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"content": "\u003cp>The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, the old saying goes.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>And on Friday, the first scoop of dirt was taken out of the ground in what has been a decadeslong journey of planning and fundraising to run six new miles of BART track through the South Bay.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority, known as VTA, held a groundbreaking on Friday to celebrate the beginning of heavy construction work on its BART Silicon Valley Phase II project.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“The project is a critical step in fulfilling the longstanding vision of ringing the Bay with high-quality, green-transit passenger rail,” Carolyn Gonot, VTA’s general manager, said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11990511\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11990511\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-09_qut.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-09_qut.jpg 1920w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-09_qut-800x533.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-09_qut-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-09_qut-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-09_qut-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">VTA General Manager Carolyn Gonot speaks during the agency’s BART Silicon Valley Phase II project groundbreaking event on Friday. \u003ccite>(Joseph Geha/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The $12.7 billion undertaking will extend BART from its current end of the line at Berryessa Station in North San José and will run west to create four new stations: 28th Street/Little Portugal near East San José, Downtown San José, Diridon and Santa Clara.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“This project is more than a transit expansion. 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It allowed me to get where I needed to go again and again, and it was a gift from past generations,” Mahan said. “We need to give that same gift to the next generation, and the one after that, and the one after that. Because transit connectivity creates opportunity.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11990510\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11990510\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-11_qut.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-11_qut.jpg 1920w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-11_qut-800x533.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-11_qut-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-11_qut-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-11_qut-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">San José Mayor Matt Mahan said transit projects take collective effort and vision to complete during a groundbreaking event for VTA’s BART Silicon Valley Phase II project in Santa Clara on Friday. \u003ccite>(Joseph Geha/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>The project has faced significant timeline delays and massive cost increases long before any of the golden-colored shovels wielded by politicians and project leaders hit the ground on Friday in the hot sun.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>An original VTA estimate in 2014 put the project cost at $4.7 billion, hoping to open the new stations to riders by 2026, which is more than two-and-a-half times cheaper than the current estimate and about 11 years sooner.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Between 2020 and 2021, the cost increased to $6.9 billion, then to $9.1 billion, in part due to evaluations from federal officials overseeing the project. VTA later revised its own estimate to $12.2 billion in October 2023, and another federal estimate earlier this year pegged the current cost and timeline, which VTA has not refuted.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[aside label=\"Related Stories\" postID=\"news_11989983,news_11988365,news_11986396\"]But local and regional leaders have largely held firm in calling for the project to push ahead, despite the hurdles and fumbles.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“We can’t imagine what our valley will look like in 50 or 100 years, but we can be confident that connecting rail around the Bay and helping millions of people access the heart of Silicon Valley, where most of the region’s growth is expected to happen in the coming decades, is going to create opportunity for so many,” Mahan said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In addition to a new BART station, the site of the groundbreaking in Santa Clara near the border of San José is where a huge hole will be dug to eventually allow a $76 million tunnel boring machine being assembled in Germany to be dropped into the ground.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Once in place, it will begin eating away at millions of cubic yards of dirt to make way for the largely underground extension. The muck removed from the tunneling effort and digging for other station construction is set to be used to help benefit tidal marsh restoration efforts in the bay.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Santa Clara County Supervisor Cindy Chavez said that breaking ground on projects such as the BART extension and the recent start of construction of an elevated light rail extension through a heavily trafficked part of East San José shows a commitment to advancement.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11990512\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11990512\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-06_qut.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-06_qut.jpg 1920w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-06_qut-800x533.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-06_qut-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-06_qut-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-06_qut-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Santa Clara County Supervisor and VTA Board Chair Cindy Chavez thanks VTA General Manager Carolyn Gonot (right) for her efforts to guide the agency’s BART Silicon Valley Phase II project on Friday. \u003ccite>(Joseph Geha/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“We deserve world-class transportation in one of the most important economic hubs in the world,” Chavez said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“It is a recognition of not just the importance of this community, but a recognition that we in this region are not stopping, we’re going to keep growing,” she said. “We’re not slowing down. 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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>But local and regional leaders have largely held firm in calling for the project to push ahead, despite the hurdles and fumbles.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“We can’t imagine what our valley will look like in 50 or 100 years, but we can be confident that connecting rail around the Bay and helping millions of people access the heart of Silicon Valley, where most of the region’s growth is expected to happen in the coming decades, is going to create opportunity for so many,” Mahan said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In addition to a new BART station, the site of the groundbreaking in Santa Clara near the border of San José is where a huge hole will be dug to eventually allow a $76 million tunnel boring machine being assembled in Germany to be dropped into the ground.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Once in place, it will begin eating away at millions of cubic yards of dirt to make way for the largely underground extension. The muck removed from the tunneling effort and digging for other station construction is set to be used to help benefit tidal marsh restoration efforts in the bay.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Santa Clara County Supervisor Cindy Chavez said that breaking ground on projects such as the BART extension and the recent start of construction of an elevated light rail extension through a heavily trafficked part of East San José shows a commitment to advancement.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11990512\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1920px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11990512\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-06_qut.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-06_qut.jpg 1920w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-06_qut-800x533.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-06_qut-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-06_qut-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/06/240614-VTAGROUNDBREAKING-JG-06_qut-1536x1024.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Santa Clara County Supervisor and VTA Board Chair Cindy Chavez thanks VTA General Manager Carolyn Gonot (right) for her efforts to guide the agency’s BART Silicon Valley Phase II project on Friday. \u003ccite>(Joseph Geha/KQED)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>“We deserve world-class transportation in one of the most important economic hubs in the world,” Chavez said.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“It is a recognition of not just the importance of this community, but a recognition that we in this region are not stopping, we’re going to keep growing,” she said. “We’re not slowing down. We’re going to continue to be the center of innovation.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003c/div>\u003c/p>",
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"content": "\u003cp>Santa Clara-born Saweetie says it herself, “\u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13950697/49ers-nfl-playoffs-superbowl-p-lo-saweetie-do-it-for-the-bay\">Do it for the Bay\u003c/a>.” The San Francisco 49ers will play the Detroit Lions this Sunday in the National Football Conference Championship — with the winner heading to the Super Bowl.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you’re lucky enough to have tickets to the game in Levi’s Stadium, remember, it’s sure to be a packed house. Getting in and out of the stadium — and finding parking — won’t be simple.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Keep reading for our quick logistical guide to attending a big game at Levi’s Stadium. 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The Visa Box Office also opens at 12 p.m. if you want to try for a walk-up ticket.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Be wary of scams. For example, the Better Businesses Bureau (BBB) \u003ca href=\"https://abc7news.com/taylor-swift-scams-concert-tickets-better-business-bureau/13474055/\">warned about resale scams during Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour\u003c/a> at Levi’s Stadium, with many people discovering after sending the money through apps like Venmo or Zelle that these “tickets” never existed. Check out the person’s profile and their past posting history to see if it seems real. And if you do choose to buy a resale, \u003ca href=\"https://www.bbb.org/article/scams/28902-bbb-scam-alert-spot-the-scam-before-paying-big-bucks-for-taylor-swift-tickets\">use your credit card, says the BBB\u003c/a>. This at least provides some protection for you if the deal was fake.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you are getting a resale from a friend, make sure to call your friend directly — to make sure someone isn’t impersonating them online. It might seem like overkill, but this kind of scam is not uncommon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11973891\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2560px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11973891\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A man geared up in football uniform runs down a large football field, holding a football with his right hand.\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-800x533.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">49ers running back Christian McCaffrey rushes for a 39-yard touchdown during the NFC playoff game against the Green Bay Packers at Levi’s Stadium on Jan. 20, 2024, in Santa Clara. \u003ccite>(Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/Getty Images)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Can I tailgate at Levi’s Stadium for the 49ers vs. Lions game?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Yes, but there are \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/stadium-az-guide/\">several restrictions\u003c/a>. Tailgating for this game at Levi’s:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Is limited to the area directly in front or behind a vehicle\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Is only for guests with tickets\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Will cease after kickoff\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>According to Levi Stadium’s guidelines, you cannot:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Impede traffic when tailgating\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Reserve empty spaces just for tailgating\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Use a tent that exceeds 8 feet by 8 feet\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>If you bring hot coals for barbecues, you’ll need an appropriate way to get rid of them without causing a fire hazard.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you need day-of parking and you are driving in a large vehicle like an RV, you can park in the Levi’s Stadium Blue RV Lot for $170. But this parking is first-come, first-serve, meaning you’d have to be there early.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>What’s the Bay Area weather forecast for the weekend? How should I dress for the 49ers vs. Lions game at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>It’s going to be \u003ca href=\"https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=37.3558&lon=-121.9551\">a sunny day during the NFC championship game\u003c/a>, with a high of 73 degrees F in the day and a low of 50 degrees F at night.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Wear sunscreen and drink lots of water. You can bring sealed plastic and reusable transparent water bottles into the stadium. Levi’s is an open stadium, meaning it will likely cool down as the evening approaches, so it’s worth bringing a jacket.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>KQED has \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/11878134/bay-area-heat-wave-how-to-stay-safe-during-dangerously-hot-weather\">a thorough guide on how to stay safe during hot weather\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"bags\">\u003c/a>What’s the bag policy at Levi’s Stadium for the 49ers vs. Lions game?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Levi’s Stadium \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/bagpolicy/\">does not allow non-transparent bags\u003c/a> — meaning any bag you bring must be:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Clear (i.e., transparent, so the contents within can be clearly seen)\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>No bigger than 12 inches by 6 inches\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>The only exception to that “clear bag” rule is for clutches — meaning you can bring a clutch with a shoulder or a wrist strap that’s not transparent but has to be smaller than 4 1/2 inches by 6 1/2 inches. There is no bag check service. (KQED also \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/11959799/how-to-avoid-a-car-break-in-bay-area\">advises you not to leave anything in your car\u003c/a>.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11956137\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1779px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11956137\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy.jpg\" alt=\"An illustration of the different types of bags approved for entry into Levi's stadium.\" width=\"1779\" height=\"1096\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy.jpg 1779w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-800x493.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-1020x628.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-160x99.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-1536x946.