The Kooks at Fairview Park: Stage times, set list, ticket information, how to get there and more

The Kooks move in their own way. The band recently celebrated the 15th anniversary of their debut album, Inside In/Inside Out, with a tour playing the coveted record top to bottom and some other hits thrown in, too. The record remains, for many, a time capsule of 2006 in all its post-punk and Britpop glory.

Frontman Luke Pritchard said in a statement announcing the tour: “We wanted to play all the songs from the album along with some fan favourites spanning our entire career as a thank you to our fans for all the love that’s kept the album alive, growing and finding new ears since we put it out in the noughties.”

This week they’re back on this side of the pond to perform the show for their Irish fans. So what can we expect from the concert?

When do they play?

The concert is on at Fairview Park, north of Dublin city centre on Wednesday, June 28th.

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What time should I arrive?

Gates open at 7pm and the gig starts at 7.30pm. Organisers have said due to increased traffic and security measures, concertgoers should be there in sufficient time. No queuing is allowed prior to the gates opening.

Who are the support acts?

Fresh from their set with Rick Astley at Glastonbury, indie band Blossoms will be warming up the stage for the lads. Indie rock band The Lathums will also be supporting on Wednesday.

How do I get there – and home again?

Organisers have said fans should allow for at least an extra two hours travel time to and from the venue. As traffic and parking delays are inevitable, you are encouraged to walk, cycle, use public transport and private coach services. There are no car parking facilities on site and fans have been advised not to park illegally in surrounding residential areas.

By Dart: The Dart will run services to and from the concert. If you are planning on using the Dart, you can get off at Clontarf Road station. More information can be found at irishrail.ie.

By bus: Dublin Bus will run services within walking distance of the concert. From the city centre, the buses leave from Eden Quay (12, 15, 27a, 27b), Abbey Street Lower (6, H1, H2, H3, 130) and Talbot Street (42, 43). Fans should get off at Fairview Park bus stop.

There will be signs on approach to the concert, which will take place at the Annesley Bridge end of Fairview Park. If you have any accessibility queries regarding accessible toilets, dietary or medical requirements, see mcd.ie for details on how to get in touch prior to the event.

What will they play?

When playing a set at Neighbourhood Weekender music festival in the UK last month, the band played the following songs:

• Always Where I Need to Be
• See the World
• Sofa Song
• Eddie’s Gun
• Ooh La
• You Don’t Love Me
• She Moves in Her Own Way
• Bad Habit
• Connection
• Cold Heart
• Jackie Big Tits
• Seaside
• Do You Wanna
• Junk of the Heart (Happy)
• Naive

Are there any tickets left?

Yes. There are still some tickets up for grabs at ticketmaster.ie. Buy tickets from accredited sources only.

What’s the story with security?

The concert is strictly over-16s; bring your passport, Garda age card or driving licence as evidence of your date of birth. Allow time for security checks on the way in. Bags larger than A4 size will not be permitted and all bags may be searched, and this can be time-consuming, so consider going bagless for easier entry. There will be no cloakroom or storage facilities. No umbrellas, alcohol, garden furniture, selfie sticks, flares, glasses or cans, among other items, will be allowed into the event. There are no readmissions to the concert, so once you leave there’s no getting back in.

Can I take photographs at the concert?

Yes, but only with a smartphone or small camera. Professional cameras with a detachable lens and any other recording equipment are banned.

What’s the weather forecast?

Met Éireann is forecasting scattered clouds and a maximum temperature of 20 degrees. While the day might start with some showers in the area, things should clear up for revellers at Fairview.