(HARRISON, NJ) -- Sports Illustrated Stadium, one of the New York metropolitan region's fastest-growing sports and entertainment destinations, announced the inaugural "Sports Illustrated Stadium Concert Series" to be held over two nights on October 10-11, 2025. This landmark moment launches the venue's first major music series and kicks off a growing calendar of world-class concerts and special events at the 25,000+ seat stadium through 2025 and beyond.
The Sports Illustrated Stadium Concert Series spans two individually ticketed nights of top-tier, live performances across country, rap, hip-hop, and R&B, allowing fans to attend one or both events based on their musical preference. On Friday, October 10, legendary country music star Jason Aldean - three-time Academy of Country Music (ACM) Entertainer of the Year, multiple Country Music Association Award winner and ACM Artist of the Decade - will kick off the weekend, headlining a night of southern country tunes. Aldean will be joined by Warner Records' artist Warren Zeiders and rising stars Chase McDaniel, Lauren Gottshall, along with Aldean's country music pioneer and longtime touring partner, Dee Jay Silver.
Saturday, October 11, will celebrate the undeniable influence and legacy of hip-hop, rap and R&B, featuring headliner, music and film icon Ludacris -- a three-time Grammy Award winner and recipient of honors including MTV Best Rap Video Award, Hollywood Film Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, Critics' Choice Award and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He'll be joined by a powerhouse lineup of platinum-selling artists who helped define a generation of music, including Grammy Award, eight-time Billboard Award, American Music Award-winning singer, composer, actress and Hollywood Walk of Fame recipient, Ashanti, along with Flo Rida, Rick Ross and Fat Joe. This high-octane night promises once-in-a-lifetime moments, hosted by Grammy Award winner, INK.
"The inaugural Sports Illustrated Stadium Concert Series highlights our vision of making this venue a premier destination for world-class sports, concerts and cultural experiences in the New York metropolitan area," said David Lane, CEO of Sports Illustrated Tickets and concert promotion head. "With an iconic lineup and unmatched energy, this is just the beginning. We are confident Sports Illustrated Stadium will set a new standard for live entertainment in this region, and we look forward to creating cherished memories for fans here for years to come."
Presales for both nights will begin June 3 at 10:00am, with general public tickets and a limited number of parking passes on sale starting June 6 from 10:00am at Ticketmaster.com. Tickets are also available for purchase at the Sports Illustrated Stadium Box Office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10a:00m to 5:00pm ET and on New York Red Bulls match days two hours before kickoff. Ticket prices start at $43.
Sports Illustrated Stadium offers a true VIP experience through its unique hospitality tickets, including the VIP Pit with premium open bar and food at Crossbar, Audi Club access (all-inclusive food, soft drinks, and cash bar) for seats in sections 108/111 (first 8 rows) and Club SI access (buffet and open bar) for sections 109/110 - all with limited availability. For fans looking for an elevated concert experience, a limited number of premium suites are available for purchase. For suite sales, please contact: [email protected] or call (973) 776 - 8479.
In addition to the extraordinary musical lineup, attendees will be able to enjoy other activations at the stadium, including creating their own personalized Sports Illustrated Fan Cover to commemorate the night. Fans will also have the opportunity to engage in Sports Illustrated "Faces in the Crowd," a live photo capture experience that transforms real-time fan reactions into personalized SI Fan Covers and commemorative Concert Series tickets. During show breaks, SI Fandom will feature interactive jumbotron light shows, trivia, augmented reality, and more for the ultimate fan experience.
Getting to Sports Illustrated Stadium: Sports Illustrated Stadium is located at 600 Cape May St. in Harrison, N.J. Conveniently situated just across the Passaic River from Newark Penn Station and approximately seven miles west of Lower Manhattan, the stadium is easily accessible via public transportation, with the PATH train to Harrison Station offering a short walk to the venue, making it an ideal location for sports fans and music lovers traveling from any part of the New York metropolitan area.
Sports Illustrated Stadium, one of the New York metropolitan region's fastest-growing sports and entertainment destinations, is the home of the New York Red Bulls of Major League Soccer and Gotham FC of National Women's Soccer League. Renowned for its distinctive architecture and exceptional acoustics, the stadium itself features a dynamic, curving roof that envelops the entire seating area in an elegant metal shell, creating a powerful architectural statement while enhancing the sight and listening experience for guests. This design not only provides protection from the elements but also amplifies stage and crowd noise, contributing to an electrifying atmosphere during any event.
Sports Illustrated Tickets is a fan-first primary and secondary ticketing marketplace, offering access to more than $2.5 billion in inventory and over 50 million tickets to sports, concerts, and theater events worldwide. A proud member of the NFL Ticket Network, Sports Illustrated Tickets is your trusted source for unforgettable live experiences - featuring the same seats, better prices, and a 100% refund guarantee if an event is canceled for any reason. Its primary ticketing platform, Box Office, is an innovative event management and blockchain-based solution that supports both free and paid events of any size. Box Office delivers NFT ticketing alongside traditional tickets, giving event organizers powerful tools and fans a seamless, secure entry experience at the biggest events around the globe.
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