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Published on May 06, 2024
Rolling Stones Concert at State Farm Stadium Gears Up Glendale for Traffic Jam, ADOT Advises Early ArrivalSource: Google Street View

If you're planning to rock out at the Rolling Stones concert tomorrow, be prepared for a symphony of brake lights heading toward Glendale. The legendary band is set to shake up State Farm Stadium starting at 8 p.m., so fans will be battling the usual rush hour traffic spiced up with the added influx of rock aficionados.

According to an advisory by the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), sourced from their official announcement, road warriors should expect congestion on westbound Interstate 10 in Phoenix and on Loop 101 in Glendale as streets swell with the surge of concertgoers joining those already heading home after a day's work. ADOT has tipped off drivers to allow extra time for their commute to the venue, cheekily advising against letting frustration run wild.

But there is a glimmer of hope for those looking to avoid the snarl – the department suggests that those coming from Chandler or the southeast Valley might find relief by taking the Loop 202 (South Mountain Freeway) to circumvent the backed-up downtown Phoenix. Additionally, those who plan ahead and hit the road early can take advantage of the stadium's parking lots, which throw open their gates at 4 p.m., giving early birds a chance to beat the rush and settle in before the majority crowds descend.

To stay in the loop with up-to-the-minute updates, concertgoers can check out real-time highway conditions on ADOT's Arizona Traveler Information site or by tuning in to 511, and for those glued to social media, updates will also be broadcast via ADOT’s X feed, @ArizonaDOT. Between these channels, fans won't miss a beat when it comes to navigating the pre-show highways and byways, ensuring they only miss you if they decide to throw caution to the wind and start their journey later.

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