Bon Jovi Brings the Forever Tour to Madison Square Garden
Bon Jovi rolls into Madison Square Garden on Tuesday, July 7 at 7:30 PM ET, and the Garden crowd is going to be loud. MSG is indoor, so once you’re through the doors, the show goes on no matter what’s happening outside.
Getting There: Plan Around the Rain
The trip to the venue is where tonight’s forecast actually matters. The National Weather Service is calling for rain showers likely before 2 PM, with showers and thunderstorms likely into the evening — a 67% chance of precipitation, a high near 77°F, and a northeast wind around 14 mph. Temperatures dip to around 74°F by afternoon.
That means your commute — walking from the subway, a parking garage, or a rideshare drop-off — could get wet and gusty. Build in extra time to get inside comfortably instead of rushing through a downpour at the last minute. Once you’re in the building, forget the forecast completely.
Gear Up for the Show
This is a Bon Jovi night, so dress the part. Rep your fandom with a Bon Jovi t-shirt, or grab a Bon Jovi hoodie if you want something warmer for later in the evening. A Bon Jovi hat rounds out the look, and a Bon Jovi poster makes a great keepsake to bring home from the Forever Tour.
MSG shows get loud fast, so if you’re sensitive to sound, tuck a pair of concert ear plugs high fidelity in your pocket — easy to slip in during the encore without missing a note.
Practical Tips
- Arrive early. Doors typically open well before the 7:30 PM start, and getting in ahead of the rain-soaked rush will save you a headache.
- Parking: MSG sits above Penn Station, so nearby garages fill up fast on show nights — reserve ahead if you’re driving, or take the train straight into the building.
- What to bring: Check MSG’s bag policy before you head out — smaller bags move through security faster, especially with a bigger crowd funneling in around forecasted storms.
- Layer up: Arena air conditioning can run cool once you’re seated, so a light layer under your Bon Jovi gear isn’t a bad call for the second half of the show.
Get in dry, get inside early, and let Bon Jovi handle the rest.