Paolo Nutini at Belsonic 2023: Everything you need to know before you go

Don't forget to download your tickets on Ticketmaster before you go 🎟

Scottish singer-songwriter Paolo Nutini is just hours away from headlining Belsonic 2023 👏

He sold out Custom House Square in record-time last year, so he's back for more and we cannot wait!

His music catalogue has so far brought him eight million global album sales, his last three albums all had hugely successful songs, including hits like 'New Shoes', 'Last Request', and 'Candy'.

The show tonight is sold-out, if you’re heading down to Ormeau Park there’s some important things you need to know before you go…

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!

Don't forget to download your tickets on Ticketmaster before you go

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 Paolo Nutini at Belsonic?

Nope! Tickets for Paolo Nutini have sold out!

Who will be supporting Paolo Nutini at Belsonic?

Julia Jacklin

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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, there will be showers in the late morning before becoming turning dry with sunny spells.

Scattered showers then build again during the afternoon. Maximum temperature 21 °C.

Check out some of the other big names coming to Belfast & Dublin before the end of the year 👇

Pet Shop Boys at Dublin’s 3Arena – Monday 19th June

Pet Shop Boys have today announced new 2023 UK and European dates including a show at 3Arena Dublin on June 19 for their critically acclaimed tour, 'Dreamworld: The Greatest Hits Live'.


Bringing their incredible show to more countries across Europe, the new 2023 tour dates kick off with a show in Rome on 13 June 2023 before taking in cities across the continent including Dublin, Paris, Helsinki and Copenhagen, closing in Gothenburg on 9 July 2023. The set list includes all 22 of their European Top 10 hits.

Artic Monkeys at Marlay Park, Dublin – Tuesday 20th June

Following news of their forthcoming album 'The Car', out on the 21st of October, Arctic Monkeys today announce the biggest UK and Irish tour of their career to date, with a show at Marlay Park on 20th June 2023.


The Hives and The Mysterines are special guests for these shows.

Lizzo at Belsonic – Thursday 22nd June

Global superstar Lizzo has announced a very special outdoor Belsonic performance for 2023 at Ormeau Park, Belfast on Thursday 22nd June.


A 3x GRAMMY® Award-winning singer, songwriter, rapper, actress, and so much more, Lizzo has shifted the sound, soul, and spirit of popular music and culture.

Sam Fender at Belsonic – Friday 23rd June

Following the news of two sold out stadium shows at Newcastle's St. James' Park, Sam Fender has announced his biggest ever Belfast date for next summer at Ormeau Park, Belfast on Friday 23rd June 2023.


Sam has made serious waves in the music industry since his debut single 'Play God' in back 2017 - and now, his second album is taking the world by storm, with huge tracks such as 'Seventeen Going Under' and 'Spit of You'.

Ben Nicky at Belsonic - Saturday 24th June

International DJ / Producer sensation Ben Nicky is pleased return to Belsonic at Ormeau Park on Saturday 24th June with one of the biggest electronic line-ups of the year!


Following his recent Belsonic sell out in 2021 and two SOLD-OUT CHSq shows in 2022, Ben will be Joined on the night by Ben Hemsley, Billy Gillies, David Rust, Fionn Curran and N-trance.

Dermot Kennedy at Marlay Park, Dublin – Friday 23rd & Saturday 24th June

Acclaimed singer/songwriter Dermot Kennedy has announced a headline concert at Dublin's Marlay Park on Friday 23rd June 2023.


A dynamic and powerful live performer, Dermot has become one of the biggest and fastest selling live artists ever following his historic run of Irish shows in 2022 - with eight huge concerts across Ireland.

Florence & the Machine at Belsonic – Wednesday 28th June

Florence + the Machine are pleased to return to Belfast to play their largest ever Irish show at Belsonic, Ormeau Park on Wednesday June 28th 2023.


London pop rock outfit Florence + the Machine burst onto the scene in 2009 with their debut album Lungs which quickly became one of the biggest-selling albums of the year with songs like 'Kiss with a Fist', 'Dog Days Are Over', and others proving incredibly popular in the UK charts.

The Weeknd at Marlay Park, Dublin – Wednesday 28th June

The Weeknd has just announced exciting new 2023 dates for the expansion of his After Hours Til Dawn Tour which include a Dublin date at Marlay Park on 28th June.


The completely sold out North American leg of the stadium tour was an incredible success breaking attendance records and grossing over $130 million dollars to date.

