Planning to see Paramore? Here are some things you need to know if you go
Belinda M. Paschal
If you're heading to the Paramore concert on Saturday, it's probably a good idea to plan on arriving well in advance of the performance by the genre-defying, Grammy-winning band.
An admission process has been put in place to help make the event run as smoothly as possible, including early lineup at the Schottenstein Center at 8 a.m. outside the Southwest Rotunda. The first 500 general admission ticketholders in line will receive sequentially numbered wristbands (based on order of arrival) from Paramore tour security.
Once fans have received their numbered wristbands, they can leave and return at 3:30 p.m. to line up again outside the rotunda in queue line #1, where security will ensure that fans have the correct wristbands and are lined up in numerical order.
General admission concertgoers who do not receive one of the 500 numbered wristbands will line up outside the Southwest Rotunda in queue line #2.
In addition, all general admission attendees will be given wristbands to access the venue floor.
Wondering what else to expect? Here's a rundown of things you need to know if you go.
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When and where will the concert be held?
Paramore will perform at the Schottenstein Center, 555 Borror Drive, with guests Bloc Party and Genesis Owusu. The show is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m., with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.
How much are tickets and where can I buy them?
Tickets range from $40.50 to $325, plus fees at ticketmaster.com.
What will traffic be like near the arena?
Delays are expected. With lane restrictions in place for infrastructure work, Olentangy River Road has been reduced to one lane in each direction near Lane Avenue.
What's the parking situation?
Parking immediately around the Schott may be limited. On-site parking is cashless; only credit/debit card or mobile payments are accepted. To find out if reserved spaces in OSU campus lots are still available, go to campusparc.parkmobile.io. Additionally, ample street and garage parking within a short walk of the arena will be available and shuttles will run.
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Can I pay for merch with cash?
As with parking, merchandise and concession purchases must be made via debit/credit card or mobile payment.
Can I take photos during the concert?
Audio and video recording is prohibited, as are professional cameras, detachable lenses, GoPros, selfie sticks and iPads. Point-and shoot-cameras will be permitted.
What else is permitted or prohibited?
Bags or purses of any size are not allowed in the arena. Concertgoers may bring wallets/wristlets no larger than 5”x 8”x1.” Management reserves the right to determine prohibited items. Guests can return these items to their vehicles or surrender them to security without return.
There will be a screening lane specifically for guests with medical, dietary or childcare needs. One bag will be permitted.
Where can I get more information?
Further details can be found at schottensteincenter.com.