We’re still enjoying the summer season and festival season here at VIP HQ.
And we know that the rest of the country is too.
Galway Summer Sessions is taking place from August 9th to August 28th. And if you’re heading along to one of the gigs then here’s what you need to know!
What time do the doors open at?
For each show the carpark opens at 6pm and then the gates open at 7pm.
The show starts at 7:30pm and last entry is 10:30pm.
There will strictly be no queueing. Patrons are advised to allow an extra two hours to travel to the event and pass through security checks.
Who is playing?
Well it’s all go so here’s what you need to know!
9th: Fatboy Slim supported by Sasha Gigi
10th: Madness supported by Lightning Seeds
11th: Belters Only supported by D.O.D
16th: Two Door Cinema Club supported by Disgusting Sisters
17th: The 2 Johnnies
19th: The Waterboys supported by David Kitt
23rd: The Wolfe Tones supported by Brógeal
24th: The Coronas supported by The Clockworks
27th: Pixies supported by Newdad
28th: James Arthur supported by Neve
Are there tickets still available?
Tickets are still available for Madness, Belters Only, Two Door Cinema Club, The 2 Johnnies, The Waterboys, The Coronas, Pixies and James Arthur.
Head to Ticketmaster to nab yours.
How to get to Galway Airport
Plan and book your return travel arrangements in advance allowing an extra two hours travel time to and from the venue. There is no pedestrian access to or from the site – plan your journey accordingly.
As traffic and parking delays are inevitable you are strongly encouraged to use shuttle and private coach services available. Promoters do not operate transport to/from the venue, this is a matter for customers to arrange in advance.
By TRAIN: Irish Rail provide great links to Galway City (Ceannt station) from all over the country. Train times and information can be found at www.irishrail.ie.
By BUS (Shuttle Service): Expressway will be running return services between Eyre Square to Galway Airport (MCD Concerts). Tickets can be booked here
By BUS (Private Coaches): Follow the event signage to the bus parks where there will be options to park or drop off within the site – no advance booking required.
By CAR: There is concert car parking available. To avoid disappointment, pre-book your parking as soon as possible via Evntz App. Visit www.evntz.ie to download the app.
Car parks will open at 6pm each day and close immediately after each show. All vehicles must vacate the site each night – no overnight camping permitted. Do not park illegally or at nearby off-site locations – towing will be in operation.
By TAXI: Car/taxi drop-off is available within the site via the GREEN gate off the R339.
What do the route colours mean?
There are a number of entry points to the stadium. You must enter through whichever gate is detailed on your ticket.
There are two entry points to the site – the GREEN gate is for buses, taxis and drop offs via the R339, and the BLUE gate is for audience parking via Junction 19 only.
Please do not attempt to drop off outside the venue or on nearby roads, as this is dangerous due to no footpaths.
What is the age limit?
Under16s MUST be accompanied at all times by a Parent/Guardian over 25, take full responsibility and remain with them throughout the event.
Strict age monitoring in place. Unaccompanied under 16’s will be refused entry without refund. Recommended no under 5s.
Where can I collect my tickets?
There will be one box office located by the main entrance at the GREEN gate, ahead of the ticket check point. We encourage you to download your tickets to your phone ahead of the event – don’t wait until the day!
What about accessibility?
MCD cannot amend or move any ticket bookings.
Accessible ticket holders do not need to contact MCD. They will be contacted directly regarding accessible parking/drop-off locations. All accessible parking must be arranged in advance.
What can I bring with me?
The list of items you can’t bring with you is pretty extensive.
Strict security checks will be in operation. Everyone will be subject to a search permissible under law, per the Purchase Policy. It is a condition to entry, to protect everyone’s safety. Additional searches may take place once inside the venue.
Patrons are especially advised not to bring large bags/backpacks as they may experience delays or be refused entry. There will be no storage facilities on-site. Any items left at entrances / in surrounding areas will be removed and disposed of accordingly.
Bags larger than A4, glass or cans, umbrellas, alcohol, garden furniture, selfie sticks, flares, flags/ banners larger than A3, professional cameras and audio recording equipment will not be permitted.
Items left unattended will be removed and disposed of accordingly. Full list of prohibited items please click here.
What else do I need to know?
- Due to health and safety, there are strictly no camping/collapsible chairs/stools permitted in the venue. Please do not bring these items as security will have to refuse you entry with them.
- Galway Airport is a standing only venue. All events will take place rain, hail or shine under canvas. Please check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for Irish weather – think wellies, boots or runners, layers, raincoats/ponchos and suncream but remember no umbrellas.
- Strict security checks will be in operation. Everyone will be subject to a search permissible under law, per Purchase Policy. It is a condition to entry, to protect everyone’s safety. Additional searches may take place once inside the venue.
- Patrons are especially advised not to bring large bags/backpacks as they may experience delays or be refused entry. There will be no storage facilities on site. Any items left at entrances / in surrounding areas will be removed and disposed of accordingly.
- Bags larger than A4, glass or cans, umbrellas, alcohol, garden furniture, selfie sticks, flares, professional cameras and audio recording equipment will not be permitted. See the full list of prohibited items on Prohibited Items | MCD.ie.
- Obey the stewards and Gardaí and instructions given over the public address for your own safety.
- There are no re-admissions to the concert. If you leave, there is no re-entry.
- Promoter reserves the right to refuse admission without refund to anyone
who fails to comply with these T&Cs, as agreed by customer and per Ticketmaster Purchase Policy. - Don’t rush to exits after the concerts.