AC/DC at MetLife Stadium: Tickets, Seats & Parking Guide
The Power Up Tour hits East Rutherford for one night, marking 50 years of AC/DC. Here’s how to pick seats, get there, and survive the Friday-night exit.
This is a Friday-night stadium show — plan for real traffic. Parking, train service, security lines, and post-show exit traffic can shape the whole experience. Sort the logistics before you buy or before you leave.
AC/DC bring the Power Up Tour to MetLife Stadium on Friday, September 25, marking 50 years since the band formed — with support from The Pretty Reckless. This is a single-night NYC-area stop, and it’s a Friday, which changes the traffic math compared to a weeknight show. This guide covers tickets, start time, doors, parking, seating strategy, train options, hotels, and how to make the East Rutherford night actually work.
AC/DC MetLife Stadium Date and Start Time
Friday, September 25, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Event start is 7:00 PM, doors open at 5:30 PM, and parking lots open at 2:00 PM. This is a single-night NYC-area stop on a tour marking AC/DC’s 50th anniversary — there’s no second local date, so it’s worth locking in tickets and a travel plan sooner rather than later, especially since it lands on a Friday.
Are AC/DC MetLife Stadium Tickets Still Available?
Tickets are on sale now. Check official ticketing first, then compare floor, lower bowl, club, and upper-level seats before buying — sound, view, walking distance, and your exit plan all matter more at a stadium show like this than a straight price comparison. If official inventory is limited, verified resale can work, but check the fees and confirm transfer timing before you commit. Have mobile tickets ready before you leave.
Compare sections by view, comfort, and your arrival/exit plan. Friday shows tend to move faster than weeknight dates once word gets around.
Who Is Opening for AC/DC at MetLife Stadium?
The Pretty Reckless is confirmed as support for the MetLife date. If you want the full night, arrive early enough to catch their set — times can shift, so treat exact stage times as unconfirmed until closer to the show.
What Time Should You Arrive for AC/DC at MetLife?
Driving: lots open at 2:00 PM — since this is a Friday, leave earlier than you think you need to. Train: NJ Transit event service can involve transfers; check the schedule closer to the date, and build in extra time given Friday commuter traffic will be layered on top of concert traffic. Rideshare: fine going in if you’re early; the exit is the hard part — agree on a meeting point with your group before the show starts.
Best Seats for AC/DC at MetLife Stadium
The safest overall balance of sound, view, and comfort for most fans.
The closest, loudest, most physical stadium-rock experience — but you’re standing all night.
Worth it for restrooms, concourse access, and a weather buffer.
Solid for the big-picture stadium view without the floor price tag.
Avoid extreme side or behind-stage angles unless the price is significantly better. For older fans, groups, or anyone who wants an easier night, lower bowl or club often beats the floor.
Floor vs. Lower Bowl vs. Club vs. Upper Level
Best for: energy, proximity, classic stadium-rock feel.
Risk: standing, crowd density, sightline issues, expensive.
Best for: most fans — the strongest overall balance.
Risk: premium pricing near center.
Best for: comfort, bathrooms, concourse access.
Risk: cost.
Best for: budget, full stadium view.
Risk: distance, less immersive stage feel.
See the MetLife Stadium seating guide for the full breakdown.
AC/DC MetLife Stadium Setlist: What Songs Might They Play?
No official MetLife setlist exists yet — treat this as a reasonable expectation, not a guarantee. Expect stadium staples like “Thunderstruck,” “Back in Black,” “Highway to Hell,” “You Shook Me All Night Long,” “Hells Bells,” “T.N.T.,” “Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap,” “Shoot to Thrill,” “For Those About to Rock,” “Whole Lotta Rosie,” and “Let There Be Rock,” alongside possible Power Up-era material. AC/DC’s live sets typically run around 105 minutes to two hours. Exact setlists can vary by date; this page will update after the show if a confirmed MetLife setlist becomes available.
AC/DC stadium shows are built around the songs most fans came to hear — but treat the exact MetLife setlist as unconfirmed until the show actually happens.
Parking at MetLife Stadium for AC/DC
Parking lots open at 2:00 PM. Buy parking in advance where possible rather than counting on a smooth walk-up. Since this is a Friday show, expect earlier and heavier traffic than a typical weeknight date — regular Friday rush hour stacks directly on top of event traffic. Don’t assume a late arrival will be easy, and post-show exit traffic can be slow regardless of when you show up, so build patience into the plan either way.
Taking the Train to MetLife Stadium
For New York visitors, the biggest mistake is treating MetLife like Madison Square Garden. It’s a stadium in East Rutherford, and the trip there and back is part of the event — especially on a Friday. Meadowlands event rail service can involve transfers — check NJ Transit’s event schedule close to the date. Transit avoids the parking headache, but it still requires planning. After the show, expect crowds, lines, and a slower return trip than the ride in.
