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Everything you need to know about Charli XCX's Dublin and Belfast gigs
Charli XCX is set to bring her BRAT tour to Ireland with two huge outdoor shows in Dublin and Belfast this June.
BRAT, the Ivor Novello-winning singer-songwriter's sixth studio album, made an indelible mark on the cultural zeitgeist when it was released last June, and now Irish fans will finally get a chance to see the songs performed live.
The acclaimed English popstar is set play Dublin's Malahide Castle and Belsonic, a music festival held at Ormeau Park in Belfast.
Find out everything you need to know about the hotly-anticipated gigs here.
When and Where
Charli XCX will take to the stage at Malahide Castle on 17 June and Belsonic Belfast on 18 June.
💚Following the release of the critically acclaimed album 'BRAT', electronic superstar @charli_xcx has announced shows at Malahide Castle, Dublin on 17 June and Ormeau Park as part of the @belsonicbelfast series on 18 June 2025.
🎟️Tickets on sale Friday at 12pm…
— Ticketmaster Ireland (@TicketmasterIre) November 20, 2024
Getting There
Malahide Castle, Co Dublin
As traffic delays are inevitable, concert-goers are encouraged to walk, cycle, use public transport and private coach services.
DART - Take the DART from any city centre station to Malahide station. The station is approximately a 15 minute walk from the castle.
Bus - Dublin Bus routes 42, 42d and 142 connect the city centre with Malahide village. Dublin Bus is also running a ConcertExpress service for all Malahide Castle concerts. For full details click here.
Please note: During the concert dates, Malahide Castle's car park will be closed from 2pm.
Approach route - Pedestrians will only be permitted into the grounds of Malahide Castle via Hogans Gate (near DART station). Pedestrians will not be permitted to enter through any other park gate.
Belsonic
Translink have put on a range of bus and train travel options for Belsonic 2025.
Bus - Special Goldliner coach services will operate from/to Foyle Street Buscentre for select Belsonic events. Tickets can be purchased online only.
Metro - Ormeau Park is serviced by the Metro 7 corridor and some Metro 6 services. Plan ahead with the Translink Journey Planner app or online.
Rail - There will be additional Rail Services to Ormeau Park running throughout Belsonic. All additional services depart from Lanyon Place Station.
Please note: There is no designated parking at the Belsonic concert site.
Opening time of the venues
Malahide Castle - Gates open at 5pm. No queueing allowed before the gates open. There are no re-admissions to the concert. If you leave, there is no re-entry.
Belsonic Belfast - Gates open at 6pm with organisers warning concert-goers not to arrive on site until close to that time. Last entry/gates close at 9.45pm sharp and there is an expected 11pm curfew.
Can I still buy tickets?
Nope! The tickets have long been snapped up for these gigs. Fans can keep an eye on Ticketmaster for official resale tickets and see if they get lucky.
Support act
Special guest for both gigs will be English indie pop musician The Japanese House.
Age restrictions
For Dublin and Belfast, under 16s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 25, who takes full responsibility and remains with them throughout the event. Gigs are not permitted for under 5s.
For Belsonic - front standing is for those aged 10 and above only.
What else should I be aware of
Malahide Castle and Belsonic are both standing only venues, and both concerts take place outdoors. Check the forecast and dress accordingly for Irish weather.
Strict security checks will be in operation.
Among the items not permitted are: bags larger than A4, glass or cans, umbrellas, parasols, alcohol, garden furniture, e-scooters and e-bikes, flares, professional cameras and audio recording equipment.
