Blake Shelton's Phoenix concert: Everything to know before you go to Desert Diamond arena
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Blake Shelton is bringing his Back to the Honky Tonk Tour to Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale, Arizona, on Saturday, March 23.
Shelton will be bringing out the barstools and the big hits in his first metro Phoenix performance since Boots in the Park hit Tempe in September 2023.
In 2022, he headlined Country Thunder Arizona, where he was joined onstage by Gwen Stefani.
The Minneapolis Star Tribune responded to an early date on Shelton’s tour with “This throwback-themed concert tour … served as a reminder that the fun, wisecracking-but-tender coach we see on television is the same fella country music audiences still love seeing onstage.”
Here’s everything to know about Blake Shelton's metro Phoenix concert, including tickets and the Desert Diamond clear bag policy.
Where is the Blake Shelton concert in Phoenix?
Desert Diamond Arena is at 9400 W. Maryland Ave. in Glendale, Arizona, just east of Exit 6 on the Loop 101.
How much are Blake Shelton tickets?
Blake Shelton tickets are available starting at $49 at ticketmaster.com..
What time should I arrive for the Blake Shelton concert?
The concert starts at 7 p.m. Door times vary but generally open one hour prior to show time.
Who is opening for Blake Shelton?
Shelton will be joined by Dustin Lynch and Emily Ann Roberts, a rising country star fans may recognize from tuning in to see what Gwen Stefani’s man is up to in his starring role on NBC’s “The Voice.”
Desert Diamond Arena bag policy
Approved bags include crossbodies, clutches, wristlets and wallets no larger than 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches. They do not have to be clear.
Prohibited bags include but are not limited to the following, even if the bag is clear:
Backpacks.
Purses that exceed the description above.
Laptop bags.
Camera bags.
Guests who require ADA or medical accommodations should contact Desert Diamond Arena Guest Services in advance of the concert.
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Can I take water into Desert Diamond Arena?
Guests can bring one factory-sealed water bottle under 17 ounces.
Guests with dietary needs due to medical conditions or religious requirements can email Guest Services to discuss options.
What can I expect at security?
All guests will be searched and have their belongings scanned. Desert Diamond Arena may confiscate items that could cause danger or disruption or are in breach of building policies.
Guests are subject to a metal-detector screening, visual inspection and bag inspection. To increase the efficiency of the process:
Arrive early.
Travel light and minimize the number of personal items.
Be ready for inspection before reaching the security screening by removing cellphones, keys, cameras and other personal items from your clothing.
Guests may be subject to a secondary hand wand screening and/or visual inspection. Any guest who declines to be searched may be denied entry.
No weapons are allowed at Desert Diamond Arena
Guns and other weapons are prohibited at Desert Diamond Arena. The arena does not provide lockers and will not check weapons at Guest Services.
Weapons include, but are not limited to firearms (pursuant to A.R.S § 4-229), explosives, stun guns, handcuffs, brass knuckles, sticks, clubs, batons, martial arts instruments, pepper spray, tear gas, knives, etc.
Guests with such an item will be asked to remove it from the arena or dispose of it. Guests who refuse to comply will be ejected and may be subject to arrest.
Desert Diamond Arena dress code
Guests are required to wear a shirt, pants/shorts and shoes at all times.
Can I bring my pet to Desert Diamond Arena?
Pets of any kind are prohibited in Desert Diamond Arena. Trained service animals and service animals in training are welcome and must be under control of the handler.
Service animals will rest in the seating area of the guest with a disability and not in the aisle. A guest whose service animal poses a threat to the safety of other guests or employees may be asked to escort the animal off the property.
What is prohibited at Desert Diamond Arena?
The following items are prohibited:
Any object that can be used to inflict bodily injury or disrupt the event, chemical dispensing devices, noise-making devices, two-way radios.
Any item that may be deemed potentially harmful.
Cardboard poster tubes.
Backpacks, purses, laptop bags, camera bags, seat cushions and fanny packs.
Outside food, beverage, liquid containers, alcohol, cans, bottles, flasks (hydroflasks, metal, etc.) or coolers. Guests are allowed to bring a factory-sealed water bottle under 17 ounces.
Laptops, any type of personal computers and tablets.
Laser pointers, flashlights, handcuffs, fireworks.
Professional photography equipment, detachable/interchangeable lenses, audio/video recording devices, tripods, monopods (selfie sticks), tablets, laptops, computers, promotional materials.
Signs and posters must be under 2 feet by 3 feet, may not be attached to a pole or stick, and bear no message that may be construed as offensive. Messaging must be event specific. The use of flags or placards as a means of advertising is strictly prohibited.
Strollers, skateboards, skates, stickers, balloons, markers.
Pamphlets or product samples.
Drugs or illegal substances.
Cigarettes (including vapes and e-cigarettes). Desert Diamond Arena is a non-smoking facility.
Desert Diamond Arena reentry policy
Reentry is prohibited at all Desert Diamond Arena events.
Is Desert Diamond Arena cashless?
Desert Diamond Arena is cashless. Cash is not accepted in the arena or for parking.
Where is Desert Diamond Arena lost and found?
Lost items may be claimed at the Guest Services Center across from Section 115 during an event. During non-event hours, items can be claimed at Gate 3 security or by calling 623-772-3475. Items will be retained for two weeks. After that, they may be donated to charity.
Desert Diamond Arena parking
Desert Diamond Arena parking locations open one hour prior to the door time. Parking is available in lots G, J, L, Yellow, Garage, South VIP, East VIP or West VIP.
Parking costs $10-$100 depending on location.
Prepaid parking provides expedited entry and exit, close proximity to the arena and guaranteed parking until 30 minutes after the event start time.
Prepaid parking can be purchased through Ticketmaster.com or AXS.com up to one hour prior to the event start.
Guests with prepaid parking should follow the directions to the specific parking lot. Guests without prepaid parking can pay with credit cards only. Cash is not accepted.
Prepaid parking passes are for one regular 12-foot by 18-foot parking space. Oversized vehicles must pay for as many spaces as the vehicle will occupy.
Desert Diamond Arena does not permit overnight parking.
Blake Shelton setlist 2024
Here's what Blake Shelton played at a recent concert in Portland, Oregon:
“Come Back as a Country Boy”
“A Guy With a Girl”
“Every Time I Hear That Song”
“Doin' What She Likes”
“Neon Light”
“Sangria”
“Gonna”
“I'll Name the Dogs”
“Mine Would Be You”
“Nobody But You”
“Happy Anywhere”
“Drink on It”
“Some Beach”
“Who Are You When I'm Not Looking”
“The More I Drink”
“Home”
“Ol' Red”
“Austin”
“Hell Right”
“Sure Be Cool If You Did”
“Honey Bee”
“Hillbilly Bone”
“Boys 'Round Here”
“God's Country”
Encore:
“God Gave Me You”
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