package check-in is also availableat Gate K.
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What to expect at security
As you approach a gate, your ticket will be scannedand you will be instructed to place your cellphone andothermetal objects in a bin on the table or inside your handbag or backpack.
Small sets of keys or spare change do not need to go in the bin. Security will then examine your bags and direct you through the metal detector.
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What if I can't or don't want to go through a metal detector?
Fans who do not prefer to go through the metal detector have theoption of a pat-down search.
Ifa medical implant sets off the metal detector, the person willbe subject to a follow-up screening thatmay include a hand wand or light pat-down search.
Gates A, C, E, J andKand the Bridge Entrance will have lanes available for those who cannot go through a metal detector because of a mobility device.
Guests using these lanes will be subject to a light pat-down or hand wand, as well as inspection of the mobility device.
Weapons of any kind are not allowed
Weapons of any kind, including pocket knives, are prohibited.
Chase Field will not hold personal items. Storage lockers are available.
Only active federal or Arizona state law enforcement officers may enter with a firearm. Credentials will be verified at the time of entry.
Here's what else you can't bring to the Zac Brown Band concert
The following item are prohibited:
- Animals (except for service animals).
- Aerosol cans.
- Drones and other remote-controlled devices.
- Drugs or other illegal substances (including medical marijuana).
- Masks (except those that are medically required).
- Fireworks or other incendiary devices.
- Camera tri-, dual- or single-leg pods by non-media personnel.
- Skateboards, inline skates, scootersor shoes with wheels.
- Obscene, offensive, indecentor inappropriate attire.
- Blow horns or noisemakers.
- Umbrellas.
- Fishing nets.
- Beach balls, balloons or other inflatables (without prior approval).
- Laser pens.
- Banners containing commercial, political or obscene material, or that block guest views.
- Frisbees.
- Bicycles (use theapproved bike parking racks).
- Liquids or machinesfor blowing bubbles.
Other items may be prohibited at the discretion of Chase Field management, so don't bring a canoe or a lawnmower just because it didn't make the list of things you shouldn't bring.
There's free Wi-Fi at Chase Field
Chase Field offers visitors free Wi-Fi at Dbacks Wifi.
What to expect on the Zac Brown Bandsetlist
Here's the setlist from a recent show in Oakland, California:
Act 1
- "Toes"
- "Free" / "Into the Mystic"
- "Whiskey's Gone"
- "As She's Walking Away"
- "Dixieland Delight" / "Forever and Ever, Amen" / "9 to 5" / "Dixieland Delight"
- "Wild Palomino"
- "Same Boat"
Act 2
- "Keep Me in Mind"
- "Out in the Middle"
- "Jump Right In"
- "Come Back"
- "Sweet Annie"
- "Enter Sandman"
- "Loving You Easy"
- "GA Clay"
- "Knee Deep" / "You Are the Best Thing" / "Knee Deep"
- "The Devil Went Down to Georgia"
Act 3
- "That's The Way (I Like It)" / "Brick House" / "Kiss" / "Sir Duke" / "Cruisin'" / "Poison" / "Sledgehammer" / "All Night Long" / "The Way You Make Me Feel" / "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" / "Happy" / "Never Gonna Give You Up"
- "Fly as Me"
- "Colder Weather" / "Take it to the Limit" / "Colder Weather"
- "Chicken Fried"
- "Homegrown"
Where to find the lost and found at Chase Field
During an event, you may inquire about lost and found items at Guest Services stations on the Main Concourse section 128 or 322. Following an event, all unclaimed items are logged by Security and secured for 30 days.
For inquiries following an event, contact Security at dbacks.com/lost.
How to takelight rail to the Zac Brown concert
Valley Metro trains run every 15-20 minutes with a drop-off steps from Chase Field at the Third Street/Washington or Third Street/Jefferson stations.
The light rail runs until midnight.
You can buy your fare at any light rail station using cash, creditor debit card— or purchase a pass in advance to avoid lines at the vending machines.
It may be best to buy an all-day pass for riding to and from the concert. Once you activate your pass, it's good for unlimited boarding the same day. That way, there's noneed to wait in line to purchase a pass when the concert is over.
Download the Valley Metro App to help trip planning to and from Chase Field or visitvalleymetro.org.
Here's how to park and ride
Phoenix:19th and Dunlap avenues,19th and Montebello avenues,19th Avenue and Camelback Road, Seventh Avenue and Camelback Road,Central Avenue and Camelback Roadand 38th and Washington streets.
Tempe:Dorsey Lane and Apache Boulevard,McClintock Drive and Apache Boulevard, Loop 101 and Apache Boulevard.
Mesa:Sycamore andMain Street; Mesa Drive and Main Street; Gilbert Road and Main Street.
Where can I park near Chase Field?
You can select a lot and pay for parking in advance atparkwhiz.com. Seven days out, 21 lotswithin a 1-mile radius of Chase Fieldhad spaces available for $15-$40.
I'm driving to the Zac Brownconcert. What's the best route to take?
Chase Field is at 401 E. Jefferson St. in downtown Phoenix. It is bounded by Seventh Street to the east, Fourth Street to the west, Jefferson Street to the north, and the Southern Pacific Railroad tracks to the south.
There are multiple construction projects taking place on both the freeways and surface streets to and from Chase Field, so plan extra time to get there if you are arriving by car.
For example, Fourth Street will be closed by noon.
If you're coming from the southeast Valley:
Take Interstate 10 west, thenuse the right three lanes to I-17 at the split. Exit to the right on Seventh Street,then turn left at thelight on Lincoln Street. Or, continue north on Seventh Street to Jefferson Street, thenturn right to access parking facilities east of Seventh Street.
A word to the wise: Left turns from Seventh Street westbound onto Washington Street are prohibited.
To avoid congestion, continue on I-17 to the Seventh Avenueexit, go right on Seventh Avenue and then right at Lincoln or Jefferson streets.
If you're coming from Scottsdale or east Mesa:
Take Loop 202 west to I-10 and exit viathe Third StreetHOV laneor Seventh Avenue. Turn left on Fillmore, Van Buren (accessible from Fifth Avenue only) or Jefferson streets.
If you're coming from the northwest Valley:
Use I-17 to the Jefferson Street exit, then turn left and continue eastbound.
If you're coming from the northeast Valley:
TakeState Route 51 (Piestewa Freeway) to I-10 east, exit at Washington Streetand turn right. Or take I-10 west to the Seventh Streetexit and turn left.
To avoid congestion, continue on I-10 to Seventh Avenue or the Third Street HOV exit. Turn left on Fillmore, Van Buren (accessible from Fifth Avenueonly) or Jefferson streets.
If you're coming from north central Phoenix:
Use surface streets, including Seventh Avenue, First Avenue and Seventh Street.
Due to heavy traffic,Seventh Street is the least-preferred option.
If you're coming from the West Valley
Take I-10 to Seventh Avenue or the Fifth Avenue HOV exitandturn right. Turn left on Fillmore, Van Buren (accessible from Fifth Avenue only) or Jefferson streets for parking.
Reach the reporter at ed.masley@arizonarepublic.com or 602-444-4495. Follow him on Twitter @EdMasley.
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