Dublin’s traditional folk singer-songwriter, Damien Dempsey, is set to play two back-to-back concerts in his hometown this weekend.
The Dubliner played to two gigs in the Iveagh Gardens in 2023 and much to the delight of his fans, he’s back again.
If you are heading to one of the gigs to see Dempsey, keep reading to find out everything you need to know.
When does he play?
Damien Dempsey plays Dublin’s Iveagh Gardens on Friday, July 19th, and Saturday, July 20th.
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What time should I arrive?
Doors open at 6.30pm on Friday and Saturday, with the gig set to start at 7.20pm on both evenings.
Who is the support act?
Gemma Hayes is the support act for Friday’s show and is due on stage at 7.20pm, followed by Dempsey at 8.30pm.
On the Saturday, Gareth Dunlop will warm up the crowd from 7.20pm before Dempsey takes to the stage at 8.30pm.
Are there any tickets left?
At the time of writing there are still some tickets available on the Ticketmaster website. Buy tickets from official sources only.
How do I get there and home again?
There is no car parking available at the venue, however, there are car parks located around the city centre. The closest is Q-Park at Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre. Pre-booking is available at q-park.ie.
Luas, bus and rail transport options can all bring you within a short walk of the venue. Plan your journey online from anywhere in Ireland via the journey planner at transportforireland.ie.
What will Damien Dempsey play?
At his concert at London’s Electric Ballroom in March, Dempsey’s set list looked something like this:
- Almighty Love
- Negative Vibes
- Bustin Outta Here
- Apple of My Eye
- Chris and Stevie
- Patience
- The Body of an American
- Serious Rocky Road to Dublin
- NYC Paddy
- Colony
- Party On
- Sing All Our Cares Away
Encore:
- Factories
- It’s All Good
What’s the story with security?
All under-18s must be accompanied by an adult. Only bags under A4 size will be permitted into the venue and bags will be subject to a search.
Items not permitted include any article that may be used as a weapon, bottles, cans, flasks, frisbees, illegal substances, scooters, skateboards, flag poles, selfie sticks, flares, laser devices, prams/push chairs, inflatable and folding chairs, large suitcases/rucksacks, laptops, illegal merchandise items, umbrellas, hampers, cold boxes, air horns, alcohol, drinks, food and animals (except service dogs and guide dogs).
There will be food and drink available to purchase at the gigs but fans should note it is a cashless venue and there is no ATM on site, so make sure to bring card payment or keep your phone charged for electronic cards.
Any person deemed to be offensive or abusive, or who may compromise public safety, will not be admitted and may be reported to Gardaí. There will be a first aid post at the venue staffed by trained medics.
Can I take photographs at the concert?
Yes, but not with a professional camera including those with a detachable lens.
What’s the weather forecast?
Friday is forecast to be a mostly dry day with sunny spells and scattered cloud. According to Met Éireann, it will be quite warm in sunshine with highest temperatures of 18-23 degrees.
At the time of writing, Saturday is forecast to see rain gradually spread eastward through the day with highest temperatures of 17-20 degrees.
