Everything we know about unexpected interruption at Green Day concert in Detroit

DETROIT – The Green Day concert at Comerica Park in Downtown Detroit night was abruptly and unexpectedly interrupted on Wednesday night.

Here’s what we know so far.

Concert details

The concert at Comerica Park began at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4, 2024, as Green Day continues its “The Saviors Tour.”

The band began this tour July 29 in Washington, D.C. Detroit was the 18th stop, and Green Day is now heading to Coors Field in Denver for the next show on Saturday, Sept. 7.

Green Day announced this tour would take place as they celebrate the 30th anniversary of their Diamond album and the 20th anniversary of American Idiot.

What happened Wednesday

Fans were treated to a strange scene early in the concert.

Green Day was only about 15 minutes into their set when they were suddenly rushed off the stage without explanation.

A “show pause” sign took over the empty stage with the message, “Please, standby for details.”

The band returned about seven minutes later and continued playing from the same spot they left off.

Drone caused interruption

Officials from the Detroit Police Department provided some clarification about what interrupted the concert later in the night.

Apparently, Comerica Park security noticed a “potential safety issue” that turned out to be a drone.

The person flying the drone was found outside Comerica Park and detained.

Police said they are still investigating.

Green Day responds

At 9:58 p.m. Wednesday, the band posted on X:

“Detroit! Sorry for the delay in the show tonight, Stadium security had us clear the stage while they dealt with a potential safety issue. DPD quickly resolved the situation, and we were able to continue. Thanks for understanding.”