Stanford Live, Stanford Athletics, and Live Nation will bring Coldplay’s Music Of The Spheres World Tour to campus, focusing on musical excellence, community building, and demonstrated sustainability. Fans can sign up for the artist presale now here. Tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 11 at 12 p.m. PT
Coldplay to Perform at Stanford Stadium on May 31 and June 1, 2025
STANFORD, Calif. -- Following their highly-anticipated 10th studio album, Moon Music, this past Friday, the British rock band Coldplay continues to push boundaries on their record-breaking Music Of The Spheres World Tour with the addition of 10 North American shows set to hit cities in May, June, and July 2025, including a concert at Stanford Stadium on May 31 and June 1. Complete ticketing information is available below.
“Bringing this band to campus at this moment and inviting our community to be a part of this epic gathering around music is a milestone for the university,” said Deborah Cullinan, Stanford’s vice president for the arts. “The coming together of Stanford Live and Stanford Athletics, two organizations who possess a wealth of knowledge and expertise when it comes to large-scale events, is a partnership whose day has come because both organizations are committed to bringing excellent entertainment to our community.”
Presenting the performing arts and creating engagement opportunities for students and the surrounding community are core to Stanford’s mission. Additionally, hosting artists leading the entertainment industry in sustainable practices aligns with Stanford’s ongoing commitment to sustainability as a core value.
In addition to the co-presenters, Stanford Arts and the Stanford Office of Community Engagement enthusiastically support the stadium concert.
Coldplay’s new album, Moon Music, notably set new standards for sustainability, with each LP made from 100% recycled plastic bottles (nine per record). It is now available on EcoCD, EcoRecord LP, and digital. Current single WE PRAY – with Little Simz, Burna Boy, Elyanna, and TINI – is the iTunes chart-topping follow-up to June’s double MTV VMAs-nominated single feelslikeimfallinginlove, which reached No. 1 on both the U.K.’s airplay chart and the Official Big Top 40. Chris Martin posted a video offering some insight into the album and its accompanying Notebook Edition, saying: “I think what this album is about is a response to struggling with all the conflict within oneself, within myself, and also all the conflict outside, and working out what the best response is. And I think what Moon Music is trying to say is maybe love is the best response.”
The band recently issued an update on their sustainability initiatives, revealing that, on a show-by-show comparison, the current tour has so far produced 59% less CO2e emissions than their previous stadium tour in 2016/17, exceeding their original target of a 50% reduction. More than 9 million trees have already been planted around the world (with a further million to be planted before the end of the year). Full info can be found at sustainability.coldplay.com.
TICKET INFORMATION
Fans can sign up for the Artist Presale now through Thursday, Oct. 10 at 10 a.m. ET here for first access to tickets. The artist presale begins on Friday, Oct. 11 at 9 a.m. local time. The general on-sale begins Friday, Oct. 11 at 12pm local time at ticketmaster.com.
Coldplay have also confirmed they will make a limited number of Infinity Tickets available for the show at 12 p.m. local time on Friday, Nov. 22. Infinity Tickets are released for every Coldplay show to make the Music Of The Spheres World Tour accessible to fans for an affordable price. They will cost the local currency equivalent of $20 USD per ticket. They are restricted to a maximum of two tickets per purchaser, and must be bought in pairs (which will be located next to each other). Locations will be revealed when fans pick up their tickets in person at the box office on the day of the show and can be throughout the venue from the floor to the upper levels, side view seats and everywhere in between.
ABOUT STANFORD LIVE
Stanford Live presents a wide range of the finest performances from around the world, fostering a vibrant learning community and providing distinctive experiences through the performing arts. With its home at Bing Concert Hall and Frost Amphitheater, Stanford Live draws on the breadth and depth of Stanford University to connect performance to the significant issues, ideas, and discoveries of our time. Stanford Live includes a wealth of collaborators and partners, including Stanford academic departments and individual faculty members, Stanford students, off-campus arts institutions, and community organizations. Crucially, Stanford Live supports the university’s focus on placing the arts at the heart of a Stanford education.
