ST. LOUIS — Fans will now be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID test at some concerts in St. Louis.
This news comes after several restaurants and businesses in the St. Louis area began requiring proof of vaccination or negative tests after cases began to rise and mask mandates were put in place. Some of those businesses are still offering outdoor dining for those who aren’t vaccinated or don’t have documentation.
For the full list of businesses requiring proof of vaccination, click here.
Here's a list of St. Louis concerts and venues that are requiring proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test at the door:
Dead & Company
Fans attending Dead & Company’s Sept. 13 concert at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre will be required to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test within 48 hours.
Unvaccinated fans with a valid medical note preventing vaccination or children under 12 will be required to take a diagnostic COVID-19 test 48 hours before the event. They will need to provide proof of the test.
Earlier this week, the band tweeted that it would be requiring vaccines or negative tests for fans attending select dates of their tour. The band also said all fans in the pit would need to be fully vaccinated.
The Factory
The Factory, a music venue in Chesterfield, is requiring guests of all ages to show proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 PCR test within 72 hours of showtime. The venue previously said 48 hours, but has since revised its policy.
The music venue will accept proof of vaccination or negative tests as a physical copy or a photo on a phone. Face masks are still required to enter the venue, according to a Facebook post.
“The Factory has made it a priority to heavily consider our community, our music fans, and most importantly our family & staff when coming to this decision,” The Factory wrote on Facebook.
The Factory is offering refunds for tickets purchased prior to Aug. 16. Those tickets will be refunded now through Sept. 3.
Maroon 5
Fans who attended Maroon 5’s Aug. 18 concert at the Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre were required to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test.
Unvaccinated fans under 12 years old, or those with a documented medical exemption, were required to take a COVID diagnostic test 48 hours before the event.
Earlier this month, Maroon 5 announced fans would need to show proof of vaccination or a negative test to see them on tour. The band tweeted that they would begin those protocols at their concerts starting Aug. 16.
“We want you to know that our top priority is the safety and well being of our fans as well as that of the hard working men and women who make these events possible,” the band said in the tweet.
Pop's
Concert venue Pop’s is requiring guests show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours of showtime.
The venue made the announcement on its Facebook page on Aug. 24. At least one dose is required until Oct. 20, then full vaccination will be required.
Guests are also required to wear masks at the front doors to “safeguard door staff who are in close contact while getting patrons in the building.”
“We really don’t want to do this but it’s the only way,” Pop’s said in the announcement. “This is the current industry standard until infection numbers drop. We hope that is very soon.”
Anyone wanting a refund should email info@popsrocks.com by Sept. 6.
Harry Styles
The pop star announced on social media that ticket holders must provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test within 48 hours prior to entry.
Face masks will also be required.
Styles is scheduled to perform at the Enterprise Center on Sept. 15.
Wilco + Sleater-Kinney
Fans who attended the Wilco + Sleater Kinney concert at Centene Community Ice Center on Friday, Aug. 13 were required to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test within 48 hours of the show.
Like with the other two concerts, unvaccinated fans under 12 years old were required to take a COVID-19 diagnostic test within 48 hours of the show and provide printed proof of a negative test result.
Those with a valid documented medical restriction were also required to show a negative COVID diagnostic test.
Sleater Kinney tweeted that they would be requiring proof of vaccination or a negative test at concerts in seven other cities in addition to St. Louis.
“This decision was made in the best interest of our fans, the crew, and the bands. We’re working hard to keep our shows as safe as possible,” the band tweeted.
