Date: Wednesday September 27, 2023 and Thursday, September 28
Time: 6:30PM
Venue: Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego California

Coldplay, the Grammy-award-winning British pop rock band led by Chris Martin, is scheduled to perform two concerts in San Diego at Snapdragon Stadium. The first show in San Diego is scheduled for Wednesday September 27, 2023. The band will also perform again on the next night, Thursday September 28.

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Helpful tip for first-timers: Pay for parking in advance

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Coldplay Seating Chart at Snapdragon

Be sure to check the Snapdragon Seat Map to familiarize your seating options. The stage appears set to be at the South End, facing North.

Also scheduled to appear as opening acts: H.E.R. and 070 Shake. The concert has a scheduled starting time of 6:30pm. Entrance gates open at 4:30pm.

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Snapdragon Concert Guide

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Trolley to Snapdragon Stadium

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Who is Coldplay

Formed in London in 1996, Coldplay is an English rock band composed of Chris Martin, Guy Berryman, Jonny Buckland, and Will Champion. The group has released seven highly successful studio albums, garnering immense commercial success worldwide. Coldplay has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including seven Grammy Awards, nine Brit Awards, and an American Music Award. With over 150 million records sold, they are considered one of the best-selling bands in music history.

About the 2023 Coldplay Tour

The San Diego date is part of the Music of the Spheres World Tour. The Music of the Spheres World Tour is the eighth concert tour by Coldplay, announced in October 2021 to support their ninth studio album. The tour focuses on environmental sustainability, with efforts to reduce carbon emissions, use renewable resources, and promote eco-friendly practices. Coldplay partnered with various organizations and pledged to plant a tree for every ticket sold. The tour features pyrotechnics and confetti visuals adapted to reduce environmental impact, as well as the use of biodegradable wristbands and a mobile app to encourage eco-friendly travel options. The stage and special effects were designed to minimize energy consumption, noise, and waste. The tour received positive reviews and broke attendance records. It included multiple supporting acts, with H.E.R. being the most frequent opener. The concert is divided into four acts, each representing a different theme and stage of the journey.

Coldplay in San Diego

Coldplay last performed in San Diego in October 2017 at SDCCU Stadium. Coldplay delivered an impressive performance in San Diego, showcasing their status as a premier rock act. They opened the show with “A Head Full of Dreams” and followed it up with their breakthrough hit “Yellow” and the energetic “Every Teardrop Is a Waterfall.” The audience was treated to the emotional and melodic “The Scientist” and the captivating “Paradise,” which featured an impressive remix at the end. Another highlight was the crowd favorite “Clocks,” with its prominent piano melody. Coldplay also delivered a powerful rendition of “Fix You,” known for its emotional impact. The setlist included the infectious “Viva la Vida” and the crowd-pleasing “Adventure of a Lifetime.” They debuted a new song, “Life Is Beautiful,” written specifically for Mexico. Coldplay closed the show with the anthemic “A Sky Full of Stars” and the uplifting “Up&Up.”

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