ASM Global and Jaxevents launch new app

ASM Global Jacksonville has just launched an updated version of the JaxEvents app presented by VyStar Credit Union! The new app will be the ultimate resource for all event information, promotions, deals, giveaways and updates at the ASM Global-managed City of Jacksonville owned sports and entertainment venues.

The new mobile app’s features include the ability to buy and store event tickets through Ticketmaster, pre-purchased event parking through ParkWhiz and mobile ordering of food and beverages at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, all directly through the JaxEvents app!  Premium partners of VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena can also purchase tickets and manage their accounts through the JaxEvents app.

VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, The Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts, TIAA Bank Field, The Ritz Theatre and Museum, The Prime Osborn Convention Center, 121 Financial Ballpark and Daily’s Place are making updates to ensure the guest experience at the City of Jacksonville venues is safe, fast, convenient and more enjoyable than ever. “The new JaxEvents app has been designed to better serve guests as we welcome them back to live events,” said ASM Global General Manager, Bill McConnell.  “We believe the transition to mobile ticketing and contactless transactions will be an additional level of convenience and comfort for guests as they return to the VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena,” McConnell added.

All users who download the app by Thursday, December 10 will receive a promotion code for 20% off their mobile concessions orders at the upcoming Icemen games at VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena through December.

The JaxEvents app is available now for both Apple and Android phones. Download today at the App Store or Google Play. For more information, follow them on social media at: Facebook: @jaxevents; Instagram: @vystarvetarena & Twitter: @jaxevents.

ABOUT ASM GLOBAL: ASM Global-Jacksonville manages seven sports, entertainment, and convention venues on behalf of the City of Jacksonville. Our beautiful venues include:
VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena, showplace of such entertainment greats as Kenny Chesney and Jimmy Buffett and home to the Arena Bowl Champions Jacksonville Sharks, the ABA Jacksonville Giants, the Jacksonville IceMen and nominated for the 2020 ‘Arena of the Year’ at the 55th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards.
TIAA Bank Field, home of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Florida-Georgia, the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl and Monster Jam.
Daily’s Place, a 5,500 seat amphitheater with concert programming year-round and an indoor practice facility for the Jacksonville Jaguars.
121 Financial Ballpark, home of the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Florida vs FSU Baseball

The Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts, stage to Broadway and music elite like Wicked, James Taylor and Diana Ross; and home of the FSCJ Artist Series and the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra.
The Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, a historic renovated train station providing a unique venue for meetings, social events and conventions.
The Ritz Theatre and Museum, located in Jacksonville’s historic African American community of LaVilla, celebrating the artistic culture of African American life in Northeast Florida and the African Diaspora with museum exhibits, concerts, films, lectures, dance and dramatic arts.

Committed to the Jacksonville community, the guests that enjoy their venues and the clients that utilize them, ASM Global-Jacksonville provides the ultimate event experience in Northeast Florida. ASM Global was formed in October 2019 from the merger of AEG Facilities, the global innovator in live entertainment venues, and SMG, the gold standard in event management. ASM Global is a venue management powerhouse that spans five continents, 14 countries and more than 300 of the world’s most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention and exhibit centers, and performing arts venues. As the world’s most trusted venue manager, ASM Global provides venue strategy and management, sales, marketing, event booking and programming, construction and design consulting, and pre-opening services. Among the venues in our portfolio are landmark facilities such as McCormick Place & Soldier Field in Chicago, the Los Angeles Convention Center, Tele2 Arena in Stockholm, the Mercedes-Benz Superdome in New Orleans and the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Conference Centre in Shenzhen, China. ASM Global also offers food and beverage operations through its concessions and catering companies.

‘Disney On Ice - Dare To Dream’ comes to JAX

Disney’s Moana voyages onto the ice for the first time as “Disney On Ice presents Dare To Dream”, produced by Feld Entertainment Inc., brings courage and adventure to hometowns across North America.  Hosts Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse bring audiences on an expedition across raging seas and snow-covered mountains in this action-packed extravaganza when beloved characters from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, Tangled and Cinderella visit Jacksonville, Florida from April 4 to 7, 2019 at Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena for 8 performances.

