In just a week, Washington-Grizzly Stadium will be bustling with three sold-out shows, boasting a combined attendance of 72,000.
Before this year’s concert series with Pearl Jam, Tyler Childers, and Pink, the University of Montana had previously hosted live musical acts there only six times. But in the future, expect to see more of these events.
UM President Seth Bodnar expressed the university’s goal of expanding the number of shows in the future and making Missoula a destination for major acts.
UM plans to collaborate with promoters to put Missoula on the map as a sought-after venue for globally recognized acts, enhancing the city’s reputation for arts and culture.
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UM believes that the university’s ability to attract top-tier acts complements the community’s unique blend of outdoor living opportunities and urban amenities.
Associate Vice President Paula Short noted a shift from Missoula being a transient stop on tour routes to becoming a more prominent destination for artists.
Washington-Grizzly Stadium’s recent surge in concerts is made possible by an indoor practice facility for UM’s sports teams, ensuring that athletics and entertainment events can coexist.
Each band performing at the stadium has specific production needs, with Pink’s show featuring elaborate aerial acrobatics.
The concert series coincides with the start of the academic year, with different acts aligning with key dates on UM’s calendar.
