The Penguin Rocks logo
The Penguin Rocks Menu



 

Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band to Play Shows in Philly and NJ

originally published: 02/14/2023


Photo Credit: Rob DeMartin

(EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ) -- Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band have announced additional North American dates on their 2023 international tour in 18 cities, with newly-added shows beginning at Chicago's Wrigley Field on August 9 and running through December 8 at San Francisco's Chase Center. Multiple nights have been scheduled for Philadelphia's Citizens Bank Park (August 16 and 18), New Jersey's MetLife Stadium (August 30 and September 1), Toronto's Scotiabank Arena (November 14 and 16) and Los Angeles' Kia Forum (December 4 and 6).

Tickets for the 22 added North American shows will go on sale over the course of the next two weeks, with the first onsale beginning this Friday February 19 at 10:00am local time.

The 2023 international tour began February 1 in Tampa, Florida with Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band's first North American show in seven years. Opening night featured a high-energy 28-song set which included rocking fan favorites like "Born To Run," "Prove It All Night," and "Wrecking Ball," with The E Street Band effortlessly shifting to soul and R&B while complemented by a horn section and backing vocalists. Rolling Stone called the band's return "ecstatic and emotional," and SPIN added it was a "must-see." USA Today said they "rocked like their lives depended on it" and the Associated Press noted the "energy was as high as ever...every song seemed epic.”

For many cities, the tour will be using Verified Fan via Ticketmaster. Verified Fan requires pre-registration at https://verifiedfan.ticketmaster.com/springsteen and is open through Sunday February 19 at 11:59pm ET. Verified Fan is intended to make it easier for fans to get tickets, and harder for resellers and bots.

Tickets for Wrigley Field and Citizens Bank Park will be sold directly by the stadiums.

Photo Credit: Rob DeMartin




New Jersey Stage provides affordable advertising for the arts, click here for info



New 2023 North American Tour Dates

August 9 - Chicago, IL @ Wrigley Field 

August 16 - Philadelphia, PA @ Citizens Bank Park (Onsale: Tuesday, February 28 at 10:00am ET)

August 18 - Philadelphia, PA @ Citizens Bank Park (Onsale: Tuesday, February 28 at 10:00am ET)

August 24 - Foxborough, MA @ Gillette Stadium 

August 28 - Washington, DC @ Nationals Park 

August 30 - East Rutherford, NJ @ MetLife Stadium (Verified Fan Onsale: Friday, February 24 at 10:00am ET)




New Jersey Stage provides affordable advertising for the arts, click here for info



September 1 - East Rutherford, NJ @ MetLife Stadium (Verified Fan Onsale: Friday, February 24 at 12:00pm ET)

September 7 - Syracuse, NY @ JMA Wireless Dome 

September 9 - Baltimore, MD @ Oriole Park at Camden Yards 

September 12 - Pittsburgh, PA @ PPG Paints Arena 

November 3 - Vancouver, BC @ Rogers Arena 

November 6 - Edmonton, AB @ Rogers Place 

November 8 - Calgary, AB @ Scotiabank Saddledome 

November 10 - Winnipeg, MB @ Canada Life Centre 

November 14 - Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena 

November 16 - Toronto, ON @ Scotiabank Arena 




New Jersey Stage provides affordable advertising for the arts, click here for info



November 18 - Ottawa, ON @ Canadian Tire Centre

November 20 - Montreal, QC @ Centre Bell 

November 30 - Phoenix, AZ @ Footprint Center 

December 4 - Inglewood, CA @ Kia Forum 

December 6 - Inglewood, CA @ Kia Forum 

December 8 - San Francisco, CA @ Chase Center 


 

COLUMNS


Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Promises" by Dave Vargo

The Makin Waves Song of the Week is "Promises" from Jersey Shore-based roots rocker Dave Vargo's latest album, "Ghost Towns."




Rock On! This Week's Sound Bites... 04/02/2026




This Week in Music: Previews for Concerts from March 31 to April 6, 2026




​​​​​​​Makin Waves Song of the Week: "Tom Seaver" by Greg Amici






 

MORE NEWS

(FRENCHTOWN, NJ) -- Singer-songwriter, Clover Stieve (formerly CLOVER), has release the single, "How Big Can I Dream," from her upcoming album, Born to Live. Originally written for WXPN's 24-Hour Songwriting contest, the ethereal song highlights Clover Stieve's honey-drenched alto over shimmering acoustic guitars and vocal harmonies.


Bassist Martin Wind Adds Piano to His Gravity Trio for Area Performances




Russell Jamie Johnson releases "Who We Used To Be"




Sparta Announces New Album, Releases "Crater"




Low Cut Connie Pays Tribute To Prince 10 Years After His Passing with "Little Red Corvette" Cover






 

UPCOMING SHOWS


State Theatre New Jersey presents The Sound Studio Series 2026

(NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ) -- State Theatre New Jersey proudly presents The Sound Studio Series, an immersive musical experience that places concertgoers at the very heart of the performance. Held in STNJ's intimate Studio space, limited to just 80 attendees, The Sound Studio Series features a dynamic mix of both classical and rock performances. Each concert concludes with an exclusive post-show meet-and-greet with the artists, offering fans a rare opportunity to connect directly with the performers. Tickets for the series are $20-$30.


Roy's Hall presents James McMurtry




State Theatre New Jersey presents Yellow Brick Joel: The Tribute Concert—Elton John & Billy Joel




SOUP CAN Magazine to Celebrate Five Years With a Monumental Canniversary Event






Advertise with The Penguin Rocks for $50-$100 per month, click here for info




The Penguin Rocks

© 2026 by Wine Time Media, LLC
PO Box 811, Belmar, NJ 07719
[email protected]

Presented by New Jersey Stage

Images used on this site have been sent to us from publicists, artists, and PR firms. If there is a problem with the rights to any image, please contact us and we will look into the matter.

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and our NJ Stage accounts on Instagram, and Threads


News | Features | Radio Shows | Penguin's Hall of Fame | Song of the Week | BlowUpRadio column

Contact Us | About Us | Submit Music | Ad Rates