Salutes the Troops: Patriot Day 2010

Presented by Jim Beam, Fort Jackson AAFES and
Family and MWR

Who: Kid Rock  with Blackberry Smoke as opener

When
The event will take place on Saturday, September 11th.  The doors to Hilton Field will open at 5:30 pm.  The opening act will begin at 7:00 and Kid Rock will begin at approximately 8:30 and play until approximately 10:00 pm.  Please leave early to allow yourself enough time to get through the base gates and park your vehicle – satellite parking may be required.  Entry Gates for Fort Jackson open for all traffic at 4:00 pm.

Where: Hilton Field, Fort Jackson, SC

Other: Ticket free to DOD ID card holders (limit 2 per location, per day) NON ID card holders can purchase tickets at Ticket Master  (all tickets available on 6 AUG 2010).  Must have a valid DOD ID to gain entry with free ticket. This show intended for mature audiences.

See FAQ for detailed information and guidelines (dos and don'ts). Click here.  

The free ticket pick up points for Fort Jackson Family and MWR are as follows: 

Tickets will be available At the following locations no sooner than 6 AUG at noon. 

Solomon Center
Marion Street Station
Marketing Department (Joe E. Mann Bldg)
NCO Club
Magruders Club and Pub
Officers Club
Century Lanes Bowling Center

Also available at Fort Jackson AAFES PX, Package store and select Shoppettes,
BUT NOT until 6 AUG 2010 at NOON!!!

Kid Rock is one of today’s most diversified and influential artists.  He is a musical chameleon producing a mixture of songs that uniquely span various genres including Rock, Hip Hop and Country.  Blackberry Smoke, Atlanta based opening act, continues to grow into the premiere Southern Rock band of America. Over the last 12 months they have shared the stage with ZZ Top, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Shooter Jennings, Cross Canadian Ragweed and countless others.

This event is intended for mature audiences and will take place on Hilton Field which is part of Ft. Jackson near Columbia, South Carolina on Saturday, September 11th.  The doors to Hilton Field will open at 5:30 pm.  The opening act will begin at 7:00 pm and Kid Rock will begin at approximately 8:30 pm and play until approximately 10:00 pm.  Please leave early to allow yourself enough time to get through the base gates and park your vehicle – satellite parking may be required.

FAQ

Tickets
Tickets are complimentary to those with a valid DOD ID.  Please visit Family and MWR and AAFES facilities to pick up tickets – there is a two ticket limit per visit.  Valid DOD ID must be presented along with ticket for free entry to the show. Tickets available at the following:

Solomon Center
Marion Street Station
Marketing Department (Joe E Mann Bldg)
NCO Club
Magruders Club and Pub
Officers Club
Century Lanes Bowling Center 

Also available at Fort Jackson AAFES PX, Package store and select Shoppettes,
BUT NOT until 6 AUG 2010 at NOON!!!

Military Tickets
Tickets are complimentary to those with a valid DOD ID.  Please visit MWR and AAFES facilities to pick up tickets – there is a two ticket limit per visit.  Must have and show a valid DOD ID or proof of family status along with tickets for entry. Without these IDs entry will be denied or purchase of a ticket at the door will be required .

Public Tickets
Those without a DOD ID can purchase a ticket in advance for $30 online and at all Ticketmaster locations.  South Carolina Ticketmaster locations can be found in Publix Supermarkets. Please visit www.KidRock.com or www.Ticketmaster.com for details.

Veterans
Veterans can pick up free tickets, but must show proof of service. No free tickets for family members of veterans.

Directions
Fort Jackson is located in Columbia, South Carolina. The city is located in the center of the state and is accessible from three major highways – I-20, I-26, and I-77. I-95 and I-85 are a short drive away. Fort Jackson is located at exit #12 off of I-77. The nearest airport is the Columbia Metropolitan Airport located about 25 minutes from Fort Jackson. An option is to fly into Charlotte, North Carolina which is about one and a half hours away. Hilton Field is located within Ft. Jackson – there will be signs directing you to the venue once you have entered the base. If using online directions or a GPS, please use the following address 10000 Lee Road, Fort Jackson, SC 29207.

I’ve never been on a Military Base before – what can I expect?
We’re glad you’re here! Thousands of civilians visit Ft. Jackson each year.  To access the base, each person in your vehicle will need a government issued ID such as a driver’s license or state ID. You may be selected for a vehicle or bag search. Please leave early to allow enough time to enter the gates on base as there may be a line.

Parking
Free parking will be available to all attendees.  There is a lot adjacent to the field and additional satellite parking is available nearby.  Handicapped Parking is available as well.

Handicapped Accessible
The field and bleachers are wheelchair accessible.  Handicapped Parking is available as well.

Concessions
Food and beverages will be available for sale.  Kid Rock and Blackberry Smoke merchandise will be for sale also.  Beer will be available for those 21+.  Jim Beam products will not be for sale. 

Children
There is no age restriction for this event though it is intended for mature audiences only (17 and older is preferred).  Every person requires a ticket. DOD ID holders can bring family members as long as the name is the same on their ID. 

Prohibited Items
No video cameras, audio recording devices, professional photography equipment, flash photography of any kind, coolers, outside food and beverage, weapons, illegal substances or pets are allowed; no bottles (alcohol), no contact with basic training Soldiers, no offensive or revealing attire.  Smoking is discouraged and is allowed only in designated smoking areas.

Disclaimer
Mention of sponsors or artists is not an endorsement by the US Government or its instrumentalities.

For more information please visit:
www.ticketmaster.com
www.kidrock.com