Lionel Richie & Earth, Wind & Fire at UBS Arena: Tickets, Seats & LIRR Guide
Sing a Song All Night Long comes to Elmont for one night. Here’s everything you need to decide, get there, and get home.
This is a single-night UBS Arena stop. Ticket inventory, parking, train timing, bag rules, and venue alerts can change quickly. Verify your ticket, route, and UBS Arena event details before leaving.
Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire bring Sing a Song All Night Long to UBS Arena on Tuesday, July 14. This is a co-headline night of legacy hits — not a stop with a second local date to catch later, so if you’re deciding, this page is built to get you to a decision fast: tickets, showtime, seating strategy, LIRR, parking, bag policy, dinner, and how to make the Elmont night easy.
Lionel Richie & Earth, Wind & Fire UBS Arena Date and Showtime
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at UBS Arena in Elmont / Belmont Park, New York — event time 7:30 PM. This is a one-night UBS Arena stop, not a multi-night run, which is exactly what makes this page urgent: there’s no second local UBS date to fall back on if this one sells out or you wait too long to plan.
Are Lionel Richie & Earth, Wind & Fire UBS Arena Tickets Still Available?
Check official tickets first — UBS Arena’s own site or Ticketmaster. Availability can change quickly this close to a single-night show. Compare lower bowl, floor, and club options instead of grabbing the first cheap seat you see; for a legacy-hit concert like this one, sightline and comfort matter more than being blindly closest to the stage. If official inventory is limited, verified resale is the next step — just confirm the mobile ticket transfer actually goes through before you leave the house.
Compare sections by view, comfort, and exit plan — not just by the lowest price. There won’t be a second UBS date to fall back on.
Who Is Performing at UBS Arena?
This is Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire together, co-headlining the Sing a Song All Night Long tour — not Earth, Wind & Fire billed as a minor opener. Both acts get real stage time built around decades of catalog hits. Exact performance order and set times can vary by city and should be checked close to the event if that detail matters to your plans.
What Time Should You Arrive at UBS Arena?
LIRR riders: build in time for the walk or shuttle from Elmont-UBS Arena Station. Drivers: parking and Cross Island Parkway access can take longer than expected on a weeknight with real demand. Rideshare: arrival works fine; post-show pickup is usually the harder part.
Best Seats for Lionel Richie & Earth, Wind & Fire at UBS Arena
The most reliable overall choice for this kind of show — strong sightlines without floor-level standing.
Great for proximity and energy, but expect standing and possible sightline issues if you’re farther back.
Worth it for easier concourse access and a smoother adult night out.
A real option — just avoid extreme side angles unless the price is meaningfully better.
For older guests or groups, factor in comfort, stairs, aisle access, and exit timing — not just the view.
Floor vs. Lower Bowl vs. Club vs. Upper Level
Best for: energy and being close.
Risk: standing, less comfortable, sightline issues farther back.
Best for: most fans — the strongest overall balance.
Risk: higher prices in prime sections.
Best for: comfort and a smoother night.
Risk: price.
Best for: budget.
Risk: distance, steeper view.
See the UBS Arena seating guide and the UBS Arena venue guide for the full section-by-section breakdown.
What Songs Might They Play?
No official UBS setlist exists yet for either artist — treat the following as reasonable expectations, not guarantees.
Lionel Richie
Expect catalog staples like “All Night Long,” “Hello,” “Dancing on the Ceiling,” “Say You, Say Me,” “Truly,” “Endless Love,” and “Stuck on You,” possibly alongside Commodores classics like “Easy” or “Brick House.”
Earth, Wind & Fire
Expect hits like “September,” “Shining Star,” “Let’s Groove,” “Boogie Wonderland,” “Sing a Song,” “Fantasy,” “Reasons,” and “After the Love Has Gone.”
Exact setlists vary by city. This page will be updated after the show with any confirmed UBS-specific setlist notes.
Taking the LIRR to UBS Arena
UBS Arena recommends the LIRR, and Elmont-UBS Arena Station is the key stop. Direct service from Grand Central Madison and Penn Station runs about 30 minutes. The station is a 10-15 minute walk to the arena, or you can take the free shuttle. Check schedules before you leave, and activate your train tickets before leaving the arena — connectivity can be harder to rely on in the post-show crowd.
It’s manageable from Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and Long Island, but it works best when you plan the train, the walk or shuttle, and the return trip before the show — not on the fly afterward.
