George Ezra at Belsonic 2023: Everything you need to know before you go

Published 8th Jun 2023
Last updated 8th Jun 2023

BRIT Award-winning, multi-platinum-selling musician George Ezra is back in Belfast, this time to headline Belsonic 2023.

We cannot wait to hear ‘Green green grass’ tonight, hopefully under a ‘blue blue sky’. And with Gavin James on the bill also, it's going to be an extra special night.

George recently performed in Belfast to a sold-out SSE Arena, so if you missed out on tickets for that you can catch ‘The Gold Rush Kid’ this time round.

There are a limited amount of tickets left, visit ticketmaster.ie for more info.

If you’ve already got yours and are heading down to Ormeau Park tonight, there’s some important things you need to know…

What time do gates open at Belsonic 2023?

Gates open at 6pm.

Curfew is 11pm.

We'll keep you posted on stage times as soon as they're released!

Where can you park at Belsonic?

Organisers are advising those attending the gigs to use public transport as there are NO parking facilities at the site.

Translink are running special bus, coach and rail travel services for Belsonic events - for more info visit translink.co.uk/belsonic

Are there still tickets available for George Ezra at Belsonic?

There's a limited amount of tickets left, you can purchase them via ticketmaster.ie

Who will be supporting George Ezra at Belsonic?

Gavin James

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We'll keep you posted on stage times as soon as they're released!

Is there food and drink at Belsonic?

There are a number of food and drinks stations dotted across the site, so there will be plenty to eat and drink throughout the night.

Things you CANNOT bring with you to Belsonic 2023

❌ Alcohol

❌ Food

❌ Fireworks or flags

❌ Umbrellas

❌ Foldable chairs or garden furniture

❌ Professional recording equipment (audio or visual)

What will the weather be like this weekend?

According to forecasters, any early cloud soon clears to leave a warm, dry and sunny day. Light easterly winds keep eastern coasts cooler. Maximum temperature 20 °C.

Take a look back at some of George Ezra's biggest hits:

10) 'Listen to the Man'

Released in 2014, this upbeat song was awarded Platinum by the BPI for 600K sales. The hilarious music video starred George battling for the camera with Sir Ian McKellen, who agreed to be in the video and lip syncs the lyrics throughout.


Watch the music video for George Ezra's 'Listen to the Man' on YouTube here!

9) 'Pretty Shining People'

Released in 2019, the amazing 'Pretty Shining People' is another Platinum certified hit! The cheerful track was accompanied by a funny music video showing George's demo track being marketed by a team of kids - from smile training, to outfits and dance lessons!


Watch the music video for George Ezra's 'Pretty Shining People' on YouTube here!

8) 'Anyone For You'

Released as the first single from his third album 'Gold Rush Kid', we were graced with the stunning 'Anyone For You' in 2022 as George made his grand return to the charts! Hitting Number 12 in the charts, the upbeat track was an immediate hit with fans!


Watch the music video for George Ezra's 'Anyone For You' on YouTube here!

7) 'Green Green Grass'

It's safe to say that George's hit 'Green Green Grass' is huge summer song, with the bop being released as the second single from his album 'Gold Rush Kid'. The playful tune hit Number 9 in the charts, and gives us total summer vibes!


Watch the music video for George Ezra's 'Green Green Grass' on YouTube here!

6) 'Come On Home For Christmas'

Who doesn't love a Christmas hit?! Released in December 2021 with Amazon Music, George graced us with 'Come On Home For Christmas'. The beautiful melodic track was a hit with fans, climbing to the Number 8 spot in the charts.


Watch the music video for George Ezra's 'Come On Home For Christmas' on YouTube here!

5) 'Hold My Girl'

George's sweet song 'Hold My Girl' was released in 2018, and after peaking at Number 8 in the UK Chart, it's no surprise that the melodic track is now certified 2 x Platinum by the BPI after selling 1,200,000 copies.


Watch the music video for George Ezra's 'Hold My Girl' on YouTube here!

4) 'Blame It on Me'

Released in 2014, George Ezra's 'Blame It on Me' has proven to be one of his most popular songs, peaking at Number 6 in the UK Charts. With a playful melody and stand-out vocals, it's no surprise the track has become one of George's most popular!


Watch the music video for George Ezra's 'Blame It on Me' on YouTube here!

3) 'Budapest'

George's legendary bop 'Budapest' is certainly one of his most popular, peaking at the impressive Number 3 spot in the UK Charts and becoming a signature track for the artist. The song's release back in 2014 catapulted George's music career, and has since sold over 3,600,000 copies in the UK becoming certified 6 x Platinum by BPI.


Watch the music video for George Ezra's 'Budapest' on YouTube here!

2) 'Paradise'

'Paradise' was released back in 2018, and is no doubt one of George's most popular songs, reaching Number 2 in the UK Charts! The upbeat track is now certified 3 x Platinum in the UK.


Watch the music video for George Ezra's 'Paradise' on YouTube here!

1) 'Shotgun'

Coming in at the top spot is none other than George Ezra's iconic track 'Shotgun'. Released in 2018, the track quickly flew to the Number 1 spot, becoming one of his most popular tracks of all time. The upbeat bop, with playful backtrack and feel-good music video, has become a signature track for the singer, is now certified 6 x Platinum by BPI, and has become the sound of pretty much every summer.


Watch the music video for George Ezra's 'Shotgun' on YouTube here!

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