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1779px) 100vw, 1779px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Levi’s Stadium’s list of approved bags for entry. \u003ccite>(levisstadium.com)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Here are some more things you \u003cstrong>cannot\u003c/strong> bring to Levi’s Stadium:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Cans, glass bottles, thermoses, non-transparent water bottles that are not plastic and not sealed\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Signs over 2 feet by 3 feet\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>“Professional” cameras, video and audio recording equipment (lights and tripods are also not allowed)\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Glow sticks and light-up costumes\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Selfie sticks\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Laptops and laptop bags\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Projectiles, like footballs\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Confetti and flares\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Helmets not purchased from the team store\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>What \u003cem>can\u003c/em> you bring to Levi’s Stadium? These items include:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Sealed plastic water bottles and reusable transparent water bottles\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Blankets\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Seat cushions\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Diaper bags (if you’re accompanying a child)\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Binoculars (but the case is not allowed)\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Hand sanitizers up to 12 ounces\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>Levi’s Stadium says free phone charging stations are available at \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/stadium-az-guide/\">all Guest Service Stations\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>How do I know if I’ve got a good seat at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>If you are anxious about anything blocking your view of the field or want to know the fastest way to your seat, you can check out the view from your seat \u003ca href=\"http://levisstadium.io-media.com/web/index.html\">using Levi’s Stadium’s Virtual Venue map\u003c/a>. \u003ca href=\"https://seatgeek.com/venues/levi-s-stadium/seating-chart/views\">SeatGeek\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"https://aviewfrommyseat.com/venue/Levi%27s+Stadium/seating/concert/\">A View From My Seat\u003c/a> are also good resources for this.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11956144\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1900px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11956144\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map.jpg\" alt=\"An aerial phot of a huge stadium, overlaid with graphics illustrating different seating.\" width=\"1900\" height=\"1237\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map.jpg 1900w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-800x521.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-1020x664.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-160x104.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-1536x1000.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1900px) 100vw, 1900px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">You can look at where your seat is on the Levi’s Stadium site. \u003ccite>(levistadium.com)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>What should I know about accessibility at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Levi’s Stadium has \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/guest-services/ada-services/\">an online guide to their accessible services\u003c/a>, which includes information about accessible seating and companion seats, bathroom services, elevator facilities, and how to request access to closed captioning.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Levi’s says that any wheelchair services should be requested in advance when applicable by emailing mobilityservices@levisstadium.com or calling 408-579-4610 with your requests.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Keep reading for information about \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/plan-your-visit/ada-parking/\">accessible parking and drop-off at Levi’s Stadium\u003c/a>. First thing to know: Red Lot 1 is the ideal place to park, but it’s on a first-come, first-serve basis.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Mobility services will be onsite at 12 p.m., with carts from mobility kiosks in Reb Lot 1 and Green Lot 1.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"parking\">\u003c/a>What should I know about parking for Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Official Levi’s Stadium parking opens at 12 p.m.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>At the time of publication, you can still \u003ca href=\"https://www.ticketmaster.com/nfc-championship-game-parking-sf-v-santa-clara-california-01-28-2024/event/1C005F82251A0B00\">buy official parking tickets at Levi’s Stadium,\u003c/a> and prices range from $89 to $475. Accessible parking information \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/plan-your-visit/ada-parking/\">can be found on the Levi’s Stadium site\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There is also limited day-of parking on Red Lot 1 for cars ($60). For motorcycles, it’s on Green Lot 8 for $50.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-11973860\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Levis-parking-2024-01-16-at-2.30.02%E2%80%AFPM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1792\" height=\"1808\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Levis-parking-2024-01-16-at-2.30.02 PM.png 1792w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Levis-parking-2024-01-16-at-2.30.02 PM-800x807.png 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Levis-parking-2024-01-16-at-2.30.02 PM-1020x1029.png 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Levis-parking-2024-01-16-at-2.30.02 PM-160x161.png 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Levis-parking-2024-01-16-at-2.30.02 PM-1522x1536.png 1522w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1792px) 100vw, 1792px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>What about parking near Levi’s Stadium? You can check independent services like \u003ca href=\"https://www.parkwhiz.com/levi-s-stadium-parking/san-francisco-49ers-v-detroit-lions-nfc-championship-game-1403782/\">ParkWhiz\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"https://spothero.com/search?kind=event&id=861817\">SpotHero\u003c/a> for non-stadium parking spots nearby, although these will likely still be a long walk — almost a mile — to the stadium. If you’re doing this, be sure to map the route using a tool like Google Maps to ensure you know how long you have to walk and the shortest route to do so.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Some of your walk \u003ca href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/14zra5p/going_to_shows_at_levis_stadium_what_do_you_wish/\">will be on a gravel path,\u003c/a> which can be hard on the feet, so wear comfy shoes. Reddit users advised that \u003ca href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/14zra5p/going_to_shows_at_levis_stadium_what_do_you_wish/\">pedicabs may be\u003c/a> around to take you to the stadium.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>What about using rideshare services like Uber or Lyft to get to or from Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>For previous Levi’s Stadium events, Reddit users \u003ca href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/14zra5p/going_to_shows_at_levis_stadium_what_do_you_wish/\">have recommended against using rideshares\u003c/a>, saying that wait times are long and costs are high. However, if you plan on getting an Uber or Lyft, you should request to be dropped off “curbside on Great America Parkway, between Tasman Drive and Old Glory Lane,” \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/plan-your-visit/pickup-dropoff/\">according to the Levi’s Stadium website\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you are taking a rideshare out of the stadium after the game ends, exit Gates A, B or F to get picked up at Red Lot 7. (Due to surge pricing, be aware that getting an Uber out of the stadium will likely be expensive after the game.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There are also private buses from San Francisco to Levi’s Stadium, like the one \u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49ers-vs-lions-nfc-champ-game-bus-from-san-francisco-marina-dist-12824-tickets-805515186607?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Westwood bar is providing\u003c/a>, with each seat going from $89 to $109. There’s another one outside of \u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49er-express-shuttle-to-levis-stadium-from-fishermans-wharf-tickets-805790169087?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Hotel Caza in Fisherman’s Wharf\u003c/a>, $75 per seat. (Tickets are going fast, though.)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"transit\">\u003c/a>How to take public transit to the game\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/event/nfc-championship/\">According to Levi’s Stadium\u003c/a>, there will be more \u003cstrong>VTA light rail and buses\u003c/strong> two hours before the game and an hour after the game. Stay updated on any changes on the \u003ca href=\"https://www.vta.org/events/49ers-vs-detroit-1282024\">VTA event page\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>BART\u003c/strong> will operate on a regular schedule, according to Levi’s. Plan your BART journey \u003ca href=\"https://www.bart.gov/\">on the agency’s website\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Caltrain\u003c/strong> will have extended hours after the game for northbound trains departing Mountain View at 8:34 p.m., 9:34 p.m., 10:40 p.m. and 11:34 p.m. \u003ca href=\"https://www.caltrain.com/49ers-game-service\">You can learn more on the Caltrain website.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>The Capitol Corridor train\u003c/strong> will arrive at the Great America Station (where Levi’s Stadium is located) at 1:39 p.m. After the game, the train to Sacramento departs at 7:18 p.m. and 8:18 p.m. \u003ca href=\"https://www.capitolcorridor.org/49ers-service/\">You can learn more on the Capitol Corridor website.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>ACE trains\u003c/strong> will have a special service with a westbound train to the Great America station at 1:35 p.m. After the game, the train to Stockton will depart at 7:49 p.m. \u003ca href=\"https://acerail.com/event-train/\">Learn more on ACE’s event page.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Prepare for a super-crowded Levi’s Stadium experience.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You can find \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/stadium-az-guide/\">all of the bathroom locations at Levi’s Stadium here\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There’s no doubt it will be a packed stadium — and there’s no shame in getting a little antsy in big crowds like this. Read \u003ca href=\"https://www.npr.org/2021/11/09/1053828800/south-korea-seoul-halloween-crowd-safety-tips\">NPR’s full guide on what to do if you find yourself caught in a crowd crush\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Mehdi Moussaïd, a research scientist in Berlin who studies crowd behavior, says you should rely on your instincts and senses if you feel like the crowd is getting too dense. If you get stuck in a crush, move with the crowd, put your arms out in front of your chest and hold them there.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“In this position, you would have some space, just a little bit, to push for half a centimeter or just 1 centimeter — enough for you to keep breathing,” Moussaïd told NPR in 2022. “It’s not going to be comfortable. You’re going to be feeling really bad, but at least you’ll survive.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11973890\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2560px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11973890\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A man geared up in football uniform runs very quickly with a football in his hands.\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1706\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-800x533.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk runs after making a catch during the NFC playoff game against the Green Bay Packers at Levi’s Stadium on Jan. 20, 2024, in Santa Clara. \u003ccite>(Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/Getty Images)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"parties\">\u003c/a>Didn’t get 49ers vs. Lions tickets? Go to a watch party (and there are tons)\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>The 49ers have official fan watch parties across the Bay, including two San José fan rallies in The Plex and San Pedro Social. Find all of these watch parties on the 49er’s event page and schedule.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Local bars and clubs also have their own 49ers vs. Lions watch party events, some of which are free to attend with a ticket or some form of RSVP. You can also purchase a table for you and your group.\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfc-title-showdown-49ers-vs-lions-viewing-party-championship-after-party-tickets-808446484197?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\"> Sushi Confidential\u003c/a> in San José\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49ers-gameday-watch-party-tickets-806101470197?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant\u003c/a> in San José\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/do-it-for-the-bay-49ers-vs-lions-view-party-the-grand-sf-tickets-807295812507?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">The Grand Nightclub\u003c/a> in San Francisco\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49ers-in-the-nfc-championships-watch-party-tickets-807395831667?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">United Irish Cultural Center\u003c/a> in San Francisco\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/do-it-for-the-bay-49ers-vs-lions-watch-party-mayes-san-francisco-tickets-807366905147?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Mayes Oyster House\u003c/a> in San Francisco\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfc-championship-game-49ers-vs-lions-view-party-the-grand-san-francisco-tickets-807332030837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">The Grand\u003c/a> in San Francisco\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49ers-vs-lions-nfc-championship-watch-party-skylark-012824-tickets-807447405927?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Skylark\u003c/a> in San Francisco\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lions-vs-niners-watch-party-012824-tickets-805811181937?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">The Valencia Room\u003c/a> in San Francisco\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49ers-vs-lions-line-51-tickets-807108843277?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Line 51 Brewing\u003c/a> in Oakland\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49ers-championship-watch-party-continental-club-tickets-810012387857?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">The Continental Club\u003c/a> in Oakland\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/do-it-for-the-bay-49ers-v-lions-watch-party-tickets-805956255857?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Town PopUp\u003c/a> in Oakland ($10)\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunday-rooftop-day-party-49ersnfc-championship-watch-party-tickets-805459921307?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Torch Rooftop Lounge\u003c/a> in Oakland\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/watch-party-nfc-championship-sf-49ers-vs-detroit-lions-tickets-809948727447?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Hacker Dojo\u003c/a> in Mountain View\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49er-watch-party-tickets-808545379997\">Flights Restaurant\u003c/a> in Burlingame\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/san-francisco-49ers-vs-detroit-lions-watch-party-nfc-championship-tickets-809983822417?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Longboard Bar and Venue\u003c/a> in Pacifica\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/niners-nfc-championship-on-big-screen-sunday-jan-28-3pm-tickets-805346120927?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Cinelounge\u003c/a> in Tiburon\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"tellus\">\u003c/a>Tell us: What else do you need information about?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>At KQED News, we know that it can sometimes be hard to track down the answers to navigate life in the Bay Area in 2024. 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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>Santa Clara-born Saweetie says it herself, “\u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13950697/49ers-nfl-playoffs-superbowl-p-lo-saweetie-do-it-for-the-bay\">Do it for the Bay\u003c/a>.” The San Francisco 49ers will play the Detroit Lions this Sunday in the National Football Conference Championship — with the winner heading to the Super Bowl.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you’re lucky enough to have tickets to the game in Levi’s Stadium, remember, it’s sure to be a packed house. Getting in and out of the stadium — and finding parking — won’t be simple.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Keep reading for our quick logistical guide to attending a big game at Levi’s Stadium. Be sure to follow \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/event/nfc-championship/\">the Levi’s Stadium event page\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/levisstadium\">Twitter page\u003c/a> for last-minute updates, too.