Weezer’s 1994 self-titled album, affectionately known as the Blue Album among fans, is one of the most influential LPs of its time. Produced by The Cars' frontman Ric Ocasek, it marked a bold debut by the Los Angeles band who wore its geek rock influences, pop-punk appeal and emotional lyrics on its sleeve.
Now, as the album enjoys a 30th anniversary, the band is taking to the road to perform the monumental record in its entirety, plus career-spanning hits.
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Weezer’s Voyage To A Blue Planet tour comes to San Francisco on Wednesday, Oct. 9, and before the Chase Center stage lights up with hard-hitting nostalgia, we’re arming with you all the need-to-know details below.
First of all, whether you’re using rideshare to get to the venue or driving yourself, we highly recommend buffering your travel time with an extra half hour or so to account for heightened traffic in the area. Then go ahead and add another 15 minutes to handle your parking your own car.
The Chase Center offers space to pre-paid parking pass holders at two distinct garages: the Mercedes-Benz Garage, accessible from 390 16th St. and 99 Warriors Way; and the Warriors Way Garage, accessible at 150 Warriors Way. Both garages are set to open at 5 p.m. the day of the concerts, and both garages close at midnight. You can learn even more about how to reach these garages at chasecenter.com/parking.
If you didn’t nab a limited parking pass in time, there are third-party operated garages recommended by the Chase Center at 1800 Owens St., and the corner of 19th Street and Illinois Street. When there are no events at Oracle Park, the Chase Center also recommends parking at Lot A at 74 Mission Rock St.
Yes, we’re sure you have the cutest purse picked out for this highly-fashionable show, but if your bag is any larger than 14” long and 6” wide, it’s going to have to be checked at the bag valet on Terry A Francois Blvd for a $10 fee. Backpacks are never allowed, although smaller fashion backpacks and diaper bags that look like backpacks can get a pass if they meet the 14” x 6” requirement. All bags will be searched and screened.
First of all, get your tickets for Wednesday here. Now that that’s out of the way:
Printed tickets are a thing of the past at the Chase Center, because the venue has gone completely contactless—at least for entry. Make sure your mobile ticket is ready to be scanned once you get to security, either on your TicketMaster app or the Warriors + Chase Center Mobile App.
It’s always a good idea to download and access your ticket page before leaving the house, in case of a lowered cell signal due to crowds or lack of on-site WiFi. However, please be advised that screenshots of digital tickets don’t always work. Be sure to read the fine print of your mobile ticket.
Weezer is not playing around, and the iconic band has an equally iconic lineup of opening acts. Massachusetts rockers Dinosaur, Jr. get things started, playing their '90s alt-rock favorites "Feel the Pain," "Start Choppin'," and more. Then, the legendary Flaming Lips take the stage to add a hint of psychedelia to the rock carnival.
Doors open at 9 p.m. and the music begins promptly at 10 p.m., so be sure you’re in your seats and ready to rock.
Straying from the typical album playthrough concert playbook, Weezer starts the set with hits from throughout its catalog before making a pitstop in the "Pinkerton Asteroid Belt." The show, having properly made a voyage, lands in the second half at the Blue Planet, playing the self-titled album tracks from beginning to end. This is a real cinematic adventure, so do enjoy!
Chase Center, 1 Warriors Way / 888-479-4667
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