The Killers at Belfast Vital: Stage times & important gig info

Author: Emma DicksonPublished 29th Aug 2023
Last updated 29th Aug 2023

The Killers return to Belfast this weekend for VITAL 2023, at the Boucher Road Playing Fields on Friday 1st September.

The Las Vegas band returns to the city for the first time since 2019 and their catalogue speaks for itself.

The Killers formed in 2003 and have gone on to become one of the biggest bands in the world with over 25 million albums sold wordlwide.

They have headlined the world’s biggest festivals (including Glastonbury, Coachella and Lollapalooza) and the countdown is on until they hit the stage in Belfast.

Irish singer/songwriter Cian Ducrot was recently announced as support for the night, alongside music legend Jonny Marr.

If you're lucky enough to get your hands on tickets, there's some important info you'll need to know before you go...

Are there tickets left for The Killers at Belfast Vital?

There are still a limited number of tickets available for those who wish to attend Belfast Vital. They can be purchased at ticketmaster.ie

🚨 Beware of fake ticket sellers 🚨

What are the stage times for The Killers at Belfast Vital?

🎤 Gates open - 4pm

🎤 6:15 - Cian Ducrot

🎤 7:30 - Johnny Marr

🎤 8:45 - The Killers

The concert is expected to end before 11pm.

Important ticket info:

Over 16's, ID required. Children below this age may be accompanied by a parent/guardian over the age of 25 years old. Up to two under-16s may attend per parent or guardian.

How to get to The Killers at Belfast Vital 👇

Vital organisers are encouraging concert goers to use public transport.

If using public transport the closest train station would be Balmoral Station, which is a 15/20 minute walk from the site.

If using buses you can get the 9A /9B or 9E bus from the city centre, this will bring you less than 10 minute walk from the festival site.

Translink are running additional VITAL services on Friday, with tickets available ONLINE ONLY – for more info & times CLICK HERE

What time do the roads the close for Belfast Vital?

Road closures will be in places from 10.30pm on Friday 1st September on Boucher Road, Stockman's Lane and motorway off-slip at Stockman's Lane.

The ONLY designated taxi pickup/collection point will be located on Apollo Road and Wildlflower Way/Falcon Road.

Do's and Don'ts for The Killers at Belfast Vital

✅ Plan your journey before you go

✅ Dress appropriately `and always be prepared for the weather

✅ Respect the property and privacy of the residents and businesses close to Boucher Road Playing Fields

✅ Bring your Photo ID if you would like to purchase alcohol

✅ Arrange lifts/pick-ups after the show due to traffic restrictions

❌ Do not bring alcohol, food, drinks, glass, cans, fireworks, umbrellas, poles, laser pens , pointers, fold-up chairs

❌ Do not bring professional audio or visual recording equipment

❌ Football or GAA tops will not be permitted on the concert site

❌ Do not buy tickets from unofficial sources

❌ Do not rush the exits after the concert

❌ No moshing, crowd surfing or other anti-social behaviour will be allowed

Take a look back at some of the BIGGEST hits from The Killers 👇

Mr. Brightside


Human


Somebody Told Me


When we were young


All These Things That I've Done


Read My Mind


Smile Like You Mean It


The Man


Spaceman


Runaways


Read more:

Cian Ducrot to support The Killers at Belfast Vital next month

New rom-com series set and filmed in Belfast to air next month

August's rare Super Blue Moon will be visible this week over NI

How to listen to Cool FM:

Tune into Northern Ireland’s number 1 for music, Cool FM on 97.4FM, online, on our Rayo app, your DAB radio, or say ‘Play Cool FM’ on your Smart Speaker. We play you the biggest hits from the world’s hottest artists, from Pete Snodden in the morning to the NI Hit 40.