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>And if you are coming from Michigan — the home state of this reporter — \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/food\">check out some excellent places to grab a meal around the Bay Area\u003c/a> or make the most of your visit with \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/11970450/sfo-layover-things-to-do-in-san-francisco\">our guide to exploring San Francisco when you’ve only got a few hours to spare\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cem>Jump straight to:\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"#parking\">\u003cstrong>Where can I find parking for Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"#bags\">\u003cstrong>What’s the Levi’s Stadium bag policy?\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"#transit\">\u003cstrong>How can I get public transit to watch the 49ers vs. Lions game?\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"#parties\">\u003cstrong>Where are the 49ers vs. Lions watch parties?\u003c/strong>\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>What time is the 49ers vs. Lions game at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>The gates to Levi’s Stadium \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/event/nfc-championship/\">will open at 1:30 p.m., and kick-off is at 3:30 p.m.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you arrive there earlier — to make sure you secure parking — the team store and \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/museum/\">49ers Museum\u003c/a> open at 12:30 p.m.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You’ll need to show your ticket barcode on your phone to enter the stadium — so make sure your phone is fully charged.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Can I still get tickets for the 49ers vs. Lions game?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Tickets for the Levi’s Stadium game on Sunday are still available on \u003ca href=\"https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/1C005F7CB64A26FC?brand=fortyniners&artistid=806015&landing=s&wt.mc_id=NFL_TEAM_SF_BASE_LINK_PLAYOFFS_GAME3&campaign=sp-sf-ti-ot-cu-2114_W_LS\">Ticketmaster\u003c/a>. The Visa Box Office also opens at 12 p.m. if you want to try for a walk-up ticket.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Be wary of scams. For example, the Better Businesses Bureau (BBB) \u003ca href=\"https://abc7news.com/taylor-swift-scams-concert-tickets-better-business-bureau/13474055/\">warned about resale scams during Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour\u003c/a> at Levi’s Stadium, with many people discovering after sending the money through apps like Venmo or Zelle that these “tickets” never existed. Check out the person’s profile and their past posting history to see if it seems real. And if you do choose to buy a resale, \u003ca href=\"https://www.bbb.org/article/scams/28902-bbb-scam-alert-spot-the-scam-before-paying-big-bucks-for-taylor-swift-tickets\">use your credit card, says the BBB\u003c/a>. This at least provides some protection for you if the deal was fake.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you are getting a resale from a friend, make sure to call your friend directly — to make sure someone isn’t impersonating them online. It might seem like overkill, but this kind of scam is not uncommon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11973891\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2560px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11973891\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A man geared up in football uniform runs down a large football field, holding a football with his right hand.\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1707\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-800x533.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954210828-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">49ers running back Christian McCaffrey rushes for a 39-yard touchdown during the NFC playoff game against the Green Bay Packers at Levi’s Stadium on Jan. 20, 2024, in Santa Clara. \u003ccite>(Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/Getty Images)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>Can I tailgate at Levi’s Stadium for the 49ers vs. Lions game?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Yes, but there are \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/stadium-az-guide/\">several restrictions\u003c/a>. Tailgating for this game at Levi’s:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Is limited to the area directly in front or behind a vehicle\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Is only for guests with tickets\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Will cease after kickoff\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>According to Levi Stadium’s guidelines, you cannot:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Impede traffic when tailgating\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Reserve empty spaces just for tailgating\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Use a tent that exceeds 8 feet by 8 feet\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>If you bring hot coals for barbecues, you’ll need an appropriate way to get rid of them without causing a fire hazard.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you need day-of parking and you are driving in a large vehicle like an RV, you can park in the Levi’s Stadium Blue RV Lot for $170. But this parking is first-come, first-serve, meaning you’d have to be there early.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>What’s the Bay Area weather forecast for the weekend? How should I dress for the 49ers vs. Lions game at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>It’s going to be \u003ca href=\"https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=37.3558&lon=-121.9551\">a sunny day during the NFC championship game\u003c/a>, with a high of 73 degrees F in the day and a low of 50 degrees F at night.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Wear sunscreen and drink lots of water. You can bring sealed plastic and reusable transparent water bottles into the stadium. Levi’s is an open stadium, meaning it will likely cool down as the evening approaches, so it’s worth bringing a jacket.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>KQED has \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/11878134/bay-area-heat-wave-how-to-stay-safe-during-dangerously-hot-weather\">a thorough guide on how to stay safe during hot weather\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"bags\">\u003c/a>What’s the bag policy at Levi’s Stadium for the 49ers vs. Lions game?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Levi’s Stadium \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/bagpolicy/\">does not allow non-transparent bags\u003c/a> — meaning any bag you bring must be:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Clear (i.e., transparent, so the contents within can be clearly seen)\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>No bigger than 12 inches by 6 inches\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>The only exception to that “clear bag” rule is for clutches — meaning you can bring a clutch with a shoulder or a wrist strap that’s not transparent but has to be smaller than 4 1/2 inches by 6 1/2 inches. There is no bag check service. (KQED also \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/11959799/how-to-avoid-a-car-break-in-bay-area\">advises you not to leave anything in your car\u003c/a>.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11956137\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1779px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11956137\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy.jpg\" alt=\"An illustration of the different types of bags approved for entry into Levi's stadium.\" width=\"1779\" height=\"1096\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy.jpg 1779w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-800x493.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-1020x628.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-160x99.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-1536x946.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1779px) 100vw, 1779px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Levi’s Stadium’s list of approved bags for entry. \u003ccite>(levisstadium.com)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Here are some more things you \u003cstrong>cannot\u003c/strong> bring to Levi’s Stadium:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Cans, glass bottles, thermoses, non-transparent water bottles that are not plastic and not sealed\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Signs over 2 feet by 3 feet\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>“Professional” cameras, video and audio recording equipment (lights and tripods are also not allowed)\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Glow sticks and light-up costumes\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Selfie sticks\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Laptops and laptop bags\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Projectiles, like footballs\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Confetti and flares\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Helmets not purchased from the team store\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>What \u003cem>can\u003c/em> you bring to Levi’s Stadium? These items include:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Sealed plastic water bottles and reusable transparent water bottles\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Blankets\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Seat cushions\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Diaper bags (if you’re accompanying a child)\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Binoculars (but the case is not allowed)\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Hand sanitizers up to 12 ounces\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>Levi’s Stadium says free phone charging stations are available at \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/stadium-az-guide/\">all Guest Service Stations\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>How do I know if I’ve got a good seat at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>If you are anxious about anything blocking your view of the field or want to know the fastest way to your seat, you can check out the view from your seat \u003ca href=\"http://levisstadium.io-media.com/web/index.html\">using Levi’s Stadium’s Virtual Venue map\u003c/a>. \u003ca href=\"https://seatgeek.com/venues/levi-s-stadium/seating-chart/views\">SeatGeek\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"https://aviewfrommyseat.com/venue/Levi%27s+Stadium/seating/concert/\">A View From My Seat\u003c/a> are also good resources for this.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11956144\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 1900px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11956144\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map.jpg\" alt=\"An aerial phot of a huge stadium, overlaid with graphics illustrating different seating.\" width=\"1900\" height=\"1237\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map.jpg 1900w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-800x521.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-1020x664.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-160x104.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-1536x1000.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1900px) 100vw, 1900px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">You can look at where your seat is on the Levi’s Stadium site. \u003ccite>(levistadium.com)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>What should I know about accessibility at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Levi’s Stadium has \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/guest-services/ada-services/\">an online guide to their accessible services\u003c/a>, which includes information about accessible seating and companion seats, bathroom services, elevator facilities, and how to request access to closed captioning.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Levi’s says that any wheelchair services should be requested in advance when applicable by emailing mobilityservices@levisstadium.com or calling 408-579-4610 with your requests.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Keep reading for information about \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/plan-your-visit/ada-parking/\">accessible parking and drop-off at Levi’s Stadium\u003c/a>. First thing to know: Red Lot 1 is the ideal place to park, but it’s on a first-come, first-serve basis.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Mobility services will be onsite at 12 p.m., with carts from mobility kiosks in Reb Lot 1 and Green Lot 1.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"parking\">\u003c/a>What should I know about parking for Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Official Levi’s Stadium parking opens at 12 p.m.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>At the time of publication, you can still \u003ca href=\"https://www.ticketmaster.com/nfc-championship-game-parking-sf-v-santa-clara-california-01-28-2024/event/1C005F82251A0B00\">buy official parking tickets at Levi’s Stadium,\u003c/a> and prices range from $89 to $475. Accessible parking information \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/plan-your-visit/ada-parking/\">can be found on the Levi’s Stadium site\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There is also limited day-of parking on Red Lot 1 for cars ($60). For motorcycles, it’s on Green Lot 8 for $50.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-11973860\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Levis-parking-2024-01-16-at-2.30.02%E2%80%AFPM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1792\" height=\"1808\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Levis-parking-2024-01-16-at-2.30.02 PM.png 1792w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Levis-parking-2024-01-16-at-2.30.02 PM-800x807.png 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Levis-parking-2024-01-16-at-2.30.02 PM-1020x1029.png 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Levis-parking-2024-01-16-at-2.30.02 PM-160x161.png 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/Levis-parking-2024-01-16-at-2.30.02 PM-1522x1536.png 1522w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1792px) 100vw, 1792px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>What about parking near Levi’s Stadium? You can check independent services like \u003ca href=\"https://www.parkwhiz.com/levi-s-stadium-parking/san-francisco-49ers-v-detroit-lions-nfc-championship-game-1403782/\">ParkWhiz\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"https://spothero.com/search?kind=event&id=861817\">SpotHero\u003c/a> for non-stadium parking spots nearby, although these will likely still be a long walk — almost a mile — to the stadium. If you’re doing this, be sure to map the route using a tool like Google Maps to ensure you know how long you have to walk and the shortest route to do so.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Some of your walk \u003ca href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/14zra5p/going_to_shows_at_levis_stadium_what_do_you_wish/\">will be on a gravel path,\u003c/a> which can be hard on the feet, so wear comfy shoes. Reddit users advised that \u003ca href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/14zra5p/going_to_shows_at_levis_stadium_what_do_you_wish/\">pedicabs may be\u003c/a> around to take you to the stadium.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>What about using rideshare services like Uber or Lyft to get to or from Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>For previous Levi’s Stadium events, Reddit users \u003ca href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/14zra5p/going_to_shows_at_levis_stadium_what_do_you_wish/\">have recommended against using rideshares\u003c/a>, saying that wait times are long and costs are high. However, if you plan on getting an Uber or Lyft, you should request to be dropped off “curbside on Great America Parkway, between Tasman Drive and Old Glory Lane,” \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/plan-your-visit/pickup-dropoff/\">according to the Levi’s Stadium website\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you are taking a rideshare out of the stadium after the game ends, exit Gates A, B or F to get picked up at Red Lot 7. (Due to surge pricing, be aware that getting an Uber out of the stadium will likely be expensive after the game.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There are also private buses from San Francisco to Levi’s Stadium, like the one \u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49ers-vs-lions-nfc-champ-game-bus-from-san-francisco-marina-dist-12824-tickets-805515186607?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Westwood bar is providing\u003c/a>, with each seat going from $89 to $109. There’s another one outside of \u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49er-express-shuttle-to-levis-stadium-from-fishermans-wharf-tickets-805790169087?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Hotel Caza in Fisherman’s Wharf\u003c/a>, $75 per seat. (Tickets are going fast, though.)