Glen Hansard at Iveagh Gardens: Stage times, set list, ticket information, weather and more

Lead singer and founding member of The Frames Glen Hansard, takes to the stage at Dublin’s Iveagh Gardens on Saturday, July 6th. Hansard is also one half of folk duo The Swell Season, along with Czech pianist and vocalist Markéta Irglová. The two share an Academy Award for Best Original Song for Falling Slowly, from the film Once, in which they both starred. Hansard has released five solo albums, including the Grammy-nominated Didn’t He Ramble (2015), as well as a number of EPs. His most recent album, All That Was East Is West Of Me Now, was released in October 2023.

So if you are heading to the Iveagh Gardens to see Glen Hansard this week, keep reading to find out everything you need to know.

When does he play?

Glen Hansard takes to the Iveagh Gardens stage this Saturday, July 6th.

What time should I arrive?

Doors open at 6pm, with support from singer songwriter Josh Okeefe at 7.30pm and Hansard expected on stage at 8.20pm.

Who is the support act?

Josh Okeefe has been announced as the support act.

Are there any tickets left?

At the time of writing there are a limited number of tickets available via Ticketmaster. Buy tickets from official sources only.

How do I get there and home again?

There is no car parking available at the venue, however, there are car parks located around the city centre. The closest is Q-Park at Stephen’s Green Shopping Centre. Pre-booking is available at q-park.ie.

Luas, bus and rail transport options can all bring you within a short walk of the venue. Plan your journey online from anywhere in Ireland via the journey planner at transportforireland.ie.

What will he play?

According to the set list for Hansard’s recent gig in Italy, here is what fans can expect him to play:

• Sure As The Rain
• Between Us There Is Music
• The Feast of St. John
• Down On Our Knees
• Leave a Light
• My Little Ruin
• When Your Mind’s Made Up (The Swell Season song)
• Bird of Sorrow
• Ghost
• Fitzcarraldo (The Frames song)
• There’s No Mountain
• Don’t Settle
• Great Weight is Lifted
• Bearing Witness
• Revelate (The Frames song)
• Falling Slowly (The Swell Season song)
• Say It to Me Now (The Frames song)
• Gold (Interference cover)
• Her Mercy
• This Gift

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What’s the story with security?

All under-18s must be accompanied by an adult. Only bags under A4 size will be permitted into the venue and bags will be subject to a search.

Items not permitted include any article that may be used as a weapon, bottles, cans, flasks, frisbees, illegal substances, scooters, skateboards, flag poles, selfie sticks, flares, laser devices, prams/push chairs, inflatable and folding chairs, large suitcases/rucksacks, laptops, illegal merchandise items, umbrellas, hampers, cold boxes, air horns, alcohol, drinks, food and animals (except service dogs and guide dogs).

There will be food and drink available to purchase on site but fans should note it is a cashless venue and there will be no ATM, so make sure to bring card payment or keep your phone charged for electronic cards.

Any person deemed to be offensive or abusive, or who may compromise public safety, will not be admitted and may be reported to gardaí. There will be a first aid post at the venue staffed by trained medics.

Can I take photographs at the concert?

Yes, but not with a professional camera including those with a detachable lens.

What’s the weather forecast?

At the time of writing, some rain is expected on Saturday afternoon with clouds for most of the day. Temperatures are on track to be between 10 and 16 degrees.