Trojan Nights

The Brian Kern Family Stadium at the Beacom PREMIER Complex is located on Dakota State University’s campus in Madison, S.D. The facility is located at 610 NE 11^th Street.

Free parking is available beginning at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 27. The stadium gates open at 5 p.m., and the concert begins at 6 p.m.

Guests with disabilities will find accessible parking, restrooms, concessions, and seating. Call 605-256-5666 for more information on accessible seating.

• No outside alcohol, beverage, or food may be brought into the facility.
• NO aluminum, glass, metal, or steel bottles/containers.
• NO hydration packs
• The venue is tobacco free. Prohibited tobacco items include: cigarettes, cigars, electronic cigarettes, chewing/smokeless tobacco, sniff/snus, pipes, water pipes, bidis, and kraters, vapes, or vape refills.
• Concessions, including food, non-alcoholic, and alcoholic beverages, will be available throughout the stadium.
• To purchase alcohol, you must be 21+ and show a valid ID at designated stations to receive a wristband.
• All transactions are credit card only.

Pets are not permitted within DSU athletics facilities. Service animals are permitted.

• Opaque bags larger than 4.5" x 6.5" will not be allowed in any of our venues. Patrons who are in possession of items that are larger than this bag size shall be denied entry. Under no circumstances will an employee accept a bag for "safe keeping,” take possession of any such bag, or otherwise control such bag.
• Guests may enter the building with a clear one (1) gallon zipper lock type bag. A clear stadium bag that is no larger than 12" x 12" x 6" is an acceptable alternative to the zipper lock type bag. Tinted bags are not permitted.
• Small opaque bags, clutch purses, and fanny packs no larger than 4.5” x 6.5” are permitted.
• Clutch bags (4.5" x 6.5" or smaller) that have a single over the shoulder, or cross-body strap that are made of a canvas, nylon, or leather material are permitted.
• Ticketed guests are permitted to bring in one (1) bag only.
• NO backpacks.
• NO chains, chain wallets, or spike jewelry.
• Diaper Bags are allowed (after inspection).

ALL BAGS ARE SUBJECT TO SEARCH

Banners and signs are allowed if they are in good taste, non-commercial, no larger than 8.5" x 11”, and do not obstruct views or facility signage. They cannot be on poles or hung in a fixed location. Staff reserves the right to remove any banner or sign.

Only still cameras are permitted, provided there is no flash that may distract the artists. However, no tripods, detachable lenses, or similar devices are permitted. Video cameras and drones are not allowed.

The Beacom PREMIER Complex is a cashless facility. Credit cards, including Trojan Silver, are accepted.

Flash photography from phones is prohibited.

The following behavior is prohibited:

• Abusive, foul, or disruptive language and obscene gestures
• Fighting, taunting, or threatening remarks or gestures
• Obscene or indecent clothing
• Inappropriate displays of affection
• Sitting in a location other than your ticketed seat
• Interference with the event
• Trespassing into restricted areas
• Any activities prohibited by law

Event Management and Police Department personnel reserve the right to remove any fans who disobey any policies or present a safety risk.

Designated areas are available for dropping off passengers at the Beacom PREMIER Complex.

Follow all directions from event personnel in case of an emergency. Familiarize yourself with exit locations.

Locations of first aid stations are directly inside the main entrance of the Brian Kern Family Stadium and staffed by regional medical personnel. In case of emergency, dial 911.

Lost items are kept at the information tent depending on the event venue. Unclaimed items (except clothing) are turned over to Events Staff after the event. For information on lost items, please contact 605-256-5666.

Contact event staff or go to the venue’s information tent (see map above) immediately if your child is lost.

• Anyone needing prescription medicine at the event must present the pharmacy-labeled container which states the medication, dosage, and patient name to our medical staff at each entrance gate. Patrons are only allowed a sufficient supply of the prescribed medication for that day.
• If you’re bringing prescription medication, be sure that the name on the label matches the name on your ID.
• Medicines needing to be inhaled or smoked are prohibited unless in a prescribed inhaler.
• Over-the-counter medications are allowed in a sufficient supply for the event. Bottle contents will be verified by medical personnel at the entry gates.

