Zach Bryan broke the Bryce Jordan Center’s attendance record. How it ranks among other events
Country music star Zach Bryan broke two Bryce Jordan Center records Tuesday when he brought his “The Quittin Time Tour” to Happy Valley.
The 27-year-old not only broke the BJC’s attendance record with 15,950 fans — surpassing the previous record of 15,316 set by Metallica in 2018 — but is also the venue’s highest grossing tour. The record was set by Bruce Springsteen in 2023.
In a press release, Al Karosas, general manager at the Bryce Jordan Center, said they’re “thrilled” to be part of Bryan’s historic night.
“His exceptional talent and magnetic stage presence continue to resonate with fans, and we are honored to have hosted such a monumental event,” Karosas said.
What are some other highest attended events at the BJC? The list of the Top 10 attended events includes concerts — the Dave Matthews Band is on the list twice — and an NBA exhibition game.
Here’s a look:
- Zach Bryan, 15,950 people on March 12, 2024
- Metallica, 15,316 people on Oct. 20, 2018
- Shania Twain, 15,274 people on Dec. 19, 1998
- Dave Matthews Band, 15,225 people on April 5, 2002
- Kanye West, 15,134 people on Sept. 30, 2016
- Billy Joel and Elton John, 15,030 people on Jan. 16, 2002
- 76ers vs. Wizards exhibition game, 14,962 people on Oct. 22, 2001
- Dave Matthews Band, 14,925 people on Dec. 8, 2000
- Bon Jovi, 14,758 people on Feb. 9, 2011
- Bruce Springsteen, 14,755 people on March 18, 2023
- Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, 14,743 people on June 21, 2006
- Grateful Dead - Rock for Change, 14,713 people on Oct. 13, 2008
