Arts & Entertainment

The Weeknd Plays Foxborough: Travel Tips, Parking, Schedule

Your GPS may be wrong, Foxborough police said. Here's what to know ahead of the Thursday concert.

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FOXBOROUGH, MA — The Weeknd is playing Gillette Stadium in Foxborough tonight, but getting to the show could be tricky.

Foxborough police put out some tips and things to remember ahead of the show. Specifically, they said, road closures.

Route 1 is the only access to the concert tonight, they said. Secondary roads will be closed or detoured in preparation for the show, which, police said, could draw a crowd of 40,000 people.

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Canadian electronic artist Kaytranada and DJ-producer Mike Dean will provide support for the show. The show will start at 6:30 p.m. with parking lots scheduled to open at 2:30 p.m. and gates opening at 4:30 p.m.

Here's what Gillette Stadium officials want you to know before attending:

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CLEAR BAG POLICY IN EFFECT

"Fans attending the concert are reminded that bags larger than a small wristlet or handheld wallet will not be allowed inside Gillette Stadium, per the venue's clear bag policy, which is in effect at all ticketed events. If carrying a bag into the stadium is necessary, there are three options: a clear plastic bag the size of a one-gallon Ziploc bag, a clear plastic vinyl or PVC bag that does not exceed 12" x 12" x 6," or a small wristlet or handheld wallet not exceeding 6.5" x 4.5".

Please note that bags larger than the permitted size, including purses, shoulder bags and backpacks, will not be allowed inside Gillette Stadium and will not be held or stored by the venue. These items must be returned to a vehicle before entering the stadium. For more information on the clear bag policy, visit https://www.gillettestadium.com/bagpolicy/."

PARKING

"Stadium lots will open for parking at 2:30 p.m. Parking is $50 for cars and motorcycles and $150 for buses, RVs and limos. Oversize vehicle parking is located in Lot 52, accessible from P10 North and P10 South from the north and south respectively. ADA parking will be accessible from P1 when traveling from the north and P7 when traveling from the south. Prepaid parking is available for this event for $50 at the link here, and is the only way to park on the stadium side of Route 1.

Please note that prepaid parking passes are limited and subject to sellouts. The parking lots located on the opposite side of Route 1 from the stadium accept cash and major credit cards – Visa preferred. (Note: Discover cards are no longer accepted.) Credit card is the preferred method of payment for ease of entrance into the parking lots. For more parking information, click here."

GILLETTE STADIUM NOW CASHLESS

"Gillette Stadium is completely cashless. All fan points of sale now accept electronic payment only including debit and credit cards, wallet or watch. The venue has deployed cash to card machines throughout the stadium for guests who bring cash, which is converted to a VISA card that can be used at any point of sale inside the stadium and anywhere VISA is accepted."

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