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"transit\">\u003c/a>How to take public transit to the game\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/event/nfc-championship/\">According to Levi’s Stadium\u003c/a>, there will be more \u003cstrong>VTA light rail and buses\u003c/strong> two hours before the game and an hour after the game. Stay updated on any changes on the \u003ca href=\"https://www.vta.org/events/49ers-vs-detroit-1282024\">VTA event page\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>BART\u003c/strong> will operate on a regular schedule, according to Levi’s. Plan your BART journey \u003ca href=\"https://www.bart.gov/\">on the agency’s website\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Caltrain\u003c/strong> will have extended hours after the game for northbound trains departing Mountain View at 8:34 p.m., 9:34 p.m., 10:40 p.m. and 11:34 p.m. \u003ca href=\"https://www.caltrain.com/49ers-game-service\">You can learn more on the Caltrain website.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>The Capitol Corridor train\u003c/strong> will arrive at the Great America Station (where Levi’s Stadium is located) at 1:39 p.m. After the game, the train to Sacramento departs at 7:18 p.m. and 8:18 p.m. \u003ca href=\"https://www.capitolcorridor.org/49ers-service/\">You can learn more on the Capitol Corridor website.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>ACE trains\u003c/strong> will have a special service with a westbound train to the Great America station at 1:35 p.m. After the game, the train to Stockton will depart at 7:49 p.m. \u003ca href=\"https://acerail.com/event-train/\">Learn more on ACE’s event page.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Prepare for a super-crowded Levi’s Stadium experience.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You can find \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/stadium-az-guide/\">all of the bathroom locations at Levi’s Stadium here\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There’s no doubt it will be a packed stadium — and there’s no shame in getting a little antsy in big crowds like this. Read \u003ca href=\"https://www.npr.org/2021/11/09/1053828800/south-korea-seoul-halloween-crowd-safety-tips\">NPR’s full guide on what to do if you find yourself caught in a crowd crush\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Mehdi Moussaïd, a research scientist in Berlin who studies crowd behavior, says you should rely on your instincts and senses if you feel like the crowd is getting too dense. If you get stuck in a crush, move with the crowd, put your arms out in front of your chest and hold them there.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“In this position, you would have some space, just a little bit, to push for half a centimeter or just 1 centimeter — enough for you to keep breathing,” Moussaïd told NPR in 2022. “It’s not going to be comfortable. You’re going to be feeling really bad, but at least you’ll survive.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11973890\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"max-width: 2560px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11973890\" src=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A man geared up in football uniform runs very quickly with a football in his hands.\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1706\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-scaled.jpg 2560w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-800x533.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-1020x680.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-160x107.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2024/01/GettyImages-1954145206-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk runs after making a catch during the NFC playoff game against the Green Bay Packers at Levi’s Stadium on Jan. 20, 2024, in Santa Clara. \u003ccite>(Michael Zagaris/San Francisco 49ers/Getty Images)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"parties\">\u003c/a>Didn’t get 49ers vs. Lions tickets? Go to a watch party (and there are tons)\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>The 49ers have official fan watch parties across the Bay, including two San José fan rallies in The Plex and San Pedro Social. Find all of these watch parties on the 49er’s event page and schedule.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Local bars and clubs also have their own 49ers vs. Lions watch party events, some of which are free to attend with a ticket or some form of RSVP. You can also purchase a table for you and your group.\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfc-title-showdown-49ers-vs-lions-viewing-party-championship-after-party-tickets-808446484197?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\"> Sushi Confidential\u003c/a> in San José\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49ers-gameday-watch-party-tickets-806101470197?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">SP2 Communal Bar + Restaurant\u003c/a> in San José\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/do-it-for-the-bay-49ers-vs-lions-view-party-the-grand-sf-tickets-807295812507?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">The Grand Nightclub\u003c/a> in San Francisco\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49ers-in-the-nfc-championships-watch-party-tickets-807395831667?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">United Irish Cultural Center\u003c/a> in San Francisco\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/do-it-for-the-bay-49ers-vs-lions-watch-party-mayes-san-francisco-tickets-807366905147?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Mayes Oyster House\u003c/a> in San Francisco\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nfc-championship-game-49ers-vs-lions-view-party-the-grand-san-francisco-tickets-807332030837?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">The Grand\u003c/a> in San Francisco\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49ers-vs-lions-nfc-championship-watch-party-skylark-012824-tickets-807447405927?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Skylark\u003c/a> in San Francisco\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lions-vs-niners-watch-party-012824-tickets-805811181937?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">The Valencia Room\u003c/a> in San Francisco\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49ers-vs-lions-line-51-tickets-807108843277?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Line 51 Brewing\u003c/a> in Oakland\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49ers-championship-watch-party-continental-club-tickets-810012387857?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">The Continental Club\u003c/a> in Oakland\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/do-it-for-the-bay-49ers-v-lions-watch-party-tickets-805956255857?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Town PopUp\u003c/a> in Oakland ($10)\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sunday-rooftop-day-party-49ersnfc-championship-watch-party-tickets-805459921307?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Torch Rooftop Lounge\u003c/a> in Oakland\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/watch-party-nfc-championship-sf-49ers-vs-detroit-lions-tickets-809948727447?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Hacker Dojo\u003c/a> in Mountain View\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/49er-watch-party-tickets-808545379997\">Flights Restaurant\u003c/a> in Burlingame\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/san-francisco-49ers-vs-detroit-lions-watch-party-nfc-championship-tickets-809983822417?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Longboard Bar and Venue\u003c/a> in Pacifica\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/niners-nfc-championship-on-big-screen-sunday-jan-28-3pm-tickets-805346120927?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Cinelounge\u003c/a> in Tiburon\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"tellus\">\u003c/a>Tell us: What else do you need information about?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>At KQED News, we know that it can sometimes be hard to track down the answers to navigate life in the Bay Area in 2024. We’ve published \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/tag/coronavirus-resources-and-explainers\">clear, practical explainers and guides about COVID-19\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/11936674/how-to-prepare-for-this-weeks-atmospheric-river-storm-sandbags-emergency-kits-and-more\">how to cope with intense winter weather\u003c/a>, and \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/11821950/how-to-safely-attend-a-protest-in-the-bay-area\">how to exercise your right to protest safely\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>So tell us: What do you need to know more about? Tell us, and you could see your question answered online or on social media. What you submit will make our reporting stronger and help us decide what to cover here on our site and on KQED Public Radio, too.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>\u003cem>Updated 2 p.m. Tuesday\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/event/beyonce-renaissance-tour/\">Beyoncé is bringing her Renaissance World Tour\u003c/a> — her first solo tour in over six years, dedicated to her album of the same name — to the Bay Area, with a one-night stop at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara on Wednesday, August 30. (The \u003ca href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@big_bey1981/video/7272752077766544682?_r=1&_t=8fFSc12Emcg\">city has named the singer honorary mayor for the day\u003c/a> to celebrate the concert. Beyoncé is even getting the key to the city.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>And if you’re attending Beyoncé’s Renaissance show, \u003ca href=\"https://www.theatlantic.com/newsletters/archive/2023/06/live-music-prices-tickets-economy/674573/\">you almost certainly spent a good amount of money on tickets\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>https://twitter.com/hunteryharris/status/1593359272016060417\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Perhaps you’ll be spending even more simply getting to the Renaissance show, if you’re traveling to the South Bay from out of town — and you may be looking for a game plan for parking and \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/11956083/taylor-swift-levis-stadium-eras-santa-clara-tickets\">getting in and out of the crowded, hectic stadium\u003c/a> as painlessly as possible.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>KQED’s got you. Including \u003ca href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/14zra5p/going_to_shows_at_levis_stadium_what_do_you_wish/\">the specific wisdom of folks on Reddit\u003c/a> about this topic, our guide is divided into sections for logistics, alternative events and the vast history behind this album. Keep checking this guide for updates — and\u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/LevisStadium\"> stay tuned to the Levi’s Stadium Twitter account\u003c/a> for any last-minute alerts.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Jump straight to:\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"#levisstadiumparking\">What parking is available at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"#whattimeisbeyonce\">What time does Beyoncé’s show start in Santa Clara? \u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"#levisstadiumbagpolicy\">What is the bag policy at \u003c/a>\u003ca href=\"#levisstadiumbagpolicy\">Levi’s Stadium\u003c/a>\u003ca href=\"#levisstadiumbagpolicy\">? Can I bring a phone charger?\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"#levisstadiumbart\">How can I get to Levi’s Stadium on public transit?\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"#levisstadiumtailgate\">Is tailgating at the Beyoncé concert allowed?\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"#beyoncesantaclaratickets\">Can I still buy a ticket for Beyoncé’s Renaissance Tour in Santa Clara?\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"#beyoncepartiesbayarea\">Where can I find Renaissance-themed parties in the Bay to celebrate the legacy of Black queer dance music?\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>But first, let’s get the most important thing out of the way:\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Don’t let the Bay Area down during the ‘mute challenge’\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>At every concert, Beyoncé sings the track “Energy” from her latest album Renaissance. About a minute into the song, she sings: \u003ca href=\"https://youtu.be/O9rk6ldyFkA?t=53\">“Big wave in the room, the crowd gon’ move / Look around, everybody on mute.”\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/atlanta-new-winner-of-beyonce-everybody-on-mute-war-after-first-show-in-atlanta\">She and her dancers then pause and put their fingers over their lips\u003c/a>. The audience then is supposed to be statue-still and quiet with her.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>https://twitter.com/codydonair/status/1690225678598144000\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/RenaissanceWT/status/1688536247445151744\">Atlanta and DC have been noted winners of the challenge\u003c/a>. Let’s get the Bay Area up there too — practice at home, if you need to.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>https://twitter.com/beyonceaccess/status/1693441971677782505?s=21&t=6Ki10OUXjH96BfOtUlAOmg\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"whattimeisbeyonce\">\u003c/a>When does the Renaissance show start at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>There is no opener — it is all Beyoncé for around two-and-a-half hours. (Although you may get a cameo at some point during the show from \u003ca href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@logandew31/video/7266293265333325099\">11-year-old Blue Ivy Carter.\u003c/a>)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The show itself starts at 8 p.m. Pacific Time, but it varies when Beyoncé actually shows up on stage. However KQED staffers who have attended previous shows at the stadium advise that fans get to the venue early.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>According to \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/event/beyonce-renaissance-tour/\">Levi’s Stadium\u003c/a>, the parking lot opens at 3 p.m. The gate opens at 6 p.m.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There will be a merch outside in Red Lot 1, opening at 1 p.m. Wednesday until the end of the concert.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>City officials \u003ca href=\"https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/08/22/curfew-for-beyonce-show-at-levis-stadium-gets-pushed-back-one-hour/\">have extended its curfew for the show, allowing it to go on until 11 p.m.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you don’t mind spoilers, you can\u003ca href=\"https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7A1M8FjAbfMXbJH0Q1KFdD\"> view a playlist of the songs Beyoncé is expected to sing at the concert ahead of time\u003c/a>. But you may get some surprises — the artist pulled out “Thique,” “All Up In Your Mind,” and “Drunk in Love” for her Atlanta show (\u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/B7Album/status/1691287228696158208\">the first time since her first show in Europe\u003c/a>.) However, she hasn’t played the songs since (prompting some fans to bring “Justice 4 for Thique” signs to the concert.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2li8I8IVn0\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp> \u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>How should I dress for Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Be sure to \u003ca href=\"https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=37.35&lon=-121.96\">check the weather forecast before heading to Santa Clara\u003c/a> and dress for a hot, dry day. Wear sunscreen and drink lots of water. You can bring sealed plastic water bottles and reusable transparent water bottles into the stadium. Levi’s is an open stadium, meaning it will likely cool down at night.\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>Jump straight to: \u003ca href=\"#levisstadiumbagpolicy\">Levi’s Stadium’s bag policy and the list of banned items \u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>KQED has \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/11878134/bay-area-heat-wave-how-to-stay-safe-during-dangerously-hot-weather\">a thorough guide on how to stay safe during a heat wave\u003c/a>, if there is one that week.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Go all-out for your outfit on this night — and if you are particularly stylish, you might be featured in \u003ca href=\"https://tour.beyonce.com/rwt/detroit/\">the photos on Beyoncé’s official tour website\u003c/a>. (Although KQED staff members emphasize wearing comfortable footwear. You’ll likely be waiting in long lines to get in, for concessions, merchandise, and then on your feet throughout the entire performance.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Beyoncé is asking fans to wear silver and chrome for this show as a birthday wish.\u003c/p>\n\u003cblockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Beyoncé requests silver and chrome fashions to celebrate Virgo season and “the last month” of The \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/hashtag/RENAISSANCEWorldTour?