Believe in what’s possible as five Disney heroines spark the courage inside us all in Disney On Ice presents Dare To Dream!  In her Disney On Ice debut, see how far Moana will go in an epic adventure with demigod, Maui, to save her island and discover her true identity.  Join Belle as she fearlessly befriends the enchanted castle staff and reveals the Beast’s gentleness.  Experience Anna’s devotion to her sister, Elsa, on her life-changing journey to stop an eternal winter.  Explore with Rapunzel, Flynn Ryder, Cinderella and friends from around the Disney Kingdom as they find the heart and determination to overcome obstacles and make their dreams come true.  Journey with Mickey and Minnie to uncover why no goal is too big when we find the strength to shape our own destiny at Disney On Ice presents Dare To Dream!

Fans are encouraged to arrive early to celebrate family and tradition with Miguel from Disney●Pixar’s Coco in a special sing-a-long guest appearance.  Discover your inner hero when Disney On Ice presents Dare To Dream comes to your hometown!  Check HERE for the show in a location near you.

To sign up to be a Feld Preferred member and to receive presale alerts please visit HERE.  Stay current on the latest developments through social media: Facebook, Twitter: @DisneyOnIce #DisneyOnIce #100YearsofMagic, YouTube, or Instagram: @DisneyOnIce.

Disney On Ice
“Dare to Dream”

DATES:      TIMES:
Thurs., Apr. 4, 2019 7:30 p.m.
Fri. Apr. 5   10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m.
Sat. Apr. 6   11 a.m., 3 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Sun. Apr. 7    1 p.m. & 5 p.m.


TICKETS: start at $15.  All seats are reserved, and tickets are available online, by calling (800) 745-3000, or by visiting the Tom Bush Family of Dealerships Box Office at Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena.

LOCATION: JAX Veterans Memorial Arena
      300 A Philip Randolph Blvd., Downtown
      Jacksonville, FL 32202
      (904) 630-3900

‘Danny Gokey: The Hope Encounter” comes to JAX

Grammy® nominee, Dove Award winner, and Capitol recording artist, Danny Gokey is gearing up for his first-ever headline tour with this fall’s The Hope Encounter.  Also featuring Grammy® nominee Tauren Wells and breakout artist Riley Clemmons, the tour will hit 29 markets across the country, including Jacksonville’s Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts on October 6, 2018.  Produced by general market powerhouse Outback Concerts, the tour will play mostly theaters and performing arts centers.

“It’s been a dream of mine since American Idol to headline my own major tour,” says Gokey. “That platform opened my eyes to the power of mixing hope with entertainment. Hearing a message of hope at just the right time can truly make an impact in someone’s life. Getting this opportunity is a dream come true! I love touring, being with fans, and seeing first-hand how the music can encourage people in a time in our society where hope (mixed with a little fun) is so desperately needed.”

Gokey became a favorite of millions of fans as a Top 3 finalist on Season 8 of American Idol.  His first album, My Best Days, debuted at #4 on the Billboard Top 200 album chart.  Since then, the Wisconsin native has celebrated a series of #1 album debuts, including his first award-winning holiday album, Christmas Is Here, as well as singles including the recently Gold-certified “Tell Your Heart to Beat Again” and “Hope In Front of Me.” Gokey’s latest album, Rise, reached #1 on the Billboard Top Christian Album chart and garnered his first Grammy nomination.  Its title track, marked his third, multi-week, multi-chart #1 single.

