Ed Sheeran at Boucher: Everything you need to know
It's almost time to party with Ed this weekend 👨🏻🦰
Last updated 12th May 2022
Excitement is building across Northern Ireland for global superstar Ed Sheeran's epic Mathematics Tour at Boucher Road Playing Fields on Thursday and Friday.
Over 80,000 fans, come rain or shine, will be rocking out to Bad Habits and Galway Girl under the night sky and Black Mountain backdrop.
The stage is 360 degrees in the round, so everyone in the crowd will be fully immersed in the concert.
Thursday night's show will be recorded for a major awards night in the US - the Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas.
Superintendent Amanda Ford said: "With 80,000 people attending the event, we are asking everyone if you are driving to the event, park in the city centre, walk to the event where you can or use the transportation that is available through Translink and Metro.
“We want people to stay safe, to enjoy the event and to do so responsibly."
To gain access to the concert you are required to bring your fully charged mobile phone - all tickets are digital.
There will be no ATM facilities available within the concert site - some of the retail outlets for food & beverages do not accept card payments.
What will the weather be like for Ed Sheeran in Belfast?
You should know by now that the weather here in Northern Ireland is never predictable. So best to come prepared for all seasons. Here's what the Met Office have reported...
Thursday: Largely dry and bright morning. Turning cloudier as showers build through the afternoon while winds back southwest and freshen. Maximum temperature 16 °C
Friday: Dry and increasingly bright with temperatures lifting, strong southwest winds should ease throughout the day. Highs of 17 °C
Where can I park for Ed Sheeran in Belfast?
There will be traffic congestion and traffic diversions on Boucher Road before and after the concert. There are a variety of nearby city centre car parks available 👇
• 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
What are the road closures?
The PSNI have a plan in place. Officers say some road closures can be expected from 9pm to midnight in the vicinity of Stockman's Lane and Kennedy Way, and the off-slips from the motorway.
They said significant disruption is not expected, but people leaving the event are asked to bear in mind the safety of the local community and to respect their rights as well.
What public transport is available?
Translink are running special rail and coach services, as well as a limited number of Metro shuttle bus services from the city centre.
Metro Nightmover Services will operate at 11:30pm from Belfast City Centre across the network.
Standard late evening Glider G1 services will operate serving McKinstry Road departing May Street and Dundonald Park & Ride departing Wellington Place.
Standard Metro fares will apply on both the enhanced Metro 9B and the Nightmovers service
How to pay:
- mLink Metro Single, Day, Weekly & Monthly Tickets
- Cash Fares Single & Day Tickets
- Smartcards: dayLink, Smartlink and iLink Cards
- Contactless Payments accepted onboard
When do gates open?
Gates will open at 4pm, there's plenty of room for all, so no need to get there early.
Under 16s should be accompanied by a person 18+. No children under 5 will be permitted entry even with a ticket.
What are the stage times?
Predicted stage times are...
6pm Denise Chaila
7pm Maisie Peters
8pm Ed Sheeran
It's believed that Ed should be finished up for 10.45pm on both nights.
What can I bring with me to the gig?
✅ Your DIGITAL ticket on your fully-charged mobile phone
✅ One small bag is allowed, but show organisers advise if it's not necessary, do not bring
✅ Valid form of Photo ID for bars
❌ Professional cameras, video and recording equipment are strictly forbidden
❌ Flag poles and selfie sticks are not allowed
❌ Any article that may be used as a weapon
Will there be food and drinks available inside Boucher Road Playing Fields?
There's a host of yummy food stalls and bars located across the Boucher Road Playing Fields sites.
You will not be permitted to bring food and drinks into the area.
Are tickets still available for Ed Sheeran in Belfast?
There are a limited number of tickets still available for the Friday night show, visit ticketmaster.ie for more info.
Check out the songs Ed will be performing at the show 👇
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