FireAid: A Complete Guide to the LA Wildfire Benefit Concerts | Entertainment & Arts News
Stars are slated to participate in charity concerts aimed at generating funds for wildfire relief in the Los Angeles region.
The two-part event is organized in response to the catastrophic wildfires that broke out on January 7, claiming at least 27 lives and burning 2,400 acres.
Here’s all the information you need about the concerts, including locations, timings, line-ups, how to purchase tickets, and how to stream from the UK.
When and where is FireAid taking place?
The concerts are scheduled for Thursday, January 30, at two separate venues in Inglewood, California: the Kia Forum, beginning at 6 PM local time, and the Intuit Dome, kicking off at 7:30 PM local time.
Due to the time zone difference, this means the concerts will start at 2 AM UK time on Friday, January 31, with the Intuit Dome concert commencing at 3:30 AM.
Who is performing?
Olivia Rodrigo, one of the performers at FireAid, captured on stage in Madrid last year. Pic: AP
So far, 27 performers have been announced, with 14 slated for the first show and 13 for the second.
Confirmed artists for the Kia Forum concert include:
Alanis Morissette
Anderson .Paak
Dawes
Dave Matthews and John Mayer
Graham Nash
Green Day
John Fogerty
Joni Mitchell
No Doubt
Pink
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Stephen Stills
Stevie Nicks
The Black Crowes
Confirmed performers for the Intuit Dome concert include:
Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas
Earth, Wind & Fire
Gracie Abrams
Jelly Roll
Katy Perry
Lady Gaga
Lil Baby
Olivia Rodrigo
Peso Pluma
Rod Stewart
Stevie Wonder
Sting
Tate McRae
When do tickets go on sale, what are the prices, and how can I purchase them?
Tickets will be available for purchase at 8 PM UK time tonight (12 PM PST) through Ticketmaster, with prices starting at $99 (£80.20) per ticket.
Organizers recommend that interested buyers enter the virtual queue on Ticketmaster 30 minutes prior to the sale.
The ticket obtained will only be valid for the venue selected, rather than for both concerts.
However, because the shows are at different times, attendees of the earlier Kia Forum concert can remain in the venue to watch the later Intuit Dome concert on screens, while those attending the Intuit Dome concert may enter early to view the Kia Forum concert on screens.
Doors for both events will open at 5 PM.
Fees for the venue and ticketing service have been waived.
Can I stream FireAid in the UK?
Absolutely, the event is set to be accessible across various major streaming platforms, including YouTube, Apple Music, Apple TV+, Netflix, Paramount+, Prime Video, the Amazon Music Channel on Twitch, and Spotify.
Where will the funds raised from the event go?
According to the organizers, all proceeds from FireAid will be allocated towards short-term relief efforts and long-term strategies aimed at preventing future fire disasters across Southern California.
All contributions will be managed by the Annenberg Foundation, as stated on the FireAid website.