Tauren Wells, a four-time GRAMMY® nominee, debuted Hills and Valleys — his first full-length solo project — in July 2017, just prior to hitting arenas on the Lionel Richie/Mariah Carey 22-city “All the Hits Tour.”  The album’s title track was one of the most streamed Christian songs of 2017, according to Spotify, and currently registers over 50 million total streams.  The official music video and lyric video have combined views exceeding 25 million.  His single, "Undefeated," also served as the soundtrack for the internet-famous Dude Perfect’s “World Records Edition” episode on YouTube which, along with another Dude Perfect video featuring the No. 1 single "Love Is Action," has garnered more than 100 million views combined.  Wells made history earlier this year by landing singles in both the #1 (“All My Hope (ft. Tauren Wells)” by Crowder) and #2 (“When We Pray”) spots simultaneously on national radio charts.

Riley Clemmons is an 18-year-old, Nashville-based singer/songwriter signed to Capitol Christian Music Group.  Her debut single, “Broken Prayers,” skyrocketed at radio upon its release in early 2018 and the music video earned over a million views on YouTube in less than two months.  The single has now crossed over ten million global streams.  Most recently, Riley was featured on the song and music video for Social Club Misfit’s radio single “Misfit Anthem” and mainstream DJ, Tritonal’s “Out My Mind.”  Her upcoming full-length debut album released August 3, 2018.

  “Danny Gokey: Hope Encounter”
with Tauren Wells and Riley Clemmons
DATE: Saturday October 6, 2018
TIME: 7 p.m.

TICKETS: are available at the Tom Bush Family of Dealerships Box Office at the Times-Union Center, online at ticketmaster.com, or charge by phone (800) 745-3000.

LOCATION: Times Union Center Performing Arts
      Moran Theater
      300 West Water St.
      Jacksonville, FL 32202

Other “The Hope Encounter” Tour Locations: *Dates subject to change without notice.

‘Lit Af Tour’ starring host Martin Lawrence coming to JAX

The Fall/Winter leg of the “LIT AF Tour” has kicked off and hits 19 cities across the continent including an engagement at the Jacksonville Veterans Memoria Arena on Friday, October 5, 2018.  JAX tickets are available online at ticketmaster.com, or at the Tom Bush Family of Dealerships Box Office at Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena.

Back by popular demand, comedian, actor, director and producer Martin Lawrence* has added 19 more dates to the LIT AF Tour. Lawrence stars as the high-powered host of 2018's hottest comedy event, presenting a fire lineup of comedians including: DeRay Davis, Rickey Smiley*, Michael Blackson*, Jay Pharoah, Deon Cole, Bruce Bruce, Adele Givens*, Clayton Thomas* and Benji Brown. Coming off the 20th anniversary of Def Comedy Jam, where he is known for his legendary hosting, Lawrence has made a triumphant return to the stand-up stage wowing audiences with his signature style of hilarious stories, social commentary, and more.  The 18 date Spring leg of the LIT AF Tour played to sold out crowds in major cities across the country including Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, Washington, DC, Chicago, Miami and Las Vegas.  (Comedians slated to come to Jacksonville, FL *)

“Being on the road with this group of funny AF comedians is a blast,” says Lawrence. “No two shows are the same and we all bring something different to the party.”

Martin Lawrence started in stand-up comedy at the legendary The Improv, where he honed his talents until he was asked by Russell Simmons to host his groundbreaking comedy series Def Comedy Jam on HBO.  From there, Lawrence became a household name after his hugely popular self-titled TV show, Martin, was an instant hit with TV viewers.  He starred for five years as not only the title character, but other support characters like the sassy Sheneneh and Mama Payne, who became comedy classics.  Lawrence would later go on to star in comedy blockbusters like Bad Boys 1&2, A Thin Line Between Love and Hate, which he also directed, and Big Momma’s House 1, 2 & 3 where he once again proved his talent for creating and acting as multiple characters in one storyline.
Martin Lawrence Lit Af Tour

TICKETS: The full tour itinerary is listed on the tour’s website.  For ticket information and lineup by city, please visit HERE.