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#RENAISSANCEWorldTour\u003c/a>. 🪩 \u003ca href=\"https://t.co/sBKOqOWhte\">pic.twitter.com/sBKOqOWhte\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>— BEYONCÉ LEGION (@BeyLegion) \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/BeyLegion/status/1694199294629191852?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">August 23, 2023\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\u003c/blockquote>\n\u003cp>Common accessories include a disco cowboy hat, like Beyoncé dons on the Renaissance cover. You can find versions of this hat online — after all, \u003ca href=\"https://www.billboard.com/shop/beyonce-disco-cowboy-hat-where-to-buy-renaissance-tour-1235302136/\">Beyoncé’s stylist found the original hat on Etsy\u003c/a>.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>And you might want to bring a portable paper cooling fan for the Beyoncé concert, \u003ca href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3WqRPM6M0A\">especially for her song Heated.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cblockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" style=\"max-width: 605px; min-width: 325px;\" cite=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@trinityestelle3/video/7262544964779855150\" data-video-id=\"7262544964779855150\">\n\u003csection>\u003ca title=\"@trinityestelle3\" href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@trinityestelle3?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@trinityestelle3\u003c/a> She was a fast learner! Counting down the minutes 🫡 \u003ca title=\"heatedfanclicks\" href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/tag/heatedfanclicks?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#heatedfanclicks\u003c/a> \u003ca title=\"fyp\" href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/tag/fyp?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#fyp\u003c/a> \u003ca title=\"beyonce\" href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/tag/beyonce?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#beyonce\u003c/a> \u003ca title=\"renaissanceworldtour\" href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/tag/renaissanceworldtour?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#renaissanceworldtour\u003c/a> \u003ca title=\"♬ original sound - trin w\" href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/music/original-sound-7262544984254139182?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">♬ original sound – trin w\u003c/a>\u003c/section>\n\u003c/blockquote>\n\u003cp>[tiktok]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@renaissancefan\">There are fan-made fans on TikTok\u003c/a>, and some fans have been decorating their own — just make sure your fan can open and close easily.\u003c/p>\n\u003cblockquote class=\"tiktok-embed\" style=\"max-width: 605px; min-width: 325px;\" cite=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@ajadang/video/7242360859001965866\" data-video-id=\"7242360859001965866\">\n\u003csection>\u003ca title=\"@ajadang\" href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@ajadang?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@ajadang\u003c/a> Replying to @Violet Banks he needs to stick to the small fan… @Brian Puspos \u003ca title=\"renaissancetour\" href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/tag/renaissancetour?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#renaissancetour\u003c/a> \u003ca title=\"renaissance\" href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/tag/renaissance?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#renaissance\u003c/a> \u003ca title=\"beyoncechallenge\" href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/tag/beyoncechallenge?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#beyoncechallenge\u003c/a> \u003ca title=\"beyoncerenaissance\" href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/tag/beyoncerenaissance?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#beyoncerenaissance\u003c/a> \u003ca title=\"screammovie\" href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/tag/screammovie?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#screammovie\u003c/a> \u003ca title=\"♬ HEATED - Beyoncé\" href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/music/HEATED-7125598550062270466?refer=embed\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">♬ HEATED – Beyoncé\u003c/a>\u003c/section>\n\u003c/blockquote>\n\u003cp>[tiktok]\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"levisstadiumbagpolicy\">\u003c/a>What’s the Levi’s Stadium bag policy?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/bagpolicy/\">Levi’s Stadium does not allow non-transparent bags\u003c/a> — meaning any bag you bring must be:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Clear (i.e., transparent, so the contents within can be clearly seen).\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>No bigger than 12 x 6 inches.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>The only exception to that “clear bag” rule is for clutches — meaning you can bring a clutch with a shoulder or a wrist strap that’s not transparent, but has to be smaller than 4.5 x 6.5 inches. There is no bag check service.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11956137\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1779px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11956137\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy.jpg\" alt=\"An illustration of the different types of bags approved for entry into Levi's stadium.\" width=\"1779\" height=\"1096\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy.jpg 1779w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-800x493.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-1020x628.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-160x99.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-1536x946.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1779px) 100vw, 1779px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Levi’s Stadium’s list of approved bags for entry. \u003ccite>(levisstadium.com)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Here are some more \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/LevisStadium/status/1684715797527371776?s=20\">things you cannot bring to Levi’s stadium\u003c/a>:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Cans, glass bottles, thermoses, non-transparent water bottles that are not plastic and not sealed.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\">Signs over 11 x 17 inches.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\">Banners and poles.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\">“Professional” cameras, video, and audio recording equipment (lights and tripods are also not allowed).\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Glow sticks.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Selfie sticks.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Backpacks.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>What else can you bring to Levi’s Stadium? These items include:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Sealed plastic water bottles and reusable transparent water bottles.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Blankets.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Seat cushions.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Diaper bags (if you’re accompanying a child).\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Binoculars.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>As for phone chargers, if you remember Levi’s Stadium initially stating that battery packs with portable external phone chargers would not be permitted at the Taylor Swift Eras show, that decision was reversed the day of the first show. “We are allowing portable phone chargers as long as they are about the same size as a phone,” a spokesperson told KQED by email. “In other words, as long as it isn’t a massive battery pack for a computer or professional camera. Portable phone chargers with USB cables ARE allowed.” We’ll watch for confirmation that this indeed holds true for Beyoncé’s show.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Levi’s Stadium says that\u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/stadium-az-guide/\"> phone charging stations are also available at all Guest Service Stations\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>How do I know if I’ve got a good seat?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>If you are anxious about anything obscuring your sight of the stage or how you want to get to your seat fast, you can \u003ca href=\"http://levisstadium.io-media.com/web/index.html\">check out the view from your seat using Levi’s Stadium’s Virtual Venue map\u003c/a>. \u003ca href=\"https://seatgeek.com/venues/levi-s-stadium/seating-chart/views\">Seatgeek\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"https://aviewfrommyseat.com/venue/Levi%27s+Stadium/seating/concert/\">A View From My Seat\u003c/a> also are good resources for this.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11956144\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1900px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11956144\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map.jpg\" alt=\"An aerial phot of a huge stadium, overlaid with graphics illustrating different seating.\" width=\"1900\" height=\"1237\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map.jpg 1900w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-800x521.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-1020x664.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-160x104.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-1536x1000.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1900px) 100vw, 1900px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">You can look at where your seat is on the Levi’s Stadium site. \u003ccite>(levistadium.com)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>What should I know about accessibility at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Levi’s Stadium has an \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/guest-services/ada-services/\">online guide to their accessible services\u003c/a>, which includes information about accessible seating and companion seats, bathroom services, elevator facilities and how to request access to closed captioning.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Levi’s says that any wheelchair services should be requested in advance when applicable by emailing mobilityservices@levisstadium.com or calling (408) 579-4610 with your requests.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Keep reading for information about \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/plan-your-visit/ada-parking/\">accessible parking and drop-off at Levi’s Stadium\u003c/a>. The headline: Red Lot 1 is the place to park but is on a first-come first-serve basis.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"levisstadiumparking\">\u003c/a>What should I know about parking at and near Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>At the time of publication, \u003ca href=\"https://www.ticketmaster.com/beyonce-parking-santa-clara-california-08-30-2023/event/1C005E23A8F2343F\">you can still buy parking tickets at Levi’s Stadium officially\u003c/a>, for around $50. (At this stage pre-show, all official parking for Levi’s Stadium’s last huge show — Taylor Swift’s two-night Eras tour — was already sold out, so you may consider acting fast.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/plan-your-visit/ada-parking/\">Accessible parking information can be found on the Levi’s Stadium site.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You can check \u003ca href=\"https://www.parkwhiz.com/levi-s-stadium-parking/?daily=1\">independent services like ParkWhiz\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"https://spothero.com/\">SpotHero\u003c/a> for non-stadium parking spots nearby, although these will likely still be a long walk — almost a mile — to the stadium. If you’re doing this, be sure to map the route using a tool like Google Maps, to make sure you know how long you have to walk and the shortest route to do so. \u003ca href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/14zra5p/going_to_shows_at_levis_stadium_what_do_you_wish/\">Some of your walk will be on a gravel path\u003c/a>, which can be hard on the feet. \u003ca href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/14zra5p/going_to_shows_at_levis_stadium_what_do_you_wish/\">Reddit users advised that there may be pedicabs\u003c/a> around to take you to the stadium.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>What about using rideshare services like Uber or Lyft to get to or from Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>We should note that \u003ca href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/14zra5p/going_to_shows_at_levis_stadium_what_do_you_wish/\">Reddit users actually recommended against using rideshares\u003c/a>, saying that the wait time for one is long and expensive. However, if you are planning on getting an Uber or Lyft, you should be dropped off for the show “curbside on Great America Parkway, between Tasman Drive and Old Glory Lane,” according to the Levi’s Stadium website.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>And if you are taking a rideshare out of the stadium after the show ends, exit Gates A, B or F to get picked up at Red Lot 7. (Due to surge pricing, it will likely be expensive to get an Uber out the stadium.)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>I’m dropping off and picking up somebody. Where should I go?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Levi’s Stadium has \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/plan-your-visit/parking/\">pickup and drop-off locations on their site for different types of vehicles. \u003c/a>For Taylor Swift’s recent Eras Tour at the same venue, officials at Levi’s Stadium provided \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/event/taylor-swift-the-eras-tour-july-28-2023/#parent\">a Special Parent Pick-Up zone,\u003c/a> located on Great America Parkway by Tasman Drive and Old Glory Lane for drop-off and then on Patrick Henry Drive for pickup. We’ll update this guide when more details are released for the Renaissance Tour.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/plan-your-visit/ada-parking/\">Accessible drop-off, with wheelchair assistance available\u003c/a>, is at Patrick Henry Drive and Great America Parkway. Accessible pick-up is at Red Lot 7. Guests can head to Gate C’s mobility services to get transportation to Red Lot 7\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"levisstadiumbart\">\u003c/a>How to take public transit to the Beyoncé concert\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Public transit schedules can always be subject to change. Check the timings for your route on the day of the show itself, and be sure of your very last service home.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) light rail and bus\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>KQED staffers highly recommend taking the VTA light rail to the venue itself. And if you’re taking a connecting transit service to VTA, keep reading for details of timings and additional services.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11956139\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/VTA-map.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1900\" height=\"1469\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/VTA-map.jpg 1900w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/VTA-map-800x619.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/VTA-map-1020x789.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/VTA-map-160x124.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/VTA-map-1536x1188.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1900px) 100vw, 1900px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There is a VTA stop on the North side of the stadium, called the Great America Station. \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/getting-here/public-transportation/\">Routers are “scheduled daily to and from Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Milpitas, San José, Santa Clara, and Campbell.”\u003c/a> \u003ca href=\"https://www.vta.org/go/events/levis-stadium\">See the VTA schedule.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.vta.org/trip-planner\">You can schedule this journey out on the VTA’s site\u003c/a> by toggling to the “Trip Planner” tab.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>According to the VTA, there will be 30% more passenger capacity for the night. The release said that the VTA, BART and Caltrain will be in communication to prevent fans from being stranded.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Extra service to the stadium will begin at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, throughout the light rail system. Extra bus service will be on standby to supplement light rail if needed. After the concert, VTA will run light rail trains continuously until all passengers are cleared from the Great America light rail station,” the release reads.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Passengers connecting to BART should take the VTA Orange Line to the Milpitas Transit Center no later than 11:15 p.m. to make their connection to BART’s last regular service leaving at 11:51 p.m. In addition, BART will run two limited stop trains from Milpitas at 12:30 a.m. and will serve only the following East Bay stations: Bay Fair, MacArthur, Pleasant Hill, and El Cerrito del Norte.