Everything you need to know ahead of summer gigs at St Anne's Park

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5 days ago

It's set to be a stunning summer of music, with some of the hottest gigs of the season kicking off across the weekend.
St. Anne's Park is one of the venues boasting an impressive lineup this summer, with a handful of major acts taking to the stage in Clontarf.
If you're heading for a day of fun in the sun and epic tunes from Friday, here's everything you need to know! It's set to be a stunning summer of music, with some of the hottest gigs of the season kicking off across the weekend. Pic: Mariano Regidor/Redferns Friday May 30th: Inhaler, Blossoms, Gurriers, Scustin
Saturday May 31st: The Lumineers, Michael Marcagi
Sunday June 1st – Rew!nd: Billy Ocean, The Boomtown Rats,
ABC, Matt Goss, Boyzlife, Midge Ure, Tiffany, Toyah, Jerry Fish, Something Happens
ABC, Matt Goss, Boyzlife, Midge Ure, Tiffany, Toyah, Jerry Fish, Something Happens Wednesday June 4th – Macklemore, Rudimental, Allie Sherlock
Friday June 6th – Stereophonics, James Bay
Saturday June 7th – The 2 Johnnies, Vengaboys, Basshunter
Sunday June 8th – The Corrs, Imelda May, Natalie Imbruglia St. Anne's Park is one of the venues boasting an impressive lineup this summer, with a handful of major acts taking to the stage in Clontarf.
Gates open at 5pm for most gigs, with the shows starting at 6pm.
This is except for Rew!nd where gates are 2pm and the first act is 3pm.
There is strictly no queuing allowed prior to gates opening.
Patrons are advised to allow sufficient time to travel to the event and pass through security checks. If patrons do turn up early they will be turned away at restricted area points around the event site. If you're heading for a day of fun in the sun and epic tunes from Friday, here's everything you need to know! Pic: Anthony Pidgeon/Redferns
Due to safety precautions, there are strictly no camping/collapsible chairs/stools permitted on site.
Patrons are being advised not to bring large bags/backpacks as they may experience delays or be refused entry. Any items left at entrances/in surrounding areas will also be removed and disposed of accordingly.
Bags larger than A4, glass or cans, umbrellas, alcohol, garden furniture, e-scooters and e-bikes, flares, professional cameras and audio recording equipment will not be permitted.
Please see full details of prohibited items here. Gates open at 5pm for most gigs, with the shows starting at 6pm.
There will be two routes of entry – the BLUE and GREEN route. You may enter through whichever of these is most convenient for you. Please note: both routes require an approximate 1.3km walk from park entrance to concert arena.
• GREEN ENTRANCE: Sybil Hill onto main avenue.
• BLUE ENTRANCE: All Saints Road, via Tennis court entry.
There is no entry or exit from Mount Prospect Avenue.
Organisers are advising patrons to book their return travel in advance and to give at least an extra 2 hours travel time to and from the venue.
Traffic and parking delays are set to be evident on the day, with patrons being encouraged to walk, cycle, use public transport and private coach services. By DART: The DART will run services to and from the concerts each day. Please alight at HARMONSTOWN DART station.
By BUS: Dublin Bus run services that will bring you within walking distance of the concert site.
From Abbey St Lower – 6, H1, H2, H3. More info here.
There is also no public parking at this event, the car parks in St Anne's are not open to the public during events.
There is one box office / guestlist point on the main avenue, adjacent to where the GREEN and BLUE routes meet.
Under 16's MUST be accompanied at all times by a Parent/Guardian over 25, who takes full responsibility and remains with them throughout the event. Those under 16 who are unaccompanied will be refused entry without refund.
The promoter reserves the right to refuse admission without refund to anyone who fails to comply.
Recommended no under 5's. The 2 Johnnies is 14+.