LOCATION: JAX Veterans Memorial Arena
      300 A Philip Randolph Blvd., Downtown
      Jacksonville, FL 32202
      (904) 630-3900

‘Corteo’ Cirque du Soleil will be in JAX for a few days

“Corteo” is the latest and one of the best-loved Cirque du Soleil’s arena productions, will embark on a new journey throughout North America.  The show will visit Jacksonville at the Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena for a limited run of seven performances. This unique production, directed by Daniele Finzi Pasca, first premiered in Montreal under the Big Top in April 2005.  Since then, the show has been a great success and has amazed 8 million people in 64 cities in 19 countries on four continents.

“Corteo”, which means cortege in Italian, is a joyous procession, a festive parade imagined by a clown.  The show brings together the passion of the actor with the grace and power of the acrobat to plunge the audience into a theatrical world of fun, comedy and spontaneity situated in a mysterious space between heaven and earth.

The clown pictures his own funeral taking place in a carnival atmosphere, watched over by quietly caring angels. Juxtaposing the large with the small, the ridiculous with the tragic and the magic of perfection with the charm of imperfection, the show highlights the strength and fragility of the clown, as well as his wisdom and kindness, to illustrate the portion of humanity that is within each of us.  The music turns lyrical and playful carrying Corteo through a timeless celebration in which illusion teases reality

The concept and disposition of the stage bring the audience in a theatrical atmosphere like never seen before in Cirque du Soleil arena shows.  The set curtains, inspired by the Eiffel Tower, and the central curtains, which were hand painted, give a grandiose feel to the stage.  This sets the tone for the poetry of Corteo.  The cast of Corteo includes 51 acrobats, musicians, singers and actors from all around the world.

‘Corteo’ Cirque du Soleil
DATES: Wed. Aug. 1, 2018 TIMES: 7:30 p.m.
    Thurs. Aug. 2       7:30 p.m.
    Fri. Aug. 3        7:30 p.m.
    Sat. Aug. 4      3:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
    Sun. Aug. 5       1 p.m. & 5 p.m.

TICKETS: starting at $36.  All seats are reserved, and tickets are available at Ticketmaster.Com, or at The Tom Bush Family of Dealerships box office, at Veterans Memorial Arena online, or by calling (800) 745-3000.

LOCATION: JAX Veterans Memorial Arena
      300 A Philip Randolph Blvd., Downtown
      Jacksonville, FL 32202
      (904) 630-3900

Sponsor: Cirque du Soleil gratefully acknowledges the official partner of the Corteo USA tour: Forsythe, A Sirius Company  Social media: Facebook, Twitter #CORTEO & Instagram #CORTEO

About Cirque du Soleil: Originally composed of 20 street performers in 1984, Cirque du Soleil completely reinvented circus arts and went on to become a world leader in artistic entertainment. Established in Montreal, the Canadian organization has brought wonder and delight to over 180 million spectators with 42 productions that have taken place in close to 450 cities in 60 countries. Cirque du Soleil currently has over 4,000 employees, including 1,300 artists, from nearly 50 countries. In 2017 alone, 19 shows are being presented simultaneously throughout the world.

SMG Jacksonville manages seven sports, entertainment, and convention venues on behalf of the City of Jacksonville. Their beautiful venues include:
EverBank Field, home of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Florida-Georgia, the TaxSlayer Bowl and Monster Jam.  Daily’s Place, a 5,500-seat amphitheater with concert programming year-round and an indoor practice facility for the Jacksonville Jaguars.  The Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, showplace of such entertainment greats as Kenny Chesney and Jimmy Buffett and home to the Arena Bowl XXIV Champions Jacksonville Sharks, the ABA Jacksonville.

'Luke Bryan' sings his way to JAX

For one night only, Luke Bryan - What Makes You Country Tour will be coming to Jacksonville, Florida with Special Guests - Jon Pardi and Morgan Wallen on Friday, June 22, 2018, at Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena. Why not do yourself a favor and get up close and personal with Luke Bryan, one of American Idol’s celebrity judges.

