Bruce Springsteen, Journey, Carlos Santana Part of NYC Mega Concert

Bruce Springsteen will join Journey, Carlos Santana, Paul Simon, Elvis Costello and more for a star-studded concert in Central Park in New York City on August 21.

The “Mega Concet” is part of  what is being called NYC Homecoming Week. according to Mayor Bill de Blasio. Others appearing include: Oscar winner Jennifer Hudson, Patti Smith, Andrea Bocelli, Barry Manilow, Earth, Wind & Fire, LL Cool J, and more.

The concert is scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. Attendees will be allowed on the Great Lawn beginning at 3 p.m. but will need a ticket and proof of a Covid-19 vaccination. 80% of the tickets will be free with a two-ticket limit for the general seating section. There will also be Gold and VIP sections standing section and a seated Platinum section. Citi cardmembers can purchase VIP tickets beginning July 29 at 10 a.m. local time until Aug. 1 at 10 p.m. local time here. Free tickets will be released in batches beginning Aug. 2 at 10 a.m. local time here.