Ed Sheeran at MetLife Stadium Tonight: Set Times, Openers & Setlist
Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour rolls into East Rutherford for its second and final night at MetLife Stadium tonight. If you're heading to the show, here's exactly what time to arrive, who's opening, and what Sheeran's been playing on this leg of the tour.
This is night two of Sheeran's two-night MetLife Stadium run (September 4-5). Weather is looking clear for tonight - partly sunny, around 79°F with only a 5% chance of rain, so no weather delays expected.
Gates open in the afternoon, with BIIRD opening at 5:30 PM, Lukas Graham at 6:00 PM, and Macklemore at 6:45 PM. Ed Sheeran takes the stage at 8:00 PM. Based on recent Loop Tour shows, expect a career-spanning set mixing hits like "Shivers," "Castle on the Hill," "The A Team," and "Galway Girl" with new material from his album Play.
Set Times: What Time Does Ed Sheeran Go On?
| Act | Set Time |
|---|---|
| BIIRD | 5:30 PM |
| Lukas Graham | 6:00 PM |
| Macklemore | 6:45 PM |
| Ed Sheeran | 8:00 PM |
These are the confirmed set times used for the September 4 show at the same venue, and the same running order is expected again tonight. Recent Loop Tour stops have run until around 10:50 PM once Sheeran's full set wraps up, so plan for a show lasting a little over five hours from doors to final song.
Who's Opening for Ed Sheeran?
Three acts are on the bill supporting Sheeran on this run: Grammy-winning rapper Macklemore, Danish pop-soul act Lukas Graham (known for "7 Years"), and rising duo BIIRD opening the night. All three have been consistent openers across multiple Loop Tour stadium dates this summer.
What's on the Setlist?
Sheeran's Loop Tour setlist supports his eighth studio album, Play, blending newer singles like "Azizam," "Old Phone," and "Sapphire" with a long run of career hits. Based on his most recent shows on this tour, expect a set built around: "You Need Me, I Don't Need You," "Shivers," "Castle on the Hill," "The A Team," "Sapphire," "Don't," "Eyes Closed," "Tenerife Sea," "Wake Me Up," "Sing," "Give Me Love," and "Galway Girl," among others. The exact song order and any surprise additions can vary night to night, so treat this as a strong guide rather than a guarantee.
Getting to MetLife Stadium
MetLife Stadium sits in the Meadowlands Sports Complex in East Rutherford, NJ, a short distance from the American Dream mall, which is a popular alternative parking and pre-show food option when stadium lots fill up. NJ Transit runs dedicated train service to the Meadowlands from New York Penn Station on event days, which is generally the easiest way in given how heavy the traffic gets around a sold-out stadium show.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Ed Sheeran come on stage tonight?
8:00 PM, following openers BIIRD (5:30 PM), Lukas Graham (6:00 PM), and Macklemore (6:45 PM).
Who is opening for Ed Sheeran at MetLife?
Macklemore, Lukas Graham, and BIIRD.
How long is the Ed Sheeran Loop Tour concert?
Recent shows on this tour have run until around 10:50 PM after an 8:00 PM start, so roughly 2.5 to 3 hours for Sheeran's set alone.
How old is Ed Sheeran?
He was born on February 17, 1991, making him 35 as of this tour.
What's the best way to get to MetLife Stadium for the concert?
NJ Transit's dedicated Meadowlands rail service from New York Penn Station is the most reliable option on event nights; the American Dream mall nearby is a common backup for parking and food if stadium lots are full.