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It's all viva la vida in Melbourne this week and we've got the facts

After a frantic dash to nab tickets to the arena spectacular that is a Coldplay concert, it's finally almost time to watch the global superstars work their magic in Melbourne.
Due to sky-high demand, the ballad masters ended up adding extra shows, so Marvel Stadium will be abustle with Coldplay fans for four days, starting from Wednesday, October 30 through to Sunday, November 3.
Here's what we know so far about Coldplay’s Melbourne shows this week.
Coldplay will take to the stage at Marvel Stadium for their first Melbourne Music of the Spheres concert today (Wednesday, October 30). They'll also perform on Thursday, October 31, Saturday, November 2 and Sunday, November 3.
Marvel Stadium is right next door to Southern Cross Station, so public transport is by far the best option to get to the Coldplay Melbourne concert. Simply walk over the convenient footbridge to get from the platforms to the stadium entrance. For info on how to plan your public transport journey, head over here.
Gates open at approximately 5pm, while the music will kick off at 6.15pm, with Shone as the opening act. They'll be followed by Emmanuel Kelly at 6.45pm and Ayra Starr at 7.30pm. Coldplay are set to take to the stage at 8.45pm.
There are specific rules for what you can and can’t bring to Coldplay’s Music of the Spheres Tour in Melbourne. Here are the main things to remember.
You can bring:
Prams, pushers, eskies, bags and other belongings, however they must be able to fit safely under the patron’s seat without impeding access. Patrons are encouraged to travel without bags but, if a bag is necessary, it should be no larger than A4 size.
You can’t bring:
All the usuals, including glassware, banners larger than 1.6 metres, professional cameras, cans, laser pointers, confetti and more. Check out the full conditions of entry here. In good news, there is a complimentary cloaking service.
This won’t come as a shock to anyone, but demand for Coldplay tickets has been through the roof, especially given it’s their first time touring Australia since 2016. The superstars added additional dates for both their Sydney and Melbourne stops. General allocation for all dates is currently exhausted, but you can join the waitlist for resale tickets over here.
The setlist for Coldplay's first Melbourne show has now been revealed, here it is:
When you’re as big as Coldplay are, you don’t have one, nor two, but three opening acts. Look forward to Shone, Emmanuel Kelly, and Ayra Starr.
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