The Prodigy at Belsonic – Friday 30th June

The Prodigy has announced a very special outdoor performance for 2023 at Ormeau Park, Belfast on Friday 30th June 2023 with special guest, Andy C.


Following the bands incendiary and emotionally charged sellout tour of the UK last July, their first since Keith Flint passed away in March 2019, the band knew it was the right time for them to bring their unstoppable live performance back to the outdoor festival stages next summer.

Hozier at Malahide Castle, Dublin - Friday 30th June

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An instantly recognisable voice and stirring songcraft solidified Irish troubadour Hozier as a Grammy-nominated, award-winning multi-platinum singer and songwriter.

Bingo Loco presents LOCO LAND with Example, B*witched and ABBA Disco at CHSq

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Kodaline at CHSq - Friday 11th August

International chart-topping hitmakers Kodaline are pleased to announce a headline Custom House Square, Belfast show on Friday 11th August 2023.

Fresh from the release of their stripped-down live album Our Roots Run Deep and 2022 intimate UK/Irish tour.

'Our Roots Run Deep' was an important step for Kodaline, exposing connections in their music to early influences like Ray LaMontagne and to cult alt-rockers like Frightened Rabbit, which might otherwise get buried beneath their usual anthemic deliveries, worthy of Snow Patrol or Coldplay.

Bryan Kearney at CHSq - Saturday 12th August

International DJ & Producer Bryan Kearney has announced his biggest NI show to date at Custom House Square, Belfast on Saturday 12th August 2023.

A DJ of almost fifteen years' experience. A dedicated and driven individual with a relentless passion for all things energetic. A talented technician that has continued to climb through the ranks of global dance music to truly establish himself amongst the Dj'ing elite.

The Proclaimers at CHSq - Wednesday 16th August

Scottish music duo The Proclaimers are pleased to announce their biggest Belfast headline show to date at Custom House Square on Wednesday 16th August 2023.

Strikingly individual, twin brothers Craig and Charlie Reid emerged 34 years ago with their debut album This Is The Story and Top 3 single 'Letter from America'.

Belters Only at CHSq – Thursday 17th August

Following their sold-out Telegraph Building show last weekend, Dublin born dance chart sensations Belters Only are pleased to announce a huge Belfast headline show at Custom House Square on Thursday 17th August 2023.

Stiff Little Fingers at CHSq - Saturday 19th August

Following their SOLD OUT Custom House Square show in 2022, legendary NI Punks Stiff Little Fingers return to Custom House Square for another special night in Belfast on Saturday 19th August 2023.

They'll be joined with an all-star line-up of very special guests & friends including Peter Hook & the Light, Glen Matlock, The Starjets and DJ Terri Hooley.

Becky Hill at CHSq - Wednesday 23rd August

Two-time Brit-award winning singer-songwriter Becky Hill has announced her biggest Belfast headline show to date at Custom House Square on Wednesday 23rd August 2023.

Becky Hill doesn't do rules. A hit machine since her teens, the pop powerhouse has forged her own particular path to fame.

The Coronas at CHSq - Friday 25th August

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N-Dubz at CHSq – Saturday 26th August

English pop-hip-hop band N-Dubz have announced they will headline Custom House Square, Belfast on Saturday 26th August 2023.


The trio kicked off their massive SOLD OUT Back To The Future Tour UK tour this month, the tour is one of the largest selling Arena tours in the UK this year.


Demand for these shows has been exceptional making an N-Dubz ticket one of the hottest around.

Emerge – Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th August

EMERGE MUSIC FESTIVAL, Ireland's biggest Electronic Music Festival, is back in 2023 at Boucher Road Playing Fields, August Bank Holiday bank holiday weekend, following a sell out inaugural year. It promises to be bigger, better and bolder!


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Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds at Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Dublin - Sunday 27th August

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The Killers at Belfast Vital – Friday 1st September

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Blink-182, SSE Arena Belfast – Monday 4th September

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Shania Twain at Dublin’s 3Arena – Tuesday 19th & Wednesday 20th September

The best-selling female artist in country music history Shania Twain has announced today she will release her new album, Queen of Me, on February 3rd 2023 and will be touring the UK & Ireland!


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Lush! Classical, SSE Arena Belfast – Saturday 7th October

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Luke Combs, SSE Arena Belfast – Saturday 14th October

Country superstar and reigning CMA Entertainer of the Year Luke Combs will embark on an unprecedented world tour in 2023.


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Ciarán Bartlett: Belfast Giant, SSE Arena Belfast – Friday 10th November

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