Festival season is coming to a close across Northern Ireland
Belfast Vital is back in Boucher Road Playing Fields for another big year of shows.
Tens of thousands of fans are expected to travel to South Belfast on Thursday, August 28, for Sam Fender and Friday, August 29, for Kneecap and Fontaines D.C.
To save you from having to stress about all the finer details and plan your night easily, we’ve put together this handy guide – including how to get there, gate times and more.
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Here is what you need to know ahead of Belfast Vital 2025:
Who is performing at Belfast Vital 2025?
This year, two massive concerts are set to take over Boucher Road Playing Fields.
They are:
- Sam Fender – August 27 (tickets still available)
- Fontaines D.C – August 29 (sold out)
What are the gate times for Belfast Vital?
Sam Fender – Thursday 28:
Gates: 4pm
Show starts: 5pm
Fontaines D.C. – Friday 29:
Gates: 5pm
Show starts: 6pm
Stage times for either of the two gigs have not yet been announced but keep an eye out on Belfast Vital’s social media pages for any further updates.
Who are Sam Fender and Fontaines D.C. support acts for Belfast shows?
Sam Fender will be supported by:
Fontaines D.C. will be supported by:
- Kneecap
- Chalk
- Dead Dads Club
How do I get to the Boucher Road Playing Fields for Belfast Vital?
If you are attending either of the two shows, organisers are asking concert-goers to plan their journeys in advance.
Boucher Road is really accessible via public transport and those attending are asked to make use of this facility as there is no parking available in the vicinity of the venue.
Fans are advised to park in the City Centre and either walk to the concert or avail of the Translink Metro and rail Services.
For more detailed information about travel to and from Boucher Road, see HERE
Can I bring a bag with me to Belfast Vital?
Concert promoters are asking those attending not to bring a bag unless it is totally necessary.
If you must bring a bag it needs to be smaller than A4 size. Bags under A4 size will be subject to a search.
Patrons are advised not to bring backpacks or large handbags as they will be refused entry.
For a full list of what you can and can’t bring to the show, see here
Is there parking at Boucher Road Playing Fields?
Boucher Road is really accessible via public transport and those attending are asked to make use of this facility as there is no parking available in the vicinity of the venue.
As there are no parking facilities or taxi drop-off points at the concert venue, parking is available at the following car parks:
• Q-Park Saint Anne’s Square – 24hrs
• Q-Park Victoria Square – 24hrs
• Corporation Square – 24hrs
• Cromac Street – 24hrs
• Corporation Street – 24hrs
• Dunbarr Street – 24hrs
• Exchange Street – 24hrs
• Frederick Street – 24hrs
• Kent Street – 24hrs
Belfast Vital age restrictions:
A strict age policy will be in place. The promoter reserves the right to refuse admission without refund to anyone who fails to comply.
SAM FENDER: Recommended over 16’s. Up to two under-16s can go to the Sam Fender concert as long as they’re accompanied by a parent or guardian 25+.
FONTAINES D.C: strictly over 16’s. ID required. Strict age monitoring will be in place. Under 16’s will be refused entry without refund.
Belfast Vital weather forecast
Fans should remember a coat when heading to Belfast Vital this week as the weather is forecasted to be wet.
For Thursday, the Met Office said: “A bright start in the east but turning showery everywhere with some sharp showers and the risk of thunder, quite blustery in showers too. Maximum temperature 17 °C.”
Kneecap and Fontaines D.C. fans can expect “sunny intervals changing to light showers by late morning” on Friday.
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