Newly Announced Events Join Arena’s Inaugural Lineup of Concerts with Reba mcentire, Eagles, The Doobie Brothers, Jimmy Buffett, Maroon 5, Grupo Firme Acrisure Arena, the newest world-class venue in Southern California, today announced its latest slate of upcoming events to take place when the $300M+ venue opens in December 2022. Coming to Acrisure Arena in 2023, newly announced events include one of the most successful female recording artists in history, Reba McEntire will perform at Acrisure Arena with special guests Terri Clark and The Isaacs on March 31. With 35 #1 hits under her belt, the award-winning entertainer will deliver hit after hit during her live show. Sesame Street Live! Make Your Magic, the longest-running stage show for children, on January 11 and 12; the original extreme sport, Professional Bull Riding (PBR) brings the Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour on February 10 & 11; worldwide icons, iconic Harlem Globetrotters on February 24; Mexico’s “King of the Accordion,” Ramón Ayala on February 26; and one of the most legendary rock bands of all time, Journey on April 25 with tickets on sale Friday, October 21 for Journey. The announcement comes following last week’s unveiling of Acrisure Arena’s inaugural lineup of artists set to open the highly anticipated arena, which include The Doobie Brothers on December 15, Grupo Firme on December 16, Maroon 5 on December 31, Eagles on January 18, Reba McEntire March 31, and Jimmy Buffett, whose date is to be announced. Grupo Firme, Acrisure Arena’s first concert public ticket on-sale, sold out completely within its first two hours of going on sale. “As a local resident of the desert, I’m very proud to see Acrisure Arena’s first ticket on-sale sell out within its first two hours,” said Irving Azoff, co-founder, Oak View Group. “That level of fan engagement speaks to the high demand from the local community to see major touring artists in the Coachella Valley.” Tickets for Ramón Ayala and Professional Bull Riding go on sale on Friday, September 30, at 10am PT at www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets for the other events announced today will go on sale at a later date and will be announced on AcrisureArena.com. Join the arena’s newsletter to receive presale information and show announcements. Additional opening week details and events will be shared in the coming weeks. “Our goal is to present a diverse mix of events that appeal to everyone in the Coachella Valley,” said John Bolton, Acrisure Arena’s SVP & General manager. “From the iconic American rock band Journey to Norteno legend Ramón Ayala to the best in children’s programming and family entertainment events, we are aiming to find events for all age groups. We are also excited to announce a long-term relationship with PBR- Professional Bull Riders to bring their epic events to Acrisure Arena every year – on their way to the PBR World Finals in Las Vegas.” In addition to the new shows announced today in Indio, CA, the event featured mechanical bull rides, in celebration of PBR, and also showcased a live performance by students and educators from Academy of Musical Performance (AMP), a local “rock band” style education program focused on musical performance and concert production training. Arriving at Acrisure Arena on January 11 and 12 is Sesame Street Live! Make Your Magic, the live touring show based on Sesame Street. For almost 40 years, Sesame Street Live! has thrilled audiences across the country with its famous cast, fabulous original music, and contagious movement. Families come face to face with lovable Sesame Street pals in an interactive spectacle that brings everyone to their feet—little and big, feathered, and furry. Sesame Street Live! mixes laughter with age-appropriate lessons such as “Make Your Magic,” which delivers awe-inspiring illusions with a side of self-discovery: Elmo learns that with perseverance and practice, nothing can stand between you and your dream. In the electrifying “Make Your Magic” Sesame characters get kids out of their seats to shout, sing, and boogie: just the thing to activate growing bodies and brains. Experience the most exciting part of rodeo action up close with Professional Bull Riding. Heading to the arena for a two-day event February 10 & 11, come and see the toughest cowboys take on the biggest bulls in a challenge of strength and resilience. The Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour showcases the top rodeo athletes from all around the country as they compete for the winning ride. Bull riding is among the most recognized and exciting rodeo events where riders compete to maintain their balance on a bucking bull for a particular amount time – generally eight seconds. Viewed as probably the most dangerous of the rodeo sports, competing on the Bull Riding Tour calls for flexibility, balance, coordination, and a lot of courage. Master accordionist, vocalist, and songwriter, Ramón Ayala comes to Acrisure Arena on February 26. With a career that spans over 40 years, conjunto superstar Ayala has defined norteño music with signature songs and definitive instrumental styling that have made him a superstar on both sides of the El Rio Grande. Ayala has recorded an astonishing 105 albums shattering sales records and becoming a legend of the beloved regional genres. A consummate showman and recipient of a Grammy for his renowned live shows, Ayala, continues to dazzle fans with his virtuosic accordion playing at his energetic performances. On February 24, the iconic Harlem Globetrotters will bring their 2023 World Tour presented by Jersey Mike’s to Acrisure Arena! Your favorite Globetrotter stars are showing off their amazing basketball skill, outrageous athleticism and delivering a non-stop LOL good time. Join the Globetrotters as they go head-to-head against the Washington Generals who will stop at nothing to try and defeat the world’s winningest team! In 2023, every fan is getting in on this action…that means YOU, so get ready! It’s GLOBETROTTER game time! The diamond-selling Rock & Roll Hall of Famers, Journey, will bring very special guest TOTO to the stage at Acrisure Arena on April 25. Tickets will be onsale Friday, October 21, 10am. Known for its catalog of chart-topping, decade-spanning anthems, including “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Any Way You Want It,” “Faithfully,” “Lights,” and more. One of rock music’s most influential icons, Journey features founder Neal Schon (lead guitarist), Jonathan