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For the \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/11956083/taylor-swift-levis-stadium-eras-santa-clara-tickets\">Taylor Swift Eras tour last month\u003c/a>, VTA’s spokesperson recommended people driving to the Milpitas Transit Center to pay for \u003ca href=\"https://vta.t2hosted.com/Account/Portal\">parking permits online\u003c/a> or by \u003ca href=\"https://apps.apple.com/us/app/passport-parking/id501324867\">using the app\u003c/a>. \u003ca href=\"https://www.vta.org/projects/bart-sv/phase-i/parking\">Get more information on parking at Silicon Valley BART stations\u003c/a>. The Clipper mobile app is also useful for easier VTA light rail payment.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/getting-here/public-transportation/\">The VTA offers accessible cart or wheelchair services\u003c/a> from the Great America station to the Stadium’s west gate. To book these services ahead of time, call (408) 579-4610.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The VTA bus reaches the greater San José area, Mountain View, Cupertino and Sunnyvale (\u003ca href=\"https://www.vta.org/go/routes\">see the VTA bus schedule\u003c/a>). The buses will drop you off at either the intersection of Tasman Drive and Great America Parkway or the intersection of Tasman Drive and Calle Del Sol. Please note that accessible cart services are not available for the latter.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>BART\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For the Taylor Swift Eras Tour, \u003ca href=\"https://www.bart.gov/\">BART’s website\u003c/a> advised fans to transfer from BART at Milpitas Station to VTA’s Orange Line and ride to VTA’s Great America Station, located on the north side of Levi’s Stadium.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There will be special services after midnight for the concert, according to BART’s spokesperson. You can \u003ca href=\"https://www.bart.gov/news/articles/2023/news20230822\">view BART’s guide to transportation for the Renaissance concert on its website\u003c/a>. Be sure to view what times the trains leave Levi’s Stadium the day of the concert.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-11959383\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/BeyonceEvent-Rider-Guide-2023_Getting-To_0-800x800.png\" alt=\"BART map for the Beyoncé concert\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/BeyonceEvent-Rider-Guide-2023_Getting-To_0-800x800.png 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/BeyonceEvent-Rider-Guide-2023_Getting-To_0-160x160.png 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/BeyonceEvent-Rider-Guide-2023_Getting-To_0.png 1020w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Caltrain\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You can also take Caltrain to the show, but will need to connect with the VTA light rail. \u003ca href=\"https://www.caltrain.com/location/levis-stadium\">You can get a double Caltrain pass here.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>According to the VTA’s email, “Caltrain connections in Mountain View will run up to 75 minutes after the concert ends.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Capitol Corridor train\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.capitolcorridor.org/blogs/get_on_board/take-the-capitol-corridor-to-see-beyonce-at-levis-stadium-on-8-30/\">Capitol Corridor is offering special hours for the Beyoncé show\u003c/a>. The Westbound Train 543 will arrive at Levi’s Stadium at 5:05 p.m. Eastbound Train 550 will depart the station at 11:59 p.m.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Ticketed passengers should give themselves at least 15 minutes to get to the station after the concert,” the release reads. “For the return trip, please make your way close to the exit doors prior to the arrival at the next station. Trains do not remain in the station for long, so you will need to be ready to offboard upon arrival at your destination.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you are a regular user of the train, Capitol Corridor’s news release advises people to\u003ca href=\"https://www.capitolcorridor.org/blogs/get_on_board/train-service-adjustments-for-beyonce-concert-8-30-23/\"> take an early train to avoid crowds on Trains 541 and 543\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Train 548 is CANCELLED. Passengers are advised to take Train 546 or earlier trains if you have flexibility in your schedule,” the release reads.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>ACE train\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You can \u003ca href=\"https://acerail.com/schedules/\">use the ACE train to travel to Santa Clara\u003c/a> from Stockton, Lathrop/Manteca, Tracy, Vasco, Livermore, Pleasanton and Fremont.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Biking\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Not quite public transportation, but there are also \u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/volunteer-for-bike-parking-taylor-swift-concert-at-levis-stadium-2-days-tickets-532608084117?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">bike valets from the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition\u003c/a> (\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/volunteer-for-bike-parking-taylor-swift-concert-at-levis-stadium-2-days-tickets-532608084117?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">who are looking for volunteers\u003c/a>). However, as one Reddit user informed us, \u003ca href=\"https://www.santaclaraca.gov/our-city/departments-g-z/public-works/engineering/traffic-engineering/bicyclist-and-pedestrian-detour-on-event-days\">the bike trail is often closed during busy events like game days\u003c/a> so don’t assume you’ll be able to use this trail to reach Levi’s Stadium on the nights of the shows.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Bike parking opens at 3 p.m. and is located at Dignity Health Gate.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Private shuttle\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You could consider looking into a private ride or shuttle to and from Levi’s Stadium, especially if there’s a large group of you going.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.mride.com/event\">Private M Ride round-trip shuttles\u003c/a> are offered to Levi’s Stadium from Westwood, a venue in San Francisco.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Prepare for a super-crowded stadium experience\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://wjla.com/news/local/beyonce-fans-renaissance-tour-describe-chaos-danger-concert-severe-weather-lightning-leads-crowd-fedex-field-washington-commanders-shelter-in-place-safety-heat-exhaustion\">Beyoncé’s Renaissance show at FedEx Field in Maryland saw large crowds pushed together\u003c/a> when \u003ca href=\"https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2023/08/06/beyonce-concert-storm-delay/\">fans were asked to shelter in place after lightning was reported in the area\u003c/a>, with ABC7 News reporting that \u003ca href=\"https://wjla.com/news/local/beyonce-fans-renaissance-tour-describe-chaos-danger-concert-severe-weather-lightning-leads-crowd-fedex-field-washington-commanders-shelter-in-place-safety-heat-exhaustion\">some fans had to be treated for heat exhaustion\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There’s no shame in getting a little antsy in big crowds like this — in a packed stadium, it’s normal to feel a little overwhelmed. \u003ca href=\"https://www.npr.org/2021/11/09/1053828800/south-korea-seoul-halloween-crowd-safety-tips\">Read NPR’s full guide on what to do if you find yourself caught in a crowd crush.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>According to Mehdi Moussaïd, a research scientist in Berlin who studies crowd behavior, \u003ca href=\"https://www.npr.org/2021/11/09/1053828800/south-korea-seoul-halloween-crowd-safety-tips\">rely on your instincts and senses if you feel like the crowd is getting too dense\u003c/a>. If you get stuck in a crush, move with the crowd and put your arms out in front of your chest and hold them there.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“In this position, you would have some space, just a little bit, to push for half a centimeter or just 1 centimeter — enough for you to keep breathing,” Moussaïd told NPR in 2022. “It’s not going to be comfortable. You’re going to be feeling really bad, but at least you’ll survive.”\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>What to know about using the bathroom at the Beyoncé show\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>You can \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/stadium-az-guide/\">find all of the bathroom locations at Levi’s Stadium here\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Try to head to the bathroom before the show, but one KQED staffer recommended that you also sift through the playlist and see if there is a song you may be comfortable ducking out of to run to the restroom.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"beyoncesantaclaratickets\">\u003c/a>Can I still get a ticket for Beyoncé at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.ticketmaster.com/beyonce-renaissance-world-tour-santa-clara-california-08-30-2023/event/1C005E3AD45076FE?CAMEFROM=CFC_49ERS_WEB_LS_EVENTPAGE\">Tickets for Beyoncé’s Santa Clara Renaissance show are still being offered on Ticketmaster\u003c/a>, which is the most official way to secure your seat at the Beyoncé show. You can also \u003ca href=\"https://www.stubhub.com/beyonce-santa-clara-tickets-8-30-2023/event/151441642/?quantity=2\">find Renaissance resales on sites like StubHub\u003c/a>. You can also look for better deals and seats on Facebook marketplace resales and Eventbrite.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Walk-up tickets may also be available at the Visa Box Office.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://abc7news.com/taylor-swift-scams-concert-tickets-better-business-bureau/13474055/\">The Better Businesses Bureau (BBB) issued a warning about resale scams\u003c/a> during Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, with many people discovering after sending the money through apps like Venmo or Zelle that these “tickets” never existed. Check out the person’s profile and their past posting history to see if it seems real. And \u003ca href=\"https://www.bbb.org/article/scams/28902-bbb-scam-alert-spot-the-scam-before-paying-big-bucks-for-taylor-swift-tickets\">if you do choose to buy a resale, use your credit card,\u003c/a> says the BBB. This at least provides some protection for you if the deal was fake.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you are getting a resale from a friend, make sure you call your friend directly — to make sure someone isn’t impersonating them online.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"levisstadiumtailgate\">\u003c/a>Can I tailgate at Levi’s Stadium if I didn’t get tickets?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Levi’s is an open stadium, and many on social media report that the noise leaks out if you’re nearby. But a Levi’s Stadium spokesperson wrote to KQED in an email that tailgating is not permitted (as per its policy on all concerts.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Tasman Drive “will be closed starting at 9:30am on 8/30. This is the same policy we use for any weekday event at the stadium,” the spokesperson wrote.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The question of tailgating caused some back-and-forth during the Taylor Swift concert last month. \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/stadium-az-guide/\">Levi’s Stadium usually allows tailgating for football games for ticketed fans\u003c/a>, as long as the party is wrapped up by kick-off. But Levi’s — in an email to KQED as well as \u003ca href=\"https://web.archive.org/web/20230726203720/https://www.levisstadium.com/event/taylor-swift-the-eras-tour-july-28-2023/\">a notice addressing tailgating on its website on July 26\u003c/a> — heavily discouraged fans \u003ca href=\"https://www.washingtonpost.com/music/2023/05/15/taylor-swift-eras-tour-parking-lot/\">without tickets from showing up during the Eras tour\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A spokesperson told KQED in an email, “Tailgating is prohibited for the Taylor Swift concerts and there will be no designated viewing areas outside of Levi’s Stadium. Fans without event tickets will not be allowed to enter stadium parking lots, and should not plan to gather outside the stadium.” \u003ca href=\"https://web.archive.org/web/20230726203720/https://www.levisstadium.com/event/taylor-swift-the-eras-tour-july-28-2023/\">Levi’s Stadium’s security information confirmed this seeming ban on tailgating on its website\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.sfchronicle.com/entertainment/article/taylor-swift-santa-clara-tailgate-18262219.php\">Santa Clara Councilmember Kathy Watanabe criticized the stadium for the move.\u003c/a> \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/event/taylor-swift-the-eras-tour-july-28-2023/\">However, Levi’s Stadium then \u003cem>removed\u003c/em> its strict notice on tailgating\u003c/a> from its Eras Tour release, and issued \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/levisstadium/status/1684711680377307136?s=11&t=1XnM9o3OuyNtfSPYu_INTw\">a more subdued tweet asking fans to just avoid overcrowding\u003c/a> the surrounding areas of the stadium. (\u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/sfchronicle/status/1685176674856603648?s=21&t=6Ki10OUXjH96BfOtUlAOmg\">Fans did end up showing up\u003c/a>.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Parking lot parties aren’t a new phenomenon — especially at Levi’s Stadium. In 2015, \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/10794116/hey-deadheads-heres-your-guide-to-great-america\">Grateful Dead fans gathered in the shared lot with the Great America amusement park\u003c/a> (and even caught a few rides.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>So whatever you do — just make sure to \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/codydonair/status/1690225678598144000\">stay quiet during the mute challenge.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"beyoncepartiesbayarea\">\u003c/a>The ‘Bey’ Area — aka, the Beyoncé events to attend whether you got a ticket or not\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>(Yes, we know “Bey” doesn’t rhyme with Bay.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://crybaby.live/event-details/13458018/a-renaissance-day-party-presented-by-les-play-house-make-room/#\">Crybaby in Oakland is throwing a Renaissance party\u003c/a> before the concert on August 27.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/kevin-aviance-the-cvnty-ball-tour-renaissance-afterparty-tickets-694212818227?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">Oasis is throwing an after-party the night of the concert\u003c/a> on August 30.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/safada-a-celebration-of-beyonce-and-renaissance-world-tour-tickets-697131538197?aff=erelexpmlt\">Oasis is also celebrating Renaissance and the Beyoncé tour\u003c/a> on September 1.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>And if you’re feeling daring, you can \u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dance-for-you-7-week-chair-dance-class-to-beyonces-hit-then-perform-tickets-689651826177?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">learn Beyoncé chair choreography\u003c/a> and, after seven weeks, be a part of a nightclub performance for friends.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003ch2>Celebrate the Bay Area’s own Black queer history (whether you got a Renaissance ticket or not)\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Beyoncé’s Renaissance is, above all else, \u003ca href=\"https://www.npr.org/2022/07/29/1114613243/beyonces-new-album-renaissance-pays-homage-to-black-queer-music-history\">a tribute to Black queer and trans music history \u003c/a>and \u003ca href=\"https://www.out.com/music/2022/7/29/beyonces-renaissance-honors-ballrooms-queer-trans-pioneers\">the ballroom scene\u003c/a>. \u003ca href=\"https://www.harpersbazaar.com/culture/art-books-music/a40755552/who-was-beyonces-uncle-johnny/\">The record is dedicated to her Uncle Johnny\u003c/a>, who Beyoncé said introduced her to the music that inspired the album.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>https://twitter.com/abcnewslive/status/1598494238886760448\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Vulture podcaster — and former host of \u003ca href=\"https://www.npr.org/podcasts/510317/its-been-a-minute\">NPR’s podcast It’s Been a Minute\u003c/a> — Sam Sanders breaks down the references and musicology behind Beyoncé’s album with Charlie Harding in \u003ca href=\"https://switchedonpop.com/episodes/beyonce-renaissance-sam-sanders\">this episode of Switched On Pop\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Sanders said Beyoncé and her team “have done a lot of research or done a lot of reading and have found these pockets of culture that are very niche. And then found a way to put them into songs that still feel effortlessly Beyoncé. It doesn’t sound like she is trying these skins on and not getting it right. It sounds good.