COVID-19, concerts and controversy
With music fans finally able to return to concerts, many questions still remain. Since COVID-19 policies vary from venue to venue, it has become nearly impossible to keep track of what identification and precautions are in place.
WHS senior Vivian Jeckell recently went to a Harry Styles concert at Madison Square Garden recently. She said, “The protocols were very strict which made me feel very safe. I was glad people had to show their vaccine cards and wear masks, and I even saw people get in trouble with security for not following the rules.”
WHS Senior Emily Molen had a different experience at the outdoor Governors Ball Music Festival. She said, “We needed to show proof of vaccination but when you were in you did not need a mask. It almost felt like COVID wasn’t important.”
Looking to go to a concert or festival soon? Here are some upcoming events in the area with each venue’s current COVID-19 protocols:
Event: Rolling Loud NYC
Location: Citi Field, Flushing, NY
Date: Oct. 28-30
COVID-19 protocols: Currently no protocols posted by Rolling Loud.
Event: Madison Beer
Location: Terminal 5, New York, NY
Date: Oct. 24, 2021
COVID-19 protocols: Proof of full vaccination must be provided upon arrival.
Event: Harry Styles: Harryween Fancy Dress Party
Location: Madison Square Garden, New York, NY
Date: Oct. 30-31
COVID-19 protocols: All guests 12 and older must provide proof of full vaccination. Masks required un- less actively eating or drinking.
Event: Pentatonix: The Evergreen Christmas Tour 2021
Location: Prudential Center, New- ark, NJ
Date: Dec. 7
COVID-19 protocols: Currently no protocols posted by Prudential Cen- ter for this event.
Event: Big Time Rush
Location: Manhattan Center Ham- merstein Ballroom, New York, NY
Date: Dec.18
COVID-19 protocols: All guests 12 and older must provide proof of full vaccination. Masks required through the duration of the event.