Country music superstar Luke Bryan is a two-time Academy of Country Music and Country Music Association Entertainer of the Year, a five-time host of the ACM Awards and performer of the national anthem at the Super Bowl in 2017. He has sold over 10 million albums; 40 million tracks and his songs have been streamed more than 3 billion times. He has had 18 career No. 1 singles and has headlined arena tours and sold-out stadiums across the U.S., performing for more than 5.6 million fans in the last three years alone.

When the sixth song from his “Kill the Lights” album hit the top of the chart, Luke became the only artist in the 27-year history of the Billboard Country Airplay chart to garner six No. 1 singles from one album.  Luke's previous two albums, “Tailgates & Tanlines” and “Crash My Party”, both generated five No. 1 singles.

Since the debut of his first album in 2007, Luke Bryan has placed 18 singles in the No. 1 spot, sold 10 million albums, 40 million tracks and accrued back-to-back double-platinum albums, earning the title of Top Country Artist at the Billboard Music Awards two years in a row. His now Platinum selling album “Kill the Lights” debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Top 200 and top Country Albums Charts, going on to become the best-selling country album of 2015.

    Luke Bryan
"What Makes You Country Tour"
with Jon Pardi and Morgan Wallen

DATE: Fri. June 22, 2018
TIME: 7 p.m.

TICKETS: $48 and $123.  All seats are reserved.  Tickets are also available at Ticketmaster.Com, or at The Tom Bush Family of Dealerships box office, (800) 745-3000. at Veterans Memorial Arena online, or by calling

LOCATION: JAX Veterans Memorial Arena
      300 A Philip Randolph Blvd., Downtown
      Jacksonville, FL 32202
      (904) 630-3900

James Taylor and special guest Bonnie Raitt comes to JAX

James Taylor and his All-Star Band with special guest Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Bonnie Raitt and her band are coming to Veterans Memorial Arena for one intimate and memorable night.  Tickets are going fast, so you better get yours today!

As a recording and touring artist, legendary singer/songwriter James Taylor has touched people with his warm baritone voice and distinctive style of guitar-playing for more than 40 years, while setting a precedent to which countless young musicians have aspired.  Inducted into both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, the world-renowned artist has sold more than 100 million albums since he was first signed by The Beatles to their Apple Records label, and he has earned 40 gold, platinum, or multi-platinum awards.  His Greatest Hits album alone sold more than 10 million copies.

For more than forty years, Taylor has been a musical compass for his fans, articulating moments of pain and joy, and letting his listeners know that they are not alone.  In 2015, James was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom.  In 2016, he was a recipient of the Kennedy Center Honor.

More than just a best-selling artist, respected guitarist, expressive singer, and accomplished songwriter, Bonnie Raitt has become an institution in American music.   The ten-time Grammy winner was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000 and the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2015.

James Taylor & Bonnie Raitt Tour

DATE: Tues. May 8, 2018
TIME: 7:30 p.m.

TICKETS: $99 and $65.  All seats are reserved, and tickets are available at Ticketmaster.Com, or at The Tom Bush Family of Dealerships box office, at Veterans Memorial Arena online, or by calling (800) 745-3000.

LOCATION: JAX Veterans Memorial Arena
      300 A Philip Randolph Blvd., Downtown
      Jacksonville, FL 32202
      (904) 630-3900