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/program/pride-as-protest\">The Bay Area has a part in this dazzling history\u003c/a>, which KQED’s Nastia Voynovskaya featured in a panel called “Mighty Real” with local figureheads Tita Aida, Steve Fabus, DJ Black and David Harness.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yh6rnMO_kxI\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You can also check out San Francisco’s all-Black drag show Reparations, which has a monthly showing at Oasis. Formed in response to the killings of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor by police, \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13899312/all-black-drag-show-reparations-moves-from-the-internet-to-oasis\">Reparations’ host Nicki Jizz told KQED that the show “is not just a fad\u003c/a>. This is not just a summer thing. This is a forever thing. We need to support Black arts every day.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The next shows are on September 8, featuring \u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/reparations-w-kornbread-jete-tickets-700540283847?aff=ebdsoporgprofile\">RuPaul’s Drag Race season 14 contestant Kornbread Jet\u003c/a>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/reparations-w-kornbread-jete-tickets-700540283847?aff=ebdsoporgprofile\">é\u003c/a> and October 13, with \u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/reparations-w-lala-ri-tickets-700546703047?aff=ebdsoporgprofile\">Lala Ri of \u003c/a>\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/reparations-w-lala-ri-tickets-700546703047?aff=ebdsoporgprofile\">RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/whitehorsebar/\">The White Horse in Oakland, “the oldest operating gay bar in the nation” according to its Instagram\u003c/a>, is Black-owned and hosts DJs, drag shows, and karaoke nights.[aside postID='arts_13899312,arts_13835533,arts_13929138,news_11953672,arts_13914457' label='Related Stories to Explore']\u003ca href=\"https://www.instagram.com/wearesoulovely/\">There is also Soulovely every second Sunday in Oakland\u003c/a> — a queer, trans BIPOC day party. (\u003ca href=\"https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeB_4zgdahRYuICzKCKV8esR4npE5uCQdz2bUD_rNZ-MKRJLQ/viewform\">They are also looking for volunteers (DOC)\u003c/a>.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://oaklandpride.org/\">Oakland Pride is also coming up on September 9 and 10\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>San Francisco’s first Black-owned gay bar — New Eagle Creek Saloon — closed in the early ’90s. The bar was opened by Rodney Barnette, and was meant to be \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13914457/rightnowish-searching-for-a-kiki-sfs-first-black-owned-gay-bar\">an affirming space for the Black queer community\u003c/a> due to the racism he experienced when first moving to the city in 1969.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/arts/13914457/rightnowish-searching-for-a-kiki-sfs-first-black-owned-gay-bar\">“We had women DJs, which they didn’t have at that time in any of these gay bars,” Barnette told KQED’s Rightnowish podcast\u003c/a>. “They didn’t have any Black DJs. So we were able to provide the entertainment that people wanted and provide employment for talented Black people that weren’t able to express themselves in other establishments in San Francisco.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>His daughter \u003ca href=\"https://www.sadiebarnette.com/projects/\">Sadie Barnette, a local artist from Oakland, created an exhibition\u003c/a> dedicated to a recreation of the New Eagle Creek Saloon.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5OGltpQHmpM\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“I built the glittering bar structure — glowing somewhere between a monument and an altar — as an invitation, a place to be, and an invocation,” she wrote on her website. “I did not want to make a project about the bar; I needed to make a project that was the bar, that bent space and time and reanimated the bones of the Eagle Creek in an intergenerational revival.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“So, my bar is not quiet as it honors; it is a party. It is all my friends and my dad’s people. 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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\n\u003cp>Perhaps you’ll be spending even more simply getting to the Renaissance show, if you’re traveling to the South Bay from out of town — and you may be looking for a game plan for parking and \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/11956083/taylor-swift-levis-stadium-eras-santa-clara-tickets\">getting in and out of the crowded, hectic stadium\u003c/a> as painlessly as possible.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>KQED’s got you. Including \u003ca href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/14zra5p/going_to_shows_at_levis_stadium_what_do_you_wish/\">the specific wisdom of folks on Reddit\u003c/a> about this topic, our guide is divided into sections for logistics, alternative events and the vast history behind this album. Keep checking this guide for updates — and\u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/LevisStadium\"> stay tuned to the Levi’s Stadium Twitter account\u003c/a> for any last-minute alerts.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Jump straight to:\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"#levisstadiumparking\">What parking is available at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"#whattimeisbeyonce\">What time does Beyoncé’s show start in Santa Clara? \u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"#levisstadiumbagpolicy\">What is the bag policy at \u003c/a>\u003ca href=\"#levisstadiumbagpolicy\">Levi’s Stadium\u003c/a>\u003ca href=\"#levisstadiumbagpolicy\">? Can I bring a phone charger?\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"#levisstadiumbart\">How can I get to Levi’s Stadium on public transit?\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"#levisstadiumtailgate\">Is tailgating at the Beyoncé concert allowed?\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"#beyoncesantaclaratickets\">Can I still buy a ticket for Beyoncé’s Renaissance Tour in Santa Clara?\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"#beyoncepartiesbayarea\">Where can I find Renaissance-themed parties in the Bay to celebrate the legacy of Black queer dance music?\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>But first, let’s get the most important thing out of the way:\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Don’t let the Bay Area down during the ‘mute challenge’\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>At every concert, Beyoncé sings the track “Energy” from her latest album Renaissance. About a minute into the song, she sings: \u003ca href=\"https://youtu.be/O9rk6ldyFkA?t=53\">“Big wave in the room, the crowd gon’ move / Look around, everybody on mute.”\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.fox5atlanta.com/news/atlanta-new-winner-of-beyonce-everybody-on-mute-war-after-first-show-in-atlanta\">She and her dancers then pause and put their fingers over their lips\u003c/a>. The audience then is supposed to be statue-still and quiet with her.\u003c/p>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"whattimeisbeyonce\">\u003c/a>When does the Renaissance show start at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>There is no opener — it is all Beyoncé for around two-and-a-half hours. (Although you may get a cameo at some point during the show from \u003ca href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@logandew31/video/7266293265333325099\">11-year-old Blue Ivy Carter.\u003c/a>)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The show itself starts at 8 p.m. Pacific Time, but it varies when Beyoncé actually shows up on stage. However KQED staffers who have attended previous shows at the stadium advise that fans get to the venue early.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>According to \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/event/beyonce-renaissance-tour/\">Levi’s Stadium\u003c/a>, the parking lot opens at 3 p.m. The gate opens at 6 p.m.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There will be a merch outside in Red Lot 1, opening at 1 p.m. Wednesday until the end of the concert.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>City officials \u003ca href=\"https://www.mercurynews.com/2023/08/22/curfew-for-beyonce-show-at-levis-stadium-gets-pushed-back-one-hour/\">have extended its curfew for the show, allowing it to go on until 11 p.m.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you don’t mind spoilers, you can\u003ca href=\"https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7A1M8FjAbfMXbJH0Q1KFdD\"> view a playlist of the songs Beyoncé is expected to sing at the concert ahead of time\u003c/a>. But you may get some surprises — the artist pulled out “Thique,” “All Up In Your Mind,” and “Drunk in Love” for her Atlanta show (\u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/B7Album/status/1691287228696158208\">the first time since her first show in Europe\u003c/a>.) 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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"levisstadiumbagpolicy\">\u003c/a>What’s the Levi’s Stadium bag policy?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/bagpolicy/\">Levi’s Stadium does not allow non-transparent bags\u003c/a> — meaning any bag you bring must be:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Clear (i.e., transparent, so the contents within can be clearly seen).\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>No bigger than 12 x 6 inches.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>The only exception to that “clear bag” rule is for clutches — meaning you can bring a clutch with a shoulder or a wrist strap that’s not transparent, but has to be smaller than 4.5 x 6.5 inches. There is no bag check service.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11956137\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1779px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11956137\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy.jpg\" alt=\"An illustration of the different types of bags approved for entry into Levi's stadium.\" width=\"1779\" height=\"1096\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy.jpg 1779w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-800x493.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-1020x628.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-160x99.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/Levis-Bag-Policy-1536x946.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1779px) 100vw, 1779px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">Levi’s Stadium’s list of approved bags for entry. \u003ccite>(levisstadium.com)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003cp>Here are some more \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/LevisStadium/status/1684715797527371776?s=20\">things you cannot bring to Levi’s stadium\u003c/a>:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Cans, glass bottles, thermoses, non-transparent water bottles that are not plastic and not sealed.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\">Signs over 11 x 17 inches.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\">Banners and poles.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli data-stringify-indent=\"0\" data-stringify-border=\"0\">“Professional” cameras, video, and audio recording equipment (lights and tripods are also not allowed).\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Glow sticks.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Selfie sticks.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Backpacks.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>What else can you bring to Levi’s Stadium? These items include:\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cli>Sealed plastic water bottles and reusable transparent water bottles.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Blankets.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Seat cushions.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Diaper bags (if you’re accompanying a child).\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Binoculars.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003cp>As for phone chargers, if you remember Levi’s Stadium initially stating that battery packs with portable external phone chargers would not be permitted at the Taylor Swift Eras show, that decision was reversed the day of the first show. “We are allowing portable phone chargers as long as they are about the same size as a phone,” a spokesperson told KQED by email. “In other words, as long as it isn’t a massive battery pack for a computer or professional camera. Portable phone chargers with USB cables ARE allowed.” We’ll watch for confirmation that this indeed holds true for Beyoncé’s show.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Levi’s Stadium says that\u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/stadium-az-guide/\"> phone charging stations are also available at all Guest Service Stations\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>How do I know if I’ve got a good seat?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>If you are anxious about anything obscuring your sight of the stage or how you want to get to your seat fast, you can \u003ca href=\"http://levisstadium.io-media.com/web/index.html\">check out the view from your seat using Levi’s Stadium’s Virtual Venue map\u003c/a>. \u003ca href=\"https://seatgeek.com/venues/levi-s-stadium/seating-chart/views\">Seatgeek\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"https://aviewfrommyseat.com/venue/Levi%27s+Stadium/seating/concert/\">A View From My Seat\u003c/a> also are good resources for this.\u003c/p>\n\u003cfigure id=\"attachment_11956144\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\" style=\"max-width: 1900px\">\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11956144\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map.jpg\" alt=\"An aerial phot of a huge stadium, overlaid with graphics illustrating different seating.\" width=\"1900\" height=\"1237\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map.jpg 1900w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-800x521.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-1020x664.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-160x104.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/levis-stadium-map-1536x1000.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1900px) 100vw, 1900px\">\u003cfigcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">You can look at where your seat is on the Levi’s Stadium site. \u003ccite>(levistadium.com)\u003c/cite>\u003c/figcaption>\u003c/figure>\n\u003ch2>What should I know about accessibility at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Levi’s Stadium has an \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/guest-services/ada-services/\">online guide to their accessible services\u003c/a>, which includes information about accessible seating and companion seats, bathroom services, elevator facilities and how to request access to closed captioning.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Levi’s says that any wheelchair services should be requested in advance when applicable by emailing mobilityservices@levisstadium.com or calling (408) 579-4610 with your requests.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Keep reading for information about \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/plan-your-visit/ada-parking/\">accessible parking and drop-off at Levi’s Stadium\u003c/a>. The headline: Red Lot 1 is the place to park but is on a first-come first-serve basis.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"levisstadiumparking\">\u003c/a>What should I know about parking at and near Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>At the time of publication, \u003ca href=\"https://www.ticketmaster.com/beyonce-parking-santa-clara-california-08-30-2023/event/1C005E23A8F2343F\">you can still buy parking tickets at Levi’s Stadium officially\u003c/a>, for around $50. (At this stage pre-show, all official parking for Levi’s Stadium’s last huge show — Taylor Swift’s two-night Eras tour — was already sold out, so you may consider acting fast.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/plan-your-visit/ada-parking/\">Accessible parking information can be found on the Levi’s Stadium site.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You can check \u003ca href=\"https://www.parkwhiz.com/levi-s-stadium-parking/?daily=1\">independent services like ParkWhiz\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"https://spothero.com/\">SpotHero\u003c/a> for non-stadium parking spots nearby, although these will likely still be a long walk — almost a mile — to the stadium. If you’re doing this, be sure to map the route using a tool like Google Maps, to make sure you know how long you have to walk and the shortest route to do so. \u003ca href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/14zra5p/going_to_shows_at_levis_stadium_what_do_you_wish/\">Some of your walk will be on a gravel path\u003c/a>, which can be hard on the feet. \u003ca href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/14zra5p/going_to_shows_at_levis_stadium_what_do_you_wish/\">Reddit users advised that there may be pedicabs\u003c/a> around to take you to the stadium.