Full NYC transportation planning guide →
Parking at UBS Arena
Buy parking ahead if you’re driving. UBS parking areas are accessed from the Cross Island Parkway, and available lots vary by event. General paid parking may be available in Emerald Parking, but don’t assume the closest lots will be open — check before you go. Post-show exit traffic takes time, so build patience into your plan, and confirm the correct Cross Island Parkway exit for your specific lot before you leave home.
Worth noting: this show may draw an older, car-friendly crowd from Long Island, Queens, and Nassau County, so real parking demand is likely even without the internet buzz of a pop arena date.
Rideshare and Drop-Off
Rideshare works well for arrival. After the show, pickup tends to be slower and pricier — agree on a meeting point with your group before the concert starts, keep your phone charged, and follow UBS Arena’s designated pickup zones and signage.
UBS Arena Bag Policy and What to Bring
Bags no larger than 12″ x 12″ x 6″ — backpacks are prohibited. Medical and baby bags are permitted after screening. Travel light: bring your mobile ticket, ID, payment card, and a phone charger if you need one. Skip oversized bags, backpacks, laptops, outside food or drink, and anything else the venue prohibits.
Where to Eat Before the Show
UBS Arena isn’t the Theater District — don’t assume you can wing a full sit-down dinner right next to the venue at the last second. Eat earlier near wherever you’re coming from, or plan around UBS Arena’s own dining options if that fits your timeline. Long Island and Queens visitors may prefer dinner before driving or catching the train; Manhattan visitors should eat early before heading to the LIRR. For a date night specifically, leave more buffer than you think you need.
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Is This a Good Date Night?
Yes — a genuinely strong date night for classic soul, pop, R&B, and nostalgia fans.
- Couples and anniversaries
- Parents and older guests
- Fans who want hits all night
- Friend groups and Long Island/Queens night-outs
- Parking and post-show exit traffic
- Bag rules — no backpacks
- Stairs and walking distance
- Train timing on the return trip
Concert date night NYC guide →
Is This Good for Families or Older Guests?
Yes, with a bit of planning. Choose lower bowl, club, aisle, or accessible seating if mobility matters. Avoid unnecessary walking, arrive early, and confirm the bag policy ahead of time. Plan the return trip in advance rather than relying on last-minute rideshare if anyone in your group needs an easier exit.
Last-Minute Game Plan for July 14
- 1Confirm the show is still scheduled.
- 2Check official ticket inventory and verified resale.
- 3Choose seats by view and comfort, not just price.
- 4Decide LIRR vs. parking before you leave.
- 5Buy parking in advance if driving.
- 6Check LIRR schedules if taking the train.
- 7Travel light — backpacks are prohibited.
- 8Arrive by 5:45-6:45 PM.
- 9Eat before arriving or plan around arena dining.
- 10Keep your phone charged for tickets, train, rideshare, and group coordination.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 7:30 PM.
Event time is 7:30 PM.
Yes — a co-headline night on the Sing a Song All Night Long tour.
Check official ticketing first; availability changes quickly this close to a single-night stop.
Lower bowl side sections are the safest overall pick. Club level adds comfort; upper level near center works for budget.
It offers energy and proximity but means standing and possible sightline issues. Lower bowl is the steadier choice.
Yes — UBS Arena recommends it. Direct service from Grand Central Madison and Penn Station runs about 30 minutes.
About a 10-15 minute walk, or a free shuttle is available.
Yes. Parking areas are accessed from the Cross Island Parkway; availability varies by event.
Yes — don’t assume the closest lots will be available.
Good for arrival. Post-show pickup is typically slower and pricier.
Bags no larger than 12x12x6 inches. Backpacks are prohibited; medical and baby bags are permitted after screening.
No, backpacks are prohibited under the current policy.
No official setlist exists yet. Expect hits like “All Night Long,” “Hello,” “Say You, Say Me,” and “Endless Love.”
Expect catalog staples like “September,” “Shining Star,” “Boogie Wonderland,” and “Fantasy.”
Yes — a strong pick for couples, anniversaries, and classic soul and R&B fans.
Yes, with planning — prioritize lower bowl or club seating and arrive early.
Eat earlier near wherever you’re coming from rather than assuming a last-minute dinner near the arena.
5:45-6:45 PM is the sweet spot for a 7:30 PM show.
Mobile ticket, ID, payment card, and a bag under 12x12x6 inches. No backpacks.
One Night at UBS — Make It Count
Pick your seats by view and comfort, decide LIRR vs. parking before you leave, travel light, and eat before you get to Elmont. That’s the whole plan for a night built entirely around catalog hits.
Check the UBS Arena venue guide for more, or browse every major NYC-area show this season.