Kneecap at Fairview Park in Dublin: How to get there, set list, ticket information and more

West
Belfast
rap trio
Kneecap
–
Móglaí Bap
,
Mo Chara
, and
DJ Próvaí
– will take to the stage in
Dublin's
Fairview Park
on Thursday, June 19th.
With their politically provocative lyrics, working-class commentary and dramatic live sets, Irish language group Kneecap have grown in popularity at home and abroad.
Member Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, who performs as Mo Chara, was
charged last month with a terrorism offence
for allegedly displaying a Hizbullah flag at a gig in London last November. He is due appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court the day before the gig on Wednesday, June 18th.
If you are planning on heading to the Kneecap concert at Fairview, here is everything you need to know.
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When and where is it?
Kneecap play Fairview Park in Dublin on Thursday, June 19th.
What time should I arrive?
Gates open at 7pm, and the show is likely to begin at 8pm. No queuing is allowed before the gates open. Concertgoers should plan to be within the venue 30 minutes before the show starts. There are no readmissions to the concert if you leave. Gigs at Fairview Park tend to wrap up at about 10.30pm.
Who is playing?
Support acts for Kneecap include Better 4 U singer
Gemma Dunleavy
and Irish postpunk band
Gurriers
.
What songs will Kneecap play?
Kneecap's set list will likely be similar to that played at their gig in Barcelona on June 8th:
Intro
It's Been Ages
Thart agus Thart
Better Way to Live
Sick in the Head
Your Sniffer Dogs Are Shite
I'm Flush
I bhFiacha Linne
Fine Art
The Recap
Rhino Ket
Guilty Conscience
Get Your Brits Out
H.O.O.D
How do I get to and from the gig?
Fairview Park is within walking distance of Dublin city centre, and very accessible by public transport. You are encouraged to walk, cycle or avail of public transport to get to the gig – driving a car to the site is not advised.
Travel by train/Dart:
Dart services will run as normal to and from the site. Clontarf Road Dart station is about a 10-minute walk from the event. The last southbound train, running towards Connolly Station, departs Clontarf at 12:16am, while the last train north leaves shortly before midnight.
Travel by bus:
Dublin Bus runs plenty of services to Fairview Park bus stop, which is only a couple of minutes from the site entrance. Buses are available from Eden Quay (14, 15, 27a, 27b), Abbey Street Lower (6, H1, H2, H3, 130) and Talbot Street (42, 43).
Irish Concert Travel is running a same-day return bus to the gig from cities and towns around Ireland, including Donegal town, Sligo, Longford, Ballina, Mullingar and Galway city. Buses to Concerts are offering a similar service from the likes of Belfast, Newry, Dundalk and Drogheda.
Travel on foot:
Fairview Park is walkable from the city centre. It should take less than 40 minutes on foot from O'Connell Street to the park.
Travel by car:
You are advised not to travel to the event by car, as there will be no local parking facilities near Fairview Park.
Are there any tickets left?
The gig is sold out. Fans can check Ticketmaster for official resale tickets.
Remember to download your tickets to your phone in advance, in case any issues arise around internet connection at Fairview Park.
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Screenshots may not work on the day, as Ticketmaster often use live or dynamic barcodes that update regularly. Fairview Park's box office is located beside the site's entrance near Annesley Bridge Road.
What is security like?
Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult to be permitted entry. You are advised to bring an official form of identification – ideally a passport, Garda age card or driving licence.
Bags will be searched, and bringing a large bag or backpack may lead to significant delays or even entry being denied. Umbrellas, alcohol, garden furniture, professional cameras or recording equipment, glasses and cans are prohibited.
What does the weather look like?
Met Éireann
has said it looks set to be a warm and humid day on Friday. Predominately dry with sunny spells, though there is a chance of isolated showers. Highest temperatures will range from 20-24 degrees.

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