What happens if there is lightning?
The show will go on rain or shine. There was a rain delay during one of the Morgan Wallen concerts, but the concert resumed after the storm passed.
Events / Concerts
The City of Madison is preparing for the Coldplay concert at Camp Randall Stadium on July 19, 2025. Expect street closures and parking restrictions. This event, similar to the Morgan Wallen concerts, is expected to bring significant economi...
### Background The Coldplay concert marks another major event at Camp Randall Stadium, following the successful Morgan Wallen concerts. These events are part of a broader strategy to increase the use of venues like Camp Randall and the Kohl Center for entertainment, boosting the local economy.
### Street Closures and Parking - **N Randall Avenue:** Remains closed between Engineering Drive and W Dayton Street due to utility construction. - **N Breese Terrace:** Closed daily from July 14 for concert setup. Fully closed between Regent Street and University Avenue from 8:00 a.m. Saturday, July 19, until 6:00 p.m. Monday, July 21. Southbound traffic allowed 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on weekdays. - **Monroe Street:** Closed between Regent Street and Randall Avenue from 8:00 a.m. Saturday, July 19, until approximately 3:00 a.m. Sunday, July 20. - **Regent Street:** Closed between Spooner Street and Randall Avenue for about one hour following the concert (11:00 p.m. to midnight). - **Parking:** Temporary on-street parking restrictions will be in place, similar to UW football games. - **Rideshare:** A rideshare loading zone will be on N Charter Street, from Regent Street to Dayton Street.
### Economic Impact Downtown Madison anticipates significant revenue from hotels, restaurants, and shops. The Wallen concerts saw Sunday night hotel sellouts, which is unusual and demonstrates the event's impact. Increased events at the Kohl Center are also being considered to further boost the economy.
### Security and Safety University Police and Madison Police Department will have officers inside and outside the stadium. Security measures include bag checks and metal detectors. Changes have been made based on lessons learned from the Morgan Wallen concerts to improve visitor experience.
The show will go on rain or shine. There was a rain delay during one of the Morgan Wallen concerts, but the concert resumed after the storm passed.
Standard Camp Randall Stadium security measures, including bag checks and metal detectors, will be used.
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