Your Ultimate Guide to Belsonic 2021

Find out everything you need to know ahead of Gerry Cinnamon tonight 🙌

Author: Emma Dickson

Local fans sold out Gerry Cinnamon's Belsonic gig in a matter of minutes last year. Due to phenomenal demand, the Scottish singer added another Ormeau Park date, which has limited tickets left.

Gerry's debut album Erratic Cinematic was released in September 2017, and since he's then he's played at some of the world's biggest festivals, with hits such as 'Belter' and 'Sunqueen.'

Last weekend saw international DJ Ben Nicky take to the stage, and the crowds were bouncing. We've no doubt Gerry will bring the same energy and atmosphere to the Belsonic again this weekend.

So if you're lucky enough to have secured a ticket, find out everything you need to know before you make your way to Ormeau Park 👇

What will the weather be like?

Tonight should stay dry, it will stay cloudy across Belfast with patchy light rain or drizzle.

Saturday afternoon should brighten up as the clouds break away, a minimum temperature 10 °C.

How old do you need to be to attend?

Gerry Cinnamon is a 16+ event, ID is required for entry at the gates.

Is there parking available?

There are NO parking facilities on site, event organisers are advising those attending the gigs to use public transport.

Translink will operate a bus between Belfast City Centre and Ormeau Park, plus late-night bus and train services to get you home.

For more information on train and bus times CLICK HERE

When do gates open?

Gates open at 5pm to allow extra time for entry requirement checks re: Covid-19 status.

Covid-19 status info

In order to gain access to Ormeau Park, ALL ticket holders will need to demonstrate their COVID-19 Status on entry by providing ONE of the following, listed below:

  • Proof of full vaccination - both doses received (at least 14 days prior to the event)
  • Proof of a negative NHS Lateral Flow Test (taken no more than 48 hours prior to the event)
  • Proof of natural COVID antibodies based upon a positive NHS PCR test within 180 days of the event

Can you bring food and drinks into the festival with you?

No food or drink is allowed in, there will be security checks at the front gates. You can purchase food and drinks from the catering facilities inside the gates.

Who else is performing?

Included in tonight's Belsonic lineup is Circa Waves and Dea Matrona.

Are tickets still available?

There are a handful of tickets available for Friday night's gig on September 10th.

You can purchase tickets via ticketmaster.ie

Check it out some fo the other acts performing in Belfast this year 👇

Foy Vance, Empire Music Hall, September 2021

With new music, comes a whole new tour. Vance announced details of 'An Evening With Foy Vance' his upcoming UK & US tour to celebrate the album's release. And of course, Belfast is included, with an intimate performance in The Empire Music hall on Sunday 12th September 2021!

Dermot Kennedy, Ormeau Park, September 2021

Following his largest ever SOLD OUT Belfast show to date at Belsonic in Ormeau Park, Dermot Kennedy is pleased announce a second headline show - Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th September 2021.

Liam Gallagher, September 2021

Liam is scheduled to return to Belfast on Friday 24th September 2021. He'll be joined on stage by Bristol rock band IDLES - who actually have a link to Belfast. Their guitarist Mark Bowen hails from Northern Ireland.

AVA Festival, Boucher Road, September 2021

Set to take place at Boucher Road Playing Fields from 24-25th September 2021, this is going to be a huge event for electronic dance fans. The open air site offers a signature set-up blending industrial design with music, and visual electronic artists.

Laura Marling, Ulster Hall, October 2021

Laura Marling just announced a headline Belfast show at Ulster Hall on Monday 11th October 2021. This will be Laura's first headline tour in the UK in over five years!

Rag ‘n’ Bone Man, Waterfront Hall, October 2021

BRITs Critics Choice award winner Rag'n'Bone Man is coming to Belfast's Waterfront Hall on 19 October 2021! The tour announcement comes ahead of release of the multi-platinum singer's highly anticipated sophomore album, Life by Misadventure.

Dappy, Limelight, October 2021

Dappy well known for his time with N-Dubz, is back in Belfast this autumn, headlining at Limelight 1 on Sunday 24th October 2021. Dappy released his debut solo album, 'Bad Intentions', in 2012, and since then has put out a number of standalone singles and EPs, as well as guesting on other artists' tracks.

Fatboy Slim, Telegraph Building, October 2021

One of dance music's most iconic figures comes to The Telegraph Building this October to help Shine celebrate their 25th Birthday! Norman Cook AKA Fatboy Slim can't wait for his first Belfast show since Belsonic 2016! You don't want to miss this birthday gig - Saturday 23rd October 2021.

Shane Todd, SSE Arena, November 2021

We're all in need of a laugh right now! Due to phenomenal demand Shane Todd has added a second date to his solo arena show, 'Chancer' on Saturday November 13th 2021. This will be the sixth solo show for one of Northern Ireland's biggest stand up stars.

Belfast Girls LIVE, SSE Arena, November 2021

Big Bernie, Betty, Shankill Joe and all your favourite characters are back and ready to party - kicking off November 5th 2021 at The SSE Arena Belfast. Packed with all new hilarious songs and some old favourites! This is a comedy play you definitely don't want to miss!

Steps, SSE Arena, November 2021

Three years after they staged the most successful comeback of the decade, pop legends STEPS return once again with their exciting new 'What The Future Holds' Tour. They will be joined on stage with special guest Sophie Ellis Baxter on Monday 15 Nov 2021.

Ryan McMullan, Waterfront Hall, November 2021

Following his largest headline show to date at Custom House Square in 2019, Ryan McMullan has sold out one show at Belfast's Waterfront Hall, and has now added an extra date! The Portaferry singer-songwriter who supported Foy Vance and Ed Sheeran is back Friday 19th & Saturday 20th November 2021.

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