Concert promoter Live Nation will require all artists, crew members and fans to show proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test in order to attend its events starting Oct. 4. The decision comes as COVID-19 cases rise across the country.
Locally Live Nation programs shows at The Ritz, Coastal Credit Union Music Park at Walnut Creek and Red Hat Amphitheater in Raleigh. The company had previously said it would allow artists performing at its venues to decide vaccination requirements for guests and staff.
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Bands including Maroon 5, Dead and Company and The Killers, announced that their shows would require proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 tests for all attendees.
Fellow concert promoter AEG, which does not program any venues in the Triangle area, has a similar policy going into effect on Oct. 1. The company will require proof of full vaccination for all concert-goers and staff at its events and venues. Before Oct. 1, AEG will accept proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test taken within 72 hours of the show date.
Local music venues have been announcing new policies regarding vaccinations and masks.
Last week, Motroco Music Hall in Durham started requiring vaccination proof for all attendees of scheduled shows. In addition, temperature checks will be done at the door and masks must be worn when guests are not eating or drinking.
In Raleigh, Ruby Deluxe is requiring guests to provide proof of vaccination for all events. Guests must also wear masks inside. The bar announced the policy change after a staff member tested positive for COVID-19.