Get ready, Colorado Springs! The beloved pop sensation Bruno Mars is set to make a grand return with his first major headline tour in almost ten years. This highly anticipated concert will take place on September 26 at Falcon Stadium, located at the U.S. Air Force Academy, and it promises to be one of the largest musical events ever hosted at this venue.
This concert is part of a global stadium tour that was announced just this week, and excitement is already building. According to the Air Force Academy Athletics department, bringing such a renowned artist to Falcon Stadium has been a lengthy process that coincides with significant renovations made to the stadium over the past years.
Nick Kiger, the chief program officer for Air Force Athletics, expressed the long-standing ambition of hosting major events at Falcon Stadium. "We’ve wanted to attract more high-profile events here for quite some time," he stated. "After completing renovations, it has always been our goal to revive big concerts at this remarkable venue."
Last year saw the completion of substantial renovations focused on the east side of the stadium, enhancing its capacity to host large-scale events. Kiger elaborated, "We introduced a comprehensive renovation on the east side, which includes a brand-new east club, premium seating options, rooftop decks, along with newly built concessions and restrooms, all designed to elevate the fan experience."
One critical upgrade that might go unnoticed by attendees is the revamped tunnel designed specifically to accommodate semi-trucks transporting equipment directly to the performance area. "This renovation was strategically planned with the hope of enabling us to bring concerts like this one to Falcon Stadium," Kiger mentioned.
Falcon Stadium boasts a capacity of over 39,000, but for this concert, organizers plan to implement a unique seating arrangement that will see some seats removed to make way for stage and floor seating. Although ticket prices have not yet been confirmed, a variety of options will be available for fans.
Kiger reassured potential attendees, stating, "This is a public event. There seems to be a common misconception that the Academy is closed off, but we are excited to open our doors to everyone for this event!"
The revenue generated from the concert is intended to be reinvested into the academy, supporting cadet athletes and various programs. "All the funds raised will go back to benefit our cadets and athlete programs," Kiger emphasized.
For local residents of Colorado Springs, this concert presents a rare chance to see a world-class artist without having to travel to Denver. Kiger noted, "To attend significant shows, you usually have to head to Denver, so we feel incredibly fortunate to welcome such a high-profile artist to our community."
Academy officials are aware of potential traffic issues that could arise from large events and encourage concertgoers to consider carpooling, arriving early, and planning their trips in advance to ensure a smooth experience.
Presale tickets will be available starting Wednesday, January 14, at noon local time. Fans interested in participating must sign up at BrunoMars.com by Monday, January 12, at 10 a.m. Pacific Time. General ticket sales will commence the following day, Thursday, January 15, at noon local time.
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