Best Seats for Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band
What makes a good seat at an All Starr Band show?
The stage has two drum kits, usually set up side by side in the middle. For much of the show Ringo sings at the front of the stage while Bissonette keeps the beat, and when Ringo returns to his kit the two play together. Sitting near the center lets you see both. Seats far to the side can lose part of the drum riser behind speakers or the other musicians. Read why Ringo has a second drummer.
The band also rotates: Steve Lukather, Colin Hay and Hamish Stuart each step up to sing their own hits, so a central seat gives you the best view of everyone.
Where should I sit at the amphitheaters?
Bethel Woods (Sept 25) and PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel (Sept 27) both have a covered pavilion with reserved seats and a lawn behind it.
| Area | Why pick it | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Pavilion, center | Clear view of both drum kits and the vocals out front | Highest prices |
| Pavilion, sides | Still under cover and close | Angled view of the drum riser |
| Lawn | Cheapest way in; Bethel face values start at $49.50 | Far from the stage and open to the weather |
At Bethel Woods, Reserved Lawn and the Premium Box Seat Bundle are venue add-ons worth a look if you want a guaranteed spot. It is an outdoor site in late September, so bring a layer for the evening.
Where should I sit at Forest Hills Stadium?
Forest Hills Stadium (Oct 1) is an open-air stadium in Queens and the place where the Beatles played in August 1964. The lower sections near the center give you the best view of the drum kits, while the upper rows are farther away but take in the whole scene. It is outdoors in October, so dress for the night air. Tickets here are sold through AXS.
Where should I sit at the Portland arena?
Cross Insurance Arena (Oct 3) is the only arena on the run and Ringo’s first ever Portland show. Floor seats near the center are closest, but lower bowl seats facing the stage often give a better, raised view over the crowd. Avoid seats at a sharp angle beside the stage.
Where should I sit in the theatres?
Six shows are in theatres and music halls, and these are the most intimate rooms on the tour:
- State Theatre, Easton (Sept 24): the VIP pit puts you right at the front, with only 100 VIP packages.
- American Music Theatre, Lancaster (Oct 6): four price levels from $179 to $369; the top level is closest to the stage.
- Palace Theatre, Albany (Oct 7): the final 2026 show.
- Toyota Oakdale Theatre, Wallingford (Oct 4)
- The Anthem, Washington DC (Sept 28)
- MGM Music Hall at Fenway, Boston (Sept 30)
In a theatre, the front of the balcony can be as good as mid-floor seats, because you look down onto both drum kits instead of over the heads in front. Very close seats at the far sides are the ones to avoid. Check the seat map for each venue before you buy.
Which seats give the best value?
Center seats a little farther back usually beat side seats close to the stage. At the amphitheaters the lawn is the budget option. On resale, the cheapest listings on the tour started around $29 to $35 in September 2026. See ticket prices and VIP packages to compare, or check all tour dates.
Does the view change when Ringo is out front?
Yes, a little. When he sings at the front of the stage, even side seats get a good look. When he goes back to the drums, the center seats win, since the kits sit further back on the stage.
What will I see and hear?
About 1 hour 45 minutes of music, from Yellow Submarine and With a Little Help From My Friends to Africa, Down Under and Pick Up the Pieces. See the setlist and what to expect.
Best seats: frequently asked questions
What are the best seats for a Ringo Starr concert?
Center seats facing the stage, so you can see Ringo out front and both drum kits when he returns to drum beside Gregg Bissonette.
Is the lawn worth it at Bethel Woods?
It is the cheapest way in, from $49.50 including fees, but it is far from the stage. Pavilion seats give a much better view.
Where should I sit at Forest Hills Stadium?
Lower sections near the center have the best view. The upper rows are farther away. It is an open-air venue, so dress for the weather.
Are balcony seats good at the theatre shows?
Front balcony seats can be very good, because you look down onto both drum kits. Avoid far side seats close to the stage.
Which shows are in the smallest venues?
The theatre shows: Easton, Lancaster, Albany, Wallingford, plus The Anthem in DC and MGM Music Hall in Boston.