Hi, Bill! Welcome to the board!
The VIP package is really worth it this year! All those who purchase get a little private concert - here's a bit from one private show in Louisiana:
And here's a vid from a show in North Carolina:
Each one's a little different, but afterwards, so far, everyone's gotten their picture taken with Jewel and you can have something signed. Those usually go by pretty quickly, but, in my opinion, the little intimate private show before the big show is definitely what makes it worth it.