HARDY concert at MSU postponed one day, set for Friday [Sept. 13]
HARDY is coming to Mississippi State this week—but with a one day delay due to Tropical Storm Francine’s anticipated inclement weather. The storm is expected to become a Category 2 hurricane, with landfall along the central Louisiana coast impacting the MSU/Starkville community with rainy and potentially stormy conditions Thursday.
The show will go on Friday [Sept. 13], a day later than originally scheduled. Ticketholders do not need to take any action, but full refunds for those who are unable to attend will be available. Those unable to attend the concert due to the change in dates have the option to donate their tickets to a military member at the Columbus Air Force Base or receive a full refund. To have either of these options implemented on your account, you must complete the online form by clicking here by Thursday, September 12 at 11:59 p.m.
“Fans have been so excited to see HARDY on campus for this brand new concert experience at Dudy Noble, and we made the decision, along with HARDY and his team, to postpone the show one day to ensure a great time for everyone when we expect nicer weather,” said event organizer Jackie Mullen, assistant vice president for Student Affairs.
Updated show details include:
—Tickets are still available at HailState.com/Hardy, along with more concert information.
—Gates open at 4 p.m. Friday, with opening acts beginning at 6 p.m., featuring Randy Houser and Travis Denning.
HARDY is a native of Philadelphia in Neshoba County who last year soared to the top of the charts with his country and rock hits. The five-time Academy of Country Music award winner also has two Country Music Association awards and three CMA Triple Play awards. He was the 2022 BMI Country Songwriter of the Year and is a three-time AIMP Songwriter of the Year. He has written 15 No. 1 singles, including “One Beer” featuring Lauren Alaina and Devin Dawson, as well as the Dierks Bentley and BRELAND collaboration “Beers On Me.”
EVENT DETAILS:
While the event is at the Bulldogs’ favorite baseball stadium—affectionately called the Carnegie Hall of College Baseball—fans should note the venue will observe different rules for the concert than for regular sporting events. The university’s clear bag policy will be in effect, and no outside food or drink is allowed. No coolers or chairs may be brought into the event, and metal detectors will be in use at entry points. There will be no use of lockers or Left Field Lounge for the concert.
The concert is expected to proceed, rain or shine. Attendees should review weather forecasts for Sept. 13 and plan accordingly. In the event of inclement weather, event organizers will post information to the concert website HailState.com/Hardy regarding concert activities.
All campus visitors are encouraged to sign up for the university’s Maroon Alert notification system. Text MaroonAlert to 888777 to enroll in the messaging system.
Attendees who have concourse or suite tickets should use the Home Plate Gate or Right Field Gate for entry. Attendees who have field tickets will need to enter the stadium on the Northwest side by passing the Home Plate Gate and following signs to the field access near the left field entrance. There is no field access from inside the main concourse gates.
Concert attendees can text 662-667-8012 during the show for assistance.
Prepaid digital parking permits for lots surrounding the stadium may be purchased at HailState.com/Hardy, which also includes traffic maps for ingress and egress. Attendees are encouraged to purchase parking permits prior to the show to reduce wait time.
For accommodations, please contact the MSU ticket office at tickets@athletics.msstate.edu. Information regarding accommodations has been sent via email to accommodation ticket holders.
For more information on the event, visit www.hailstate.com or follow @hailstate on social media.
CONCERT DAY CAMPUS LOGISITICS:
Parking lots near Dudy Noble Field will be closed starting at noon on Sept. 13 and some lots will close sooner to accommodate concert operations. Please allow enough travel time, and refer to the concert parking map at HailState.com/Hardy. Parking attendants will help with traffic operations after the show.
SMART shuttle routes will not be impacted but may take more time with increased traffic in the area.