Parking will be free for the concert. Lots open at 3 p.m. There are various parking lots available for patrons surrounding the venue that will be first-come, first-served. If possible, we ask that you carpool with other concertgoers to help relieve traffic congestion. From Route 34 in Madison, head north on Washington Ave. S. Follow the event traffic parking signage and traffic attendants will direct you to a parking lot from there. 

• One (1) CLEAR bag made up of clear zipper lock type plastic no larger than one (1) gallon, or clear plastic, vinyl, or pvc, and no larger than 12” x 12” x 6”. Small opaque bags, clutch purses, and fanny packs no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”. Clutch bags (4.5" x 6.5" or smaller) that have a single over the shoulder, or cross-body strap that are made of a canvas, nylon, or leather material are permitted. (See Full Bag Policy below)
• Cameras (basic point and shoot consumer-grade cameras) without detachable lenses. Accessories including monopods, selfie sticks, tripod, GoPro mounts, and other attachments are not allowed. No flash photography.
• Flat seat cushion
• Extra clothing
• Diaper bag (after inspection)
• Banners and signs not larger than 8.5” x 11”, provided they are in good taste and not of a commercial nature
• Binoculars
• Sunscreen in non-aerosol containers is allowed in the size of 3.4 ounces or less
• Personal size hand sanitizer
• Medically necessary items (see Medical section)

• NO bicycles, skateboards, skates, hoverboards, Segways, or electric scooters
• NO chairs or stools
• NO blankets, towels, or sheets
• NO coolers (exceptions may be made for medical use)
• NO drugs or drug paraphernalia
• NO eye drops
• NO weapons of any kind (guns, ammo, knives of any size, tasers, pepper spray/mace, etc.)
  • This also applies to off-duty law enforcement and concealed carry permits
• NO strollers
• NO umbrellas of any size
• NO walkie talkies or two-way radios
• NO large full head masks, including headdresses
• NO laptop computers or tablets
• NO lasers or pointers
• NO metal aerosol containers, including sunscreen, pepper spray, bug spray, or spray paint (non-flammable are permitted)
• NO flashlights
• NO flammables (fireworks, explosives, road flares)
• NO flyers, samples, giveaways, or promotional items
• NO noisemaking devices
• NO balls or frisbees

Accessible restrooms are available throughout the facility.

All Dakota State University facilities are tobacco-free. Prohibited tobacco items include: cigarettes, cigars, electronic cigarettes, chewing/smokeless tobacco, sniff/snus, pipes, water pipes, bidis, and kraters, vapes, or vape refills.

Patrons refusing to follow tailgating rules will be asked to leave university property.

1. No glass bottles, kegs, or open fires.
2. Tailgating is limited to one parking spot.
3. No blocking access for other participants.
4. Clean up and dispose of trash before departing.
5. Be considerate and respectful of others.
6. All patrons under 21 are strictly prohibited from consuming alcoholic beverages on university property.
7. DSU prohibits the use of hard alcohol on campus premise.
8. Those who chose to tailgate and consume alcohol must do so in a legal and responsible manner.

Come celebrate with us at Trojan Nights. Public tickets are now available for community members. Each ticket will be $75. Please note that event attendees must be 16 years of age or older.

Ticket sales are online only through Monday, August 26; on Day of Show, August 27, they will be available at the box office on site at the Beacom PREMIER Complex.

The concert is exclusively sponsored by First PREMIER Bank and PREMIER Bankcard.

Purchase Tickets Here

Please see below for important purchase instructions: 

1. You have the option to select reserved seats on the field (Sections K) OR general admission seat in the west grandstands (Section 109), based on availability at time of purchase.
2. Click on your desired section/ticket type.
3. Select how many tickets/seats you would like to purchase and hit continue.
4. Enter your contact information and hit continue.
5. Enter code "MADISONDSU" in the access code box and hit continue. If you are purchasing more than one ticket, click "Copy to other attendees" to apply this code to both tickets.
6. Review your order details on the checkout summary page and hit continue.
7. Enter your payment details and hit pay now.
8. Check your email for your order confirmation and save your tickets to your phone's wallet.
9. Join us on August 27 for Trojan Nights! Doors open at 5 p.m.

Ushers and security are there to assist you and enforce facility rules. Treat them with courtesy and respect. Their role is to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for all guests.

For information not listed here, please contact 605-256-5666.