ABOUT STANFORD STADIUM
Stanford Stadium is a versatile venue that has hosted a wide array of events. With a seating capacity of 50,424, it is home to the Stanford Cardinal football program and a variety of campus events including the site of the university’s annual spring commencement ceremony in June. Its rich history includes the 1928 moment when Herbert Hoover, a former Stanford football student manager, delivered his acceptance speech as the Republican presidential candidate. In 1962, amidst the Cold War tensions, track coach Payton Jordan brought the USA-USSR dual meet to the stadium. The stadium also witnessed the 1985 Super Bowl clash between the San Francisco 49ers and Miami Dolphins, hosted six soccer matches during the 1994 World Cup, and in 2017, the Stanford Concert Network presented a performance by music producer and DJ Zedd.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I purchase tickets?
Tickets for Coldplay’s Music Of The Spheres World Tour shows at Stanford Stadium are sold and managed exclusively by Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com.
Where can I find more information about managing my tickets?
Fans should reach out to their point of purchase with any additional questions. For assistance with tickets purchased through Ticketmaster, support is available at https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us and https://help.ticketmaster.com/hc/en-us/articles/9605825450129-How-to-Contact-Us.
Will the Stanford Stadium box office be open on event day?
Yes, the Stanford Stadium box office, located at Gate 2, will be open at 2 PM on the day of each show. The box office windows will be closed in the week leading up to the shows.
Where is Will Call located? Fans picking up tickets at Will Call should visit the Stanford Stadium box office, located at Gate 2, after 2 PM on the day of each show.
Where do I find ADA seats?
ADA seating inside Stanford Stadium is located in row Y of the lower level and row V of select upper level sections (Sections 218-228, 206-208, and 238-240). More information about purchasing ADA seating can be found on Ticketmaster’s event page.
How do I purchase event parking?
Event parking is available for purchase at www.gostanford.com/coldplayparking. Advance purchase is required to guarantee access to lots surrounding Stanford Stadium. A Stanford Athletics ticketing account is required to purchase a parking pass. Once you complete your purchase, you will receive two emails from athleticstickets@stanford.edu: An order confirmation email with a link to your order confirmation page and a ticket delivery email with links to your pass(es). Email athleticstickets@stanford.edu or call (800)-STANFORD (M-F, 9 AM - 3 PM PT) for assistance with parking passes.
Will ADA parking be available?
Yes, ADA parking is available in the Track, Sunken Diamond, and Galvez Lots with a designated parking pass and an active, valid ADA placard.
Can I purchase parking the day of the show?
Attendees are encouraged to purchase parking passes in advance, however a limited number of parking spaces will be available for fans without prepaid passes. Fans who drive up without a prepaid pass may use a credit card, Apple Pay or Google Pay to pay for parking at select locations. Cash will not be accepted for event day parking transactions. More information about event day parking will be available closer to the event.
When do parking lots open?
Parking lots will open at 2 PM each day.
Can I bring a bag into the venue?
All attendees are subject to Stanford Athletics’ Clear Bag Policy. This policy limits the size and types of bags that are permitted inside Stanford Stadium.
Approved bags include clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags that do not exceed 12” x 6” x 12” and small clutch bags or purses no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”. Click here to learn more about the Clear Bag Policy.
Is there somewhere I can leave my bag during the event?
Fans can leave their bags at designated Bag Check locations around the facility. Bag Check service is located at Sunken Diamond on the south end of Stanford Stadium and at the north end of the stadium near Gate 10.
Is there somewhere I can leave my bag during the event?
Fans can leave their bags at designated Bag Check locations around the facility. Bag Check service is located at Sunken Diamond on the south end of Stanford Stadium and at the north end of the stadium near Gate 10.
Is there a list of prohibited items?
Stanford wants all attendees to enjoy campus events in a safe and enjoyable environment. All guests are subject to search before being admitted into any athletic venue.
The information below is subject to change without notice.
The following items are PROHIBITED inside the Stanford athletic venues:
- Alcohol of any kind and illegal drugs
- Animals (except service animals)
- Artificial noisemakers
- Non-clear bags larger than 4.5”x6.5” or clear bags larger than 12”x12”x6”
- Balls, whole fruits/vegetables (unless cut into small pieces) and other potential projectiles
- Balloons
- Banners and/or signs
- Bicycles, skates, scooters, skateboards, roller blades, and roller shoes
- Cameras with lenses longer than six inches
- Clothing that is derogatory, profane, scanty, or offensive
- Fireworks
- Hard plastic, glass, ceramic or metal bottles, hydration packs, and soft plastic bottles (need to be sealed or empty) larger than 20 oz.
