Friday Night Military Appreciation Concert

After the last putt drops at the Cologuard Classic by Exact Sciences on Friday, March 8, 2024, join the Tucson Conquistadores and fellow country fans for an evening of live music at our Military Appreciation Concert at Rillito Park.  Doors open at 4:00pm.   

Featuring: Country Music Stars: Midland, Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers, The Jons and Drew Cooper

When: Friday, March 8th 2024

Where: Rillito Park, 4502 N. 1st Ave, Tucson, AZ 85718

For: We love our military and our airmen, that’s why a portion of the concert proceeds go to support DM50 - a nonprofit, volunteer group that advocates for Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and its airmen - to improve the quality of life for military personnel at Davis-Monthan and to protect the future of the Base and to expand its vital missions here in Southern Arizona.

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FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT FAQs

Who are the artists for the Friday Night Concert?

Featured Act: Midland

Double Grammy® nominees Midland have sought to reintroduce the Western plains, Laurel Canyon-cum-Bakersfield and Lone Star juke joints to Country music since coming together at a friend’s wedding over common influences and the need for a return to this sort of post-Urban Cowboy Country. For lead singer/guitarist Mark Wystrach, bassist/vocalist Cameron Duddy and lead guitarist/vocalist Jess Carson, the double platinum hit “Drinkin’ Problem” set the stage for their critically acclaimed On The Rocks and No. 1 Billboard Top Country Albums debut Let It Roll to unite classic country fans, hipsters and media including Entertainment Weekly, GQ, The Washington Post, Vogue, Esquire, Variety, Rolling Stone Country and NPR. Based in Dripping Springs, Texas, the trio of songwriters who developed their sound at Tornillo, Texas’ storied Sonic Ranch have been building a following that’s sold-out the Houston Rodeo and Livestock Show, packed a multiple-night stand at Ft. Worth’s iconic Billy Bob’s and re-opened North Hollywood’s legendary Palomino Club for one night only. Bringing listeners a resurgence of their thick harmonies, sad melodies, tart lyrics, and steel guitar with their latest album The Last Resort: Greetings From (Big Machine Records) the retro-Nuevo trio has grown from bar band to an in-demand headliner who has even put together their own cruise setting sail April 2024 (MidlandCruise.com). For more on Midland and tour updates, visit MidlandOfficial.com.

Opening Acts:

Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers

Clyne is preparing to release his 11th studio album in 2024. Together, with drummer PH Naffah, guitarist Jim Dalton and bassist Nick Scropos, the Peacemakers blend punk rock, country-western and mariachi music to create a sound that earned the band induction into the Arizona Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame in 2019. Roger Clyne & The Peacemakers have toured all over the U.S. and have achieved a faithful following through hard work and great music. 

The Jons

Drew Cooper

Will there be food and drinks available for purchase?
Yes, there will be a variety of food and drink options for all concertgoers. All food and beverage vendors accept both debit and credit cards. NO CASH SALES.

Do I have to be 21 or older to come to the Friday Night Concert?
No, the concert is for all ages BUT if you want to drink, you must be 21 or older. We will be checking ID’s of all attendees. Please drink responsibly.

When does the concert start?

Gates at Rillito Park open at 4:00pm and show starts at 4:30pm.  The show will take place rain or shine.

Where is the concert venue?
Rillito Park Address: 4502 N 1st Ave., Tucson, AZ 85718

Where is Public Parking located?
There is limited parking at the general admission parking at the venue.  There will be a cash payment collected upon entry for those spaces.  ROCQ suggests taking advantage of ride share options.

Is there VIP parking available?
No, there is no VIP parking available.

Are there going to be shuttles?
No parking shuttle services will be provided for this event.

Will there be rideshare pick up/drop offs?
Yes,Taxi/Uber/Lyft drivers will drop off near the main entrance to the venue.

Can I buy concert tickets at the gate?
If tickets are still available for this popular event, general admission tickets can be purchased at the gate with debit or credit cards only.
All sales are final, no exchanges or refunds. The Cologuard Classic by Exact Sciences is not responsible for lost or stolen tickets. The resale of tickets is prohibited at the venue, in the parking lots or on surrounding roads. Violators will have tickets confiscated. Tickets are transferable.

How do I get concert tickets if I am Active-duty military or a Veteran? 

Thanks to IBM, Active Military and Veterans can receive a complimentary general admission concert ticket for themselves and a guest to the Military Appreciation Concert.  Please visit www.ROCQfest.com to claim your tickets.

I can’t find my online ticket purchase email. How can I reprint tickets?
Please search for an email received from confirmation@etix.com. If you can’t find it, please contact info@cologuardclassic.com with your order number.

Does my ticket(s) come with a parking pass?
No. General Admission parking passes are not available for online purchase.

What if I can’t make it to the concert?
There are no refunds on tickets. We suggest selling or giving your ticket(s) to someone you know.

Is the concert free for kids?
Can I bring children to the concert? All ages are welcome. Kids 10 & under are free to the concert when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult.

To ensure that everyone has the best concert experience, please attend to your child and walk away from the concert if your child gets fussy, as to not disturb other spectators.

We encourage parents with young children to bring umbrella strollers since they are easier to maneuver around the course. Diaper bags (including bottles, juice, and snacks) are permitted but will be checked at security points for prohibited items. Please review the event's prohibited items.

Are strollers allowed in the venue?
Yes. But, only if it’s for an infant or toddler.

Can I bring a folding chair in a bag to the concert?
The folding chairs that come in bag sleeves ARE permitted, however the bags they come in are NOT.

I am disabled. Will I have access to and the ability to move about the concert?
Rillito Park is ADA accessible.

Will there be restrooms available?
Yes. Restrooms are available throughout Rillito Park and inside of the designated concert VIP area and will be identified by a "Restroom" sign.

Will I be able to find security, if needed?
Yes. Security will be provided by the A-Team and Sheriff Department and will be identified by their uniforms. Should you need assistance, please reach out to the first Security or Medical Services provider you see and they can assist you.

Will there be ATMs on site?
No. ATMs will not be available at the concert venue as all food and beverage vendors will only accept debit and credit cards. NO CASH SALES.

Will there be first aid or medical services on site?
Yes. First Aid and Medical Services will be provided by Banner University Medicine. Should you need medical services, please contact Security and they will alert the First Aid team to respond.

Will there be a lost & found?
Yes. The lost & found will be located at the box office or call 520-571-0400. You can return any lost items directly there and visit to inquire after your missing items.

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