UnapologeticRebel Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 Is anyone else going to this show concerned about getting there with the whole Pope vist going on? So much talk about closed roads, bridges, and tons of people is stressing me about. I know he's not in the city until Saturday but the news is saying this stuff will be going on before Saturday. I was/am hoping that a concert on Thursday would still be ok. Ugh, I've waited so long for this show I hope I get there with no trouble. I live 15 minutes from the venue but I'm in NJ so I have to take one of the bridges to get there. I think the one I normally take will not be closing so that's good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuckeye Posted August 16, 2015 Share Posted August 16, 2015 wait, what is the VIP room?!?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryan Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Is anyone else going to this show concerned about getting there with the whole Pope vist going on? So much talk about closed roads, bridges, and tons of people is stressing me about. I know he's not in the city until Saturday but the news is saying this stuff will be going on before Saturday. I was/am hoping that a concert on Thursday would still be ok. Ugh, I've waited so long for this show I hope I get there with no trouble. I live 15 minutes from the venue but I'm in NJ so I have to take one of the bridges to get there. I think the one I normally take will not be closing so that's good.There shouldn't be any worries. The stadiums are in south philly, away from center city, I doubt there will be any road closures in that area. Are you taking Walt Whitman? That's prob your best bet as it's the closest to the arena. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruncher9123 Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 They are creating a "box" over the city, and schools are closed beginning Wed. Who does the pope think he is? Madonna, or something! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnapologeticRebel Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 There shouldn't be any worries. The stadiums are in south philly, away from center city, I doubt there will be any road closures in that area. Are you taking Walt Whitman? That's prob your best bet as it's the closest to the arena. Yeah, I'm taking the Walt Whitman - I always take that one for concerts. I'm about 10 minutes from the bridge (not even) and I plan on leaving right after work (around 5) - even if I do have to wait for hours before Madonna comes on, at least I'll be there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnapologeticRebel Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 They are creating a "box" over the city, and schools are closed beginning Wed. Who does the pope think he is? Madonna, or something! I know, right?! Schools are closed on Wednesday? wow! I'm going to have anxiety over this until i'm pulling into the parking lot at the Wells Fargo Center! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnapologeticRebel Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Found this article outlining the 'Security Zone' Only the Ben Franklin Bridge is being closed. Stick to 76 or 95, and you should be good. I'd tack on extra travel time though. http://6abc.com/religion/city-residents-react-to-security-zones-for-papal-visit/930202/ thanks for posting the article. I mean, they have to realize that there are events going on so hopefully it won't be too much of an issue. I definitley will be getting there early. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruncher9123 Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Those of us in the area how about we all chip in an rent a helicopter, and simply fly over the traffic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryan Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 Well I hope Madonna is staying somewhere near the airport and not in center city! She'd be late as fuck with all the traffic coming from the city. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruncher9123 Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 ^ Well I hope Madonna is staying somewhere near the airport and not in center city! She'd be late as fuck with all the traffic coming from the city.Not if she chips in, too, and rents a helicopter with us! We'll get her there on time. PS there's no way she's staying in Philly. She'll fly in from NY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnapologeticRebel Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 ^ Not if she chips in, too, and rents a helicopter with us! We'll get her there on time. PS there's no way she's staying in Philly. She'll fly in from NY Sounds good to me! Also, I hope the tour busses and everything get in ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binarycool Posted August 17, 2015 Share Posted August 17, 2015 ^Not if she chips in, too, and rents a helicopter with us! We'll get her there on time. PS there's no way she's staying in Philly. She'll fly in from NY Yeah let's hope she knows about the pope and builds in extra travel time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruncher9123 Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 Yeah let's hope she knows about the pope and builds in extra travel time. As if. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UnapologeticRebel Posted August 18, 2015 Share Posted August 18, 2015 We're going to be sitting there all night waiting for M to arrive! Oh well as long as I'm there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnpaul911 Posted August 24, 2015 Share Posted August 24, 2015 I'm going. I have 3 tickets for this concert. I cannot wait!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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