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>What about using rideshare services like Uber or Lyft to get to or from Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>We should note that \u003ca href=\"https://www.reddit.com/r/bayarea/comments/14zra5p/going_to_shows_at_levis_stadium_what_do_you_wish/\">Reddit users actually recommended against using rideshares\u003c/a>, saying that the wait time for one is long and expensive. However, if you are planning on getting an Uber or Lyft, you should be dropped off for the show “curbside on Great America Parkway, between Tasman Drive and Old Glory Lane,” according to the Levi’s Stadium website.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>And if you are taking a rideshare out of the stadium after the show ends, exit Gates A, B or F to get picked up at Red Lot 7. (Due to surge pricing, it will likely be expensive to get an Uber out the stadium.)\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>I’m dropping off and picking up somebody. Where should I go?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Levi’s Stadium has \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/plan-your-visit/parking/\">pickup and drop-off locations on their site for different types of vehicles. \u003c/a>For Taylor Swift’s recent Eras Tour at the same venue, officials at Levi’s Stadium provided \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/event/taylor-swift-the-eras-tour-july-28-2023/#parent\">a Special Parent Pick-Up zone,\u003c/a> located on Great America Parkway by Tasman Drive and Old Glory Lane for drop-off and then on Patrick Henry Drive for pickup. We’ll update this guide when more details are released for the Renaissance Tour.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/plan-your-visit/ada-parking/\">Accessible drop-off, with wheelchair assistance available\u003c/a>, is at Patrick Henry Drive and Great America Parkway. Accessible pick-up is at Red Lot 7. Guests can head to Gate C’s mobility services to get transportation to Red Lot 7\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"levisstadiumbart\">\u003c/a>How to take public transit to the Beyoncé concert\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Public transit schedules can always be subject to change. Check the timings for your route on the day of the show itself, and be sure of your very last service home.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) light rail and bus\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>KQED staffers highly recommend taking the VTA light rail to the venue itself. And if you’re taking a connecting transit service to VTA, keep reading for details of timings and additional services.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-11956139\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/VTA-map.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1900\" height=\"1469\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/VTA-map.jpg 1900w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/VTA-map-800x619.jpg 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/VTA-map-1020x789.jpg 1020w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/VTA-map-160x124.jpg 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/07/VTA-map-1536x1188.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1900px) 100vw, 1900px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There is a VTA stop on the North side of the stadium, called the Great America Station. \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/getting-here/public-transportation/\">Routers are “scheduled daily to and from Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Milpitas, San José, Santa Clara, and Campbell.”\u003c/a> \u003ca href=\"https://www.vta.org/go/events/levis-stadium\">See the VTA schedule.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.vta.org/trip-planner\">You can schedule this journey out on the VTA’s site\u003c/a> by toggling to the “Trip Planner” tab.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>According to the VTA, there will be 30% more passenger capacity for the night. The release said that the VTA, BART and Caltrain will be in communication to prevent fans from being stranded.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Extra service to the stadium will begin at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 30, 2023, throughout the light rail system. Extra bus service will be on standby to supplement light rail if needed. After the concert, VTA will run light rail trains continuously until all passengers are cleared from the Great America light rail station,” the release reads.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Passengers connecting to BART should take the VTA Orange Line to the Milpitas Transit Center no later than 11:15 p.m. to make their connection to BART’s last regular service leaving at 11:51 p.m. In addition, BART will run two limited stop trains from Milpitas at 12:30 a.m. and will serve only the following East Bay stations: Bay Fair, MacArthur, Pleasant Hill, and El Cerrito del Norte.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For the \u003ca href=\"https://www.kqed.org/news/11956083/taylor-swift-levis-stadium-eras-santa-clara-tickets\">Taylor Swift Eras tour last month\u003c/a>, VTA’s spokesperson recommended people driving to the Milpitas Transit Center to pay for \u003ca href=\"https://vta.t2hosted.com/Account/Portal\">parking permits online\u003c/a> or by \u003ca href=\"https://apps.apple.com/us/app/passport-parking/id501324867\">using the app\u003c/a>. \u003ca href=\"https://www.vta.org/projects/bart-sv/phase-i/parking\">Get more information on parking at Silicon Valley BART stations\u003c/a>. The Clipper mobile app is also useful for easier VTA light rail payment.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/getting-here/public-transportation/\">The VTA offers accessible cart or wheelchair services\u003c/a> from the Great America station to the Stadium’s west gate. To book these services ahead of time, call (408) 579-4610.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The VTA bus reaches the greater San José area, Mountain View, Cupertino and Sunnyvale (\u003ca href=\"https://www.vta.org/go/routes\">see the VTA bus schedule\u003c/a>). The buses will drop you off at either the intersection of Tasman Drive and Great America Parkway or the intersection of Tasman Drive and Calle Del Sol. Please note that accessible cart services are not available for the latter.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>BART\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For the Taylor Swift Eras Tour, \u003ca href=\"https://www.bart.gov/\">BART’s website\u003c/a> advised fans to transfer from BART at Milpitas Station to VTA’s Orange Line and ride to VTA’s Great America Station, located on the north side of Levi’s Stadium.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There will be special services after midnight for the concert, according to BART’s spokesperson. You can \u003ca href=\"https://www.bart.gov/news/articles/2023/news20230822\">view BART’s guide to transportation for the Renaissance concert on its website\u003c/a>. Be sure to view what times the trains leave Levi’s Stadium the day of the concert.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-11959383\" src=\"https://ww2.kqed.org/app/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/BeyonceEvent-Rider-Guide-2023_Getting-To_0-800x800.png\" alt=\"BART map for the Beyoncé concert\" width=\"800\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/BeyonceEvent-Rider-Guide-2023_Getting-To_0-800x800.png 800w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/BeyonceEvent-Rider-Guide-2023_Getting-To_0-160x160.png 160w, https://cdn.kqed.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2023/08/BeyonceEvent-Rider-Guide-2023_Getting-To_0.png 1020w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Caltrain\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You can also take Caltrain to the show, but will need to connect with the VTA light rail. \u003ca href=\"https://www.caltrain.com/location/levis-stadium\">You can get a double Caltrain pass here.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>According to the VTA’s email, “Caltrain connections in Mountain View will run up to 75 minutes after the concert ends.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Capitol Corridor train\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.capitolcorridor.org/blogs/get_on_board/take-the-capitol-corridor-to-see-beyonce-at-levis-stadium-on-8-30/\">Capitol Corridor is offering special hours for the Beyoncé show\u003c/a>. The Westbound Train 543 will arrive at Levi’s Stadium at 5:05 p.m. Eastbound Train 550 will depart the station at 11:59 p.m.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Ticketed passengers should give themselves at least 15 minutes to get to the station after the concert,” the release reads. “For the return trip, please make your way close to the exit doors prior to the arrival at the next station. Trains do not remain in the station for long, so you will need to be ready to offboard upon arrival at your destination.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you are a regular user of the train, Capitol Corridor’s news release advises people to\u003ca href=\"https://www.capitolcorridor.org/blogs/get_on_board/train-service-adjustments-for-beyonce-concert-8-30-23/\"> take an early train to avoid crowds on Trains 541 and 543\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Train 548 is CANCELLED. Passengers are advised to take Train 546 or earlier trains if you have flexibility in your schedule,” the release reads.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>ACE train\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You can \u003ca href=\"https://acerail.com/schedules/\">use the ACE train to travel to Santa Clara\u003c/a> from Stockton, Lathrop/Manteca, Tracy, Vasco, Livermore, Pleasanton and Fremont.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Biking\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Not quite public transportation, but there are also \u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/volunteer-for-bike-parking-taylor-swift-concert-at-levis-stadium-2-days-tickets-532608084117?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">bike valets from the Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition\u003c/a> (\u003ca href=\"https://www.eventbrite.com/e/volunteer-for-bike-parking-taylor-swift-concert-at-levis-stadium-2-days-tickets-532608084117?aff=ebdssbdestsearch\">who are looking for volunteers\u003c/a>). However, as one Reddit user informed us, \u003ca href=\"https://www.santaclaraca.gov/our-city/departments-g-z/public-works/engineering/traffic-engineering/bicyclist-and-pedestrian-detour-on-event-days\">the bike trail is often closed during busy events like game days\u003c/a> so don’t assume you’ll be able to use this trail to reach Levi’s Stadium on the nights of the shows.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Bike parking opens at 3 p.m. and is located at Dignity Health Gate.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Private shuttle\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You could consider looking into a private ride or shuttle to and from Levi’s Stadium, especially if there’s a large group of you going.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.mride.com/event\">Private M Ride round-trip shuttles\u003c/a> are offered to Levi’s Stadium from Westwood, a venue in San Francisco.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>Prepare for a super-crowded stadium experience\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://wjla.com/news/local/beyonce-fans-renaissance-tour-describe-chaos-danger-concert-severe-weather-lightning-leads-crowd-fedex-field-washington-commanders-shelter-in-place-safety-heat-exhaustion\">Beyoncé’s Renaissance show at FedEx Field in Maryland saw large crowds pushed together\u003c/a> when \u003ca href=\"https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2023/08/06/beyonce-concert-storm-delay/\">fans were asked to shelter in place after lightning was reported in the area\u003c/a>, with ABC7 News reporting that \u003ca href=\"https://wjla.com/news/local/beyonce-fans-renaissance-tour-describe-chaos-danger-concert-severe-weather-lightning-leads-crowd-fedex-field-washington-commanders-shelter-in-place-safety-heat-exhaustion\">some fans had to be treated for heat exhaustion\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There’s no shame in getting a little antsy in big crowds like this — in a packed stadium, it’s normal to feel a little overwhelmed. \u003ca href=\"https://www.npr.org/2021/11/09/1053828800/south-korea-seoul-halloween-crowd-safety-tips\">Read NPR’s full guide on what to do if you find yourself caught in a crowd crush.\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>According to Mehdi Moussaïd, a research scientist in Berlin who studies crowd behavior, \u003ca href=\"https://www.npr.org/2021/11/09/1053828800/south-korea-seoul-halloween-crowd-safety-tips\">rely on your instincts and senses if you feel like the crowd is getting too dense\u003c/a>. If you get stuck in a crush, move with the crowd and put your arms out in front of your chest and hold them there.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“In this position, you would have some space, just a little bit, to push for half a centimeter or just 1 centimeter — enough for you to keep breathing,” Moussaïd told NPR in 2022. “It’s not going to be comfortable. You’re going to be feeling really bad, but at least you’ll survive.”\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>What to know about using the bathroom at the Beyoncé show\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>You can \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/stadium-az-guide/\">find all of the bathroom locations at Levi’s Stadium here\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Try to head to the bathroom before the show, but one KQED staffer recommended that you also sift through the playlist and see if there is a song you may be comfortable ducking out of to run to the restroom.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"beyoncesantaclaratickets\">\u003c/a>Can I still get a ticket for Beyoncé at Levi’s Stadium?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.ticketmaster.com/beyonce-renaissance-world-tour-santa-clara-california-08-30-2023/event/1C005E3AD45076FE?CAMEFROM=CFC_49ERS_WEB_LS_EVENTPAGE\">Tickets for Beyoncé’s Santa Clara Renaissance show are still being offered on Ticketmaster\u003c/a>, which is the most official way to secure your seat at the Beyoncé show. You can also \u003ca href=\"https://www.stubhub.com/beyonce-santa-clara-tickets-8-30-2023/event/151441642/?quantity=2\">find Renaissance resales on sites like StubHub\u003c/a>. You can also look for better deals and seats on Facebook marketplace resales and Eventbrite.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Walk-up tickets may also be available at the Visa Box Office.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://abc7news.com/taylor-swift-scams-concert-tickets-better-business-bureau/13474055/\">The Better Businesses Bureau (BBB) issued a warning about resale scams\u003c/a> during Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, with many people discovering after sending the money through apps like Venmo or Zelle that these “tickets” never existed. Check out the person’s profile and their past posting history to see if it seems real. And \u003ca href=\"https://www.bbb.org/article/scams/28902-bbb-scam-alert-spot-the-scam-before-paying-big-bucks-for-taylor-swift-tickets\">if you do choose to buy a resale, use your credit card,\u003c/a> says the BBB. This at least provides some protection for you if the deal was fake.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If you are getting a resale from a friend, make sure you call your friend directly — to make sure someone isn’t impersonating them online.\u003c/p>\n\u003ch2>\u003ca id=\"levisstadiumtailgate\">\u003c/a>Can I tailgate at Levi’s Stadium if I didn’t get tickets?\u003c/h2>\n\u003cp>Levi’s is an open stadium, and many on social media report that the noise leaks out if you’re nearby. But a Levi’s Stadium spokesperson wrote to KQED in an email that tailgating is not permitted (as per its policy on all concerts.)\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Tasman Drive “will be closed starting at 9:30am on 8/30. This is the same policy we use for any weekday event at the stadium,” the spokesperson wrote.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The question of tailgating caused some back-and-forth during the Taylor Swift concert last month. \u003ca href=\"https://www.levisstadium.com/stadium-az-guide/\">Levi’s Stadium usually allows tailgating for football games for ticketed fans\u003c/a>, as long as the party is wrapped up by kick-off. But Levi’s — in an email to KQED as well as \u003ca href=\"https://web.archive.org/web/20230726203720/https://www.levisstadium.com/event/taylor-swift-the-eras-tour-july-28-2023/\">a notice addressing tailgating on its website on July 26\u003c/a> — heavily discouraged fans \u003ca href=\"https://www.washingtonpost.com/music/2023/05/15/taylor-swift-eras-tour-parking-lot/\">without tickets from showing up during the Eras tour\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A spokesperson told KQED in an email, “Tailgating is prohibited for the Taylor Swift concerts and there will be no designated viewing areas outside of Levi’s Stadium. 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