Rideshare, Drop-Off, and Pickup
Rideshare works better for arrival than exit. After the show, expect long waits and surge pricing — follow the official pickup zones rather than requesting from the nearest exit crowd. Keep your phone charged, and agree on a post-show meeting location with your group before the concert starts.
Where to Stay for AC/DC at MetLife Stadium
The easiest post-show crash — minimal transit needed, but less nightlife and fewer classic NYC trip options.
Best if the concert is part of a bigger NYC trip — more restaurants, bars, and sightseeing, but more complicated stadium travel.
A solid middle ground — NJ access with city views, still requires a plan to and from MetLife.
Practical for car-based trips, NJ Transit access, airports, and budget.
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Where to Eat Before AC/DC at MetLife
The stadium area isn’t the Theater District. If you’re driving, tailgating may be the most natural pre-show plan. If you’re staying in NYC or NJ, eat before heading to the stadium rather than planning a tight sit-down dinner right before the show — post-show food options can be limited or crowded too. Since this is a Friday, restaurant reservations near your hotel matter more than usual if you want a real sit-down meal.
Is AC/DC at MetLife a Good Group Night?
Yes — a strong bucket-list and group show for classic rock fans. Good for friend groups, father/son or family music nights, and anyone who wants a loud, career-spanning stadium show from a band celebrating 50 years together. Watch out for Friday traffic, long walking distances, standing on the floor, pricey concessions, and post-show exit delays.
Is AC/DC at MetLife a Good Date Night?
Yes, but it’s a loud stadium-rock date, not a smooth dinner-and-show night. Good for couples who love rock, casual high-energy nights, and fans chasing a bucket-list show. Maybe not ideal if you want a quiet romantic dinner, hate crowds, want an easy Midtown-style evening, or need a fast exit.
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Weather and What to Wear
Late September in New Jersey can still run warm during the day but turns cool once the sun goes down — check the forecast the week of the show and bring a layer for later in the night. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for walking, standing, lines, and stairs. Bring only permitted items, and don’t assume the comfort of an indoor arena — this is an open-air stadium show regardless of weather.
Last-Minute Game Plan
- 1Check official tickets and verified resale.
- 2Choose seats by view and comfort, not just price.
- 3Buy parking early if driving — it’s a Friday.
- 4Check NJ Transit event service if taking the train.
- 5Decide your tailgate, dinner, or hotel plan.
- 6Leave earlier than you think you need to.
- 7Travel light and check the bag policy.
- 8Charge your phone.
- 9Have mobile tickets ready.
- 10Expect a slow exit — build patience into the plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Friday, September 25, 2026.
Event start is 7:00 PM.
Doors open at 5:30 PM.
Parking lots open at 2:00 PM.
The Pretty Reckless is confirmed as support for this date.
Tickets are on sale now. Check official ticketing first, then compare sections before buying.
Lower bowl side sections offer the safest overall balance. Floor delivers the closest, loudest experience.
Yes for fans who want the classic stadium-rock experience, but it means standing all night.
Driving works if you arrive early — lots open at 2:00 PM. It’s a Friday show, so traffic builds fast.
Yes — NJ Transit runs event rail service. Check the schedule close to the date.
It works better for arrival than the exit. Expect surge pricing and waits post-show.
Near-MetLife hotels simplify logistics. Manhattan works if the concert is part of a bigger NYC trip.
Tailgate if driving, or eat before you leave your hotel or home base — the stadium area has limited options.
Yes — a strong bucket-list and group show for classic rock fans.
Yes for couples who love rock — but it’s a loud stadium date, not a quiet dinner-and-show evening.
Expect classics like “Thunderstruck,” “Back in Black,” and “Highway to Hell.”
It’s one of their most consistently played songs and a reasonable expectation, though not guaranteed.
AC/DC’s live sets typically run around 105 minutes to two hours.
Comfortable shoes and layers — late September evenings can turn cool even if the day is warm.
5:00-5:30 PM for most fans. Drivers benefit from arriving as early as 2:00-3:30 PM given this is a Friday show.
MetLife Stadium is in East Rutherford, New Jersey — it’s the NYC-area stadium stop, but not physically in New York.
50 Years of AC/DC, One Night at MetLife
Pick your seats by view and comfort, decide train vs. driving before you leave, and give yourself extra time — it’s a Friday. That’s the whole plan for a legacy rock show worth doing right.
Check the MetLife Stadium venue guide for more, or browse every major NYC-area show this season.