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Everything you need to know ahead of The Wolfe Tones and The Script gigs at Thomond Park

Everything you need to know ahead of The Wolfe Tones and The Script gigs at Thomond Park

Irish Examiner11-07-2025
Thousands will flock to Thomond Park in Limerick this weekend as The Wolfe Tones and The Script take to the stage.
The Wolfe Tones will play two nights at the stadium, Friday night and Sunday night, while The Script will take to the stage at the Limerick venue on Saturday night.
Promoter MCD Productions has issued a public information notice to concert-goers ahead of the gigs to ensure a safe and fun weekend for all.
Getting there
Thomond Park is located on the Cratloe Road and is accessible from Junction 3 of the N18 or through the city.
Train: The Nearest station is Colbert Station in Limerick city centre. For information on train times, visit Irish Rail
Bus: Those attending the concert by bus can take bus routes 302, 303 and 306 from the bus and train station. Visit /Bus Éireann for more information on bus times.
Private coach operators: Bus set down, pick up, and parking will be facilitated within the road closure for one section of the North Circular Road and O'Callaghan Strand.
Car: Limited event parking is available but must be booked in advance via /Evntz App.
At the venue
MCD has warned that no camping or queuing is allowed before the doors open on all three nights.
'If patrons do turn up early, they will be turned away at restricted area points around the venue. Queuing in streets around the venue will cause disruption to residents of the area and we appeal to patrons to heed this advice and respect the local community. Customers should plan to be within the venue 30 mins before the show starts,' the statement read.
There are several entry routes to the stadium and concert-goers are advised to enter through the gate that is detailed on their ticket.
Concert-goers have also been advised that strict security checks will be in operation and that camping or collapsible chairs, bags larger than A4 size, glass or cans, umbrellas, alcohol, signs/flags bigger than A3 size, flag poles, flares, selfie sticks, iPads, laptops, cameras and audio recording equipment will not be permitted.
There is no re-admission to the concert, so if you leave the stadium, you will not be allowed to re-enter.
MCD has also reminded concert-goers that Thomond Park is in a residential area and appealed to those attending the gigs this weekend to respect the local community by not littering, not engaging in anti-social behaviour and by not parking illegally.
'Please respect the neighbours. Thank you for your support, and enjoy the concert,' the statement read.
Line-up
Ahead of their two nights at the stadium, Brian Warfield of The Wolfe Tones said they are 'truly humbled' by the incredible demand to see The Wolfe Tones live, and described it as 'an honour' to bring their music to such an iconic venue.
The Wolfe Tones will play the stadium this Friday and Sunday.
The Script, alongside special guest James Bay, will play the stadium on Saturday.
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