FAQ & Info
FAQ
Friday May 26, 2023 thru Sunday May 28 2023 in Rosemont, IL…just outside of Chicago.
BLOCKCON is the first ever New Kids On The Block fan convention. To commemorate the 15-year anniversary of NKOTB reuniting (OMG – can you believe it?) we wanted, no we NEEDED to celebrate this milestone anniversary with the Blockhead community. What better way to do that by coming together in Chicago WITH US and taking over an entire town for a weekend celebration of all things NKOTB.
This all-weekend immersive Blockhead fan experience includes an intimate one-of-a-kind NKOTB concert to kick off Friday night; Daytime panels and events on Saturday with NKOTB and Guests; special exhibits, a theme party on Saturday night and a farewell event on Sunday morning.
YES, YES AND YES!!
Tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, February 3 at Noon EST
YES! Block Nation Fan Club Members will get first access to tickets. Presale for Block Nation FC Members begins on Thursday, February 2 at NOON EST.
**If you last joined Block Nation in late 2021, your membership has expired, and you will need to RENEW your membership to get access to this presale.
To renew your membership (or join for the first time) CLICK HERE.
To get the best seats in the house at all Rosemont Theatre events as well as VIP amenities, you will want to purchase a FULL-SERVICE VIP PACKAGE.
You get the best seats in the house to all Rosemont Theatre events, a M&G photo with NKOTB (Photos taken in groups of 10), access to the VIP area at the Saturday night NKOTB Prom Theme Party; Sunday farewell event and more. Visit our ticketing page for full VIP Package description.
You get a reserved seat for all Rosemont Theatre events including NKOTB kickoff concert, entrance into all Saturday BLOCKCON Panels and Events; the Saturday night NKOTB Prom Theme Party, Sunday Farewell Event and more. Visit our ticketing page for full BLOCK PARTY TICKET PACKAGE description
No, there are no single day tickets available to BLOCKCON at this time.
BLOCKCON has arranged for DISCOUNTED BLOCKHED RATES at hotels close to the venues. Visit out Travel & Accommodations page for hotel deals.
Yes and No. Your ticket will get you into events at the Rosemont Theatre but you must check in at the BLOCKCON registration table to get your full event credentials. Details to be shared with all ticket holders in advance.
If they like fun and confetti….bring them!!
Yes, Tons!! Check out Rosemont.com for shopping, dining and entertainment options while you are in town
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Yes, this is an all ages event.
FRIDAY:
Registration: Open from 1pm until start of concert.
Registration is located in the lobby of the Rosemont Theatre
Concert: Doors for the concert will open at 7pm. Show starts at 8pm
SATURDAY PANELS:
Panels will take place at the Rosemont Theatre
The seat you have for the concert is the same seat as you have for the panels
Doors open at 9:30am
Panels 1&2 will begin at 10:30am*
Lunch Break
Panels 3&4 will begin at 2pm
*Once we get going with Panel 1, the rest of the days breaks and panel times are approximate.
SATURDAY NIGHT NKOTB PROM:
I’ll Be Lovin’ You Forever” NKOTB Prom will be at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. (across the street from Rosemont Theatre)
Doors open at 8pm
Party goes till….
SUNDAY FAREWELL EVENT:
Event will take place between 11am-1pm
Event will be at Impact Field (alternate location held for this event in case of inclement weather)
All official BLOCKCON activities conclude following this event
At Check-in, you will receive your BLOCKCON laminate and wristband. You MUST wear your wristband all weekend as that will be what you need to get in and out of all BLOCKCON events. You will also need to present your BLOCKCON Ticket on Friday night to get into the concert.
Yes, you will be able to re-enter events at BLOCKCON. You will need to show your official BLOCKCON wristband to re-enter these events.
YES! The BLOCKCON Merch Store will be located inside the lobby of the Rosemont Theatre. The merch store will open starting on Friday at 1pm and will remain open throughout the day/evening on Friday and during the day on Saturday. More details on Merch Store hours will be released closer to the event.
Rosemont Theatre
Parking is available close to all entrances of the Rosemont Theatre. Parking fee ranges from $15-$25 (Cash Only). Buses and limos are extra. Parking is open two hours prior to event. No tailgating is permitted.
Convention Center:
Click here for Convention Center Parking info
PUBLIC PARKING
Public parking is available in the William St. Garage and East Parking Garage.
Parking is $15.00* for 24 hours, no in & out privileges.
*Rate is subject to changeBaseball Stadium:
Click here for Baseball Stadium Parking info
PUBLIC PARKING
Parking in the garage adjacent to Impact Field is $3 per vehicle (Limited Availability). Additional parking is available in the Rosemont Entertainment District.