SMG Jacksonville manages seven sports, entertainment, and convention venues on behalf of the City of Jacksonville. Their beautiful venues include:
EverBank Field, home of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Florida-Georgia, the TaxSlayer Bowl and Monster Jam.  Daily’s Place, a 5,500-seat amphitheater with concert programming year-round and an indoor practice facility for the Jacksonville Jaguars.  The Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, showplace of such entertainment greats as Kenny Chesney and Jimmy Buffett and home to the Arena Bowl XXIV Champions Jacksonville Sharks, the ABA Jacksonville Giants and the Jacksonville IceMen.  The Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville, home of the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Florida vs FSU Baseball.  The Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts, stage to Broadway and music elite like Wicked, James Taylor and Diana Ross; and home of the FSCJ Artist Series of and the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra.  The Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, a historic renovated train station providing a unique venue for meetings, social events and conventions.  The Ritz Theatre and Museum, located in Jacksonville’s historic African American community of La Villa, celebrating the artistic culture of African American life in Northeast Florida and the African Diaspora with museum exhibits, concerts, films, lectures, dance and dramatic arts.  Committed to the Jacksonville community, the guests that enjoy their venues and the clients that utilize them, SMG Jacksonville provides the ultimate event experience in Northeast Florida.

Barry Manilow challenges Duval residents for a great cause

Pop music icon Barry Manilow hopes others will follow his philanthropic lead as he brings his Manilow Music Project to John E. Ford PK-8 School in Jacksonville, FL.  The legendary singer/songwriter plans to donate a Yamaha keyboard to launch a local music instrument drive.  Anyone who donates a new or gently used musical instrument will receive 2 free tickets (valid for pre-selected seat locations on a first come first serve basis) for Manilow’s February 18th concert at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts in Jacksonville.

The Manilow Music Project has conducted music instrument drives all over the country to assist local schools with their music programs.  “I’m thrilled to once again bring the gift of music to these kids,” added Manilow.  The Public Can Trade a New or Gently Used Musical Instrument for Free Tickets to Manilow’s February 18th concert in Jacksonville, FL.  The box office at the Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts will be the drop off point for the instrument drive now through February 18th.  Hours are Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

“If we do not inspire a love of the arts in our children, there will be no more arts for our children to love,” said Staci Kelly Pendry, General Music Teacher. “The Manilow Music project helps to give all students access to that inspiration through their love of music and generosity.  We are honored to accept this thoughtful gift on behalf of the John E. Ford PK-8 community.”

The Manilow Music Project (MMP) is part of The Manilow Fund for Health and Hope.  It was formed as a grass roots organization to assist local charities and programs.  Its primary focus is to provide musical instruments to high schools and middle schools and to provide music scholarships at universities throughout the US, Canada, and the UK.

Tickets are available online at Manilow.com, in person at the Moran Theater Box Office or by phone at 800-745-3000.

With worldwide record sales exceeding 85 million, Barry Manilow's unparalleled career encompasses virtually every arena of entertainment, including performing, writing, composing, arranging, and producing. A Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, Manilow has produced, arranged, and released more than 40 albums during the course of his career.  He has also written and produced songs for Barbra Streisand, Bette Midler, Dionne Warwick, and many more.  He has been honored with a Grammy, two Emmys, a Tony Award, an Oscar nomination, and a top selling autobiography.

SMG Jacksonville manages seven sports, entertainment, and convention venues on behalf of the City of Jacksonville. Their venues include: EverBank Field, home of the Jacksonville Jaguars, Florida-Georgia, the TaxSlayer Bowl and Monster Jam.  Daily’s Place, a 5,500 seat amphitheater with concert programming year-round and an indoor practice facility for the Jacksonville Jaguars.  The Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena, showplace of such entertainment greats as Kenny Chesney and Jimmy Buffett and home to the Arena Bowl XXIV Champions Jacksonville Sharks, the ABA Jacksonville Giants and the Jacksonville IceMen.  The Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville, home of the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Florida vs FSU Baseball.  The Times-Union Center for the Performing Arts, stage to Broadway and music elite like Wicked, James Taylor and Diana Ross; and home of the FSCJ Artist Series of and the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra.  The Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center, a historic renovated train station providing a unique venue for meetings, social events and conventions.  The Ritz Theatre and Museum, located in Jacksonville’s historic African American community of La Villa, celebrating the artistic culture of African American life in Northeast Florida and the African Diaspora with museum exhibits, concerts, films, lectures, dance and dramatic arts.