Donald McLean III (October 2, 1945) is an American singer and songwriter best known for his hit song entitled “American Pie” from 1971. Born in New Rochelle, New York, his early musical influences included Buddy Holly and Frank Sinatra. As a teenager, McLean gained an interest in folk music and, in particular, the Weavers’ 1955 recording, At Carnegie Hall. McLean left Villanova University after several months. He connected with a famed folk music agent, Harold Leventhal, and stayed with him for several months. For the next several years, McLean performed at events and venues such as Troubadour in Los Angeles, the Cellar Door in Washington, D.C, the Newport Folk Festival, The Bitter End, and The Gaslight Café in New York. Throughout his career, McLead released many projects on different record labels. A few of them are United Artists Records, EMI Records, Curb Records, and Capitol Records. His major studio albums include Don McLean (1972), Homeless Brother (1974), Prime Time (1977), Chain Lightning (1978), Love Tracks (1987), and Addicted to Black (2009).

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Essential Event-Day Checklist

Before You Leave

Digital Tickets: Download tickets to your phone's wallet now. Venue Wi-Fi is notoriously unreliable.
ID Check: Bring a valid photo ID; many venues require it for entry or "Will Call" pickup.
Bag Policy: Most venues enforce clear bag policies or limits (typically A4 size or smaller). Check the specific venue site to avoid being turned away.
Cash & Cards: While many venues are now cashless, bring some cash as a backup.

Pro-Tips

Power Up: Bring a portable power bank. Using your phone for video and ride-sharing will drain your battery fast.
Hearing Safety: Use high-fidelity earplugs to enjoy the event while protecting your hearing.
Hydration & Energy: Eat a full meal and stay hydrated beforehand.

Dress for Success

Footwear: Wear broken-in sneakers or boots. You could be standing for 3–5 hours; avoid new shoes.
Layer Up: Wear light layers (flannel or light jacket). Venues can range from chilly to very hot.
Style: Be yourself, but it always helps to have pockets or a small crossbody bag to keep essentials secure and hands-free.

Logistics & Safety

Arrive Early: Get there 60 minutes before doors to beat the merch and security lines.
Transport: Pre-book your ride share or scout parking garages in advance to avoid post-show surges.
Stay Safe: Identify your nearest exit upon arrival and designate a meeting spot for your group.

Don McLean Schedule

Date	Venue	Location
Sat, May 16 at 7:30pm	Honeywell Center	Wabash, IN
Fri, May 22 at 8:00pm	Edmond Town Hall	Newtown, CT
Sat, May 23 at 8:00pm	Suffolk Theater	Riverhead, NY
Thu, May 28 at 7:30pm	Riviera Theatre North Tonawanda	North Tonawanda, NY
Fri, May 29 at 9:00pm	Caesars Atlantic City	Atlantic City, NJ
Sat, May 30 at 8:00pm	Wind Creek Event Center	Bethlehem, PA
Fri, Jun 5 at 8:00pm	Peppermill Concert Hall	West Wendover, NV
Sat, Jun 6 at 7:00pm	Westgate Las Vegas Casino and Resort	Las Vegas, NV
Sat, Jun 13 at 7:00pm	Suquamish Clearwater Casino	Suquamish, WA
Sat, Aug 1 at 7:30pm	The Murphy Theatre	Wilmington, OH
Fri, Aug 21 at 7:00pm	Marion Cultural and Civic Center	Marion, IL
Fri, Aug 28 at 7:30pm	Mabee Center	Tulsa, OK
Sat, Aug 29 at 7:00pm	Fillmore New Orleans	New Orleans, LA
Sun, Aug 30 at 7:00pm	House of Blues Houston	Houston, TX
Fri, Sep 25 at 7:30pm	North Shore Center	Skokie, IL
Thu, Nov 5 at 8:00pm	Belly Up Tavern	Solana Beach, CA
Sun, Nov 8 at 7:00pm	Coach House	San Juan Capistrano, CA

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