- Laser pointers
- Metal seatbacks (unless ADA compliant)
- Open containers
- Open umbrellas
- Poles, selfie-sticks, monopods and tripods
- Remote controlled devices of any kind (cars, drones)
- Seat cushions larger than 18”
- Strollers or portable chairs (unless ADA compliant)
- Tobacco products (including e-cigarettes)
- Video Cameras
- Weapons, replica weapons
Do Stanford students get a discount? Stanford students do not receive a discount on Coldplay tickets. In November 2024, Stanford students were eligible to purchase $20 Infinity Tickets through a lottery system. Coldplay offered the reduced-priced tickets in an effort to increase accessibility to their concerts. A second student ticket lottery was announced on April 16. The lottery opened on Thursday at 8 a.m., PST, on April 17, 2025, and will close at 8 a.m., PST, on May 5, 2025. visit: https://bit.ly/4lyIHnL for complete details.
Can ticket-holders bring chairs? No chairs are allowed.
Will there be food and beverages sold in the stadium? Food and beverages will be available for purchase throughout the Stadium. Concession stands will be located throughout the inner and upper concourses between sections 112-136, 212-214 and 230-236. Alcohol will be available for purchase throughout the stadium. Bar locations will be located throughout the entire inner and upper concourses, field level and under the archways behind sections 222-224.
Is water available? Stanford Stadium is equipped with several water stations. They are located throughout the venue on the outer, inner and upper concourses.
Can ticket-holders bring food and beverages from outside? Patrons may bring food into the Stadium so long as it fits within their approved bag. Open containers are not allowed inside the stadium. Sealed water bottles up to 20oz are permitted. All items will be subject to search prior to entry.
Can ticket-holders take photos and video? Yes. Cameras will be allowed so long as the lenses are less than 6".
Is camping in tents allowed on campus? Camping is not allowed on campus.
Is overnight parking allowed in Stanford parking lots? Overnight parking will not be allowed for the Coldplay concerts.
What if it rains? The concerts will take place, rain or shine.
When is the sound curfew? 10 p.m.
As a neighbor, what should I expect to see and hear in the community or at home?
With both concerts being SOLD OUT, please expect heavier traffic within the area surrounding Stanford University before and after each concert. Given that Stanford Stadium is hosting a concert, please expect amplified sound starting at approximately 5:30pm.
Will there be fireworks during the concert?
Yes, there will be fireworks at each concert. There will be short bursts of fireworks incorporated throughout Coldplay’s musical set, with a grand finale of a couple of minutes at the end.
What time will the concert end?
Each concert will end promptly at 10:00pm.
If I have questions about the concerts prior to and on the day of each show, who can I contact?
If you have questions about the concerts, please email the Concert Info Team at concertinfo@stanford.edu.
If I want provide feedback or want to make Stanford aware of concert sound issues, who can I contact?
If you have feedback or want to make Stanford aware of concert noise issues you are experiencing, please call Stanford’s Concert Noise Hotline at (650) 723-2551.
Stanford University prides itself on offering alternatives to driving to campus. Below are the most commonly used transportation alternatives to reach Stanford Stadium. For more information on transportation alternatives, please visit Parking & Transportation Services: http://transportation.stanford.edu
Bart:
BART provides transit service throughout the San Francisco Peninsula and the East Bay. Stanford riders can connect to BART at the following stations: Millbrae, Fremont, and Union City.
Caltrain:
The Palo Alto Caltrain Station is just a short walk to Stanford Stadium. Limited stops will be made at the Stanford Stadium station throughout the season. Visit caltrain.com for the most up-to-date information on current train schedules. Visit Caltrain's Stanford Stadium page for additional information.
Marguerite Shuttle Service:
The Marguerite Shuttle is a free shuttle service that travels the Stanford campus loop.
SamTrans:
SamTrans connects the Palo Alto train station (and the free Marguerite Shuttle service) to all of San Mateo County (north of campus), including service to the San Francisco International Airport.
Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition:
Stanford University is a bike-friendly campus. The Silicon Valley Bicycle Coalition will guard your bike during the game.
Valley Transportation Authority (VTA):
The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) runs along El Camino Real.