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Pink Dublin stage times, setlist, weather and important info for stadium shows
Over 130,000 Pink fans are expected to flood Dublin this weekend as the superstar is set to perform two sold-out gigs at the Aviva Stadium.
The concerts are a part of her Summer Carnival tour, which has been thrilling audiences across the UK in recent weeks and finally lands in Ireland tonight, June 20 and tomorrow June 21.
Ahead of the shows, organisers have released information for fans, including the crucial stage times. Pink will be joined by three support acts – KidCutUp, Gayle and Rag’n’Bone Man, who will kick off the party from 6pm.
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Stage times
The Aviva Stadium will open its turnstiles to fans from 5pm on Thursday and Friday. The concert kicks off at 6pm with KidCutUp taking to the stage first, followed by Gayle and finally Rag’n’Bone Man, reports the Irish Mirror.
Pink is slated to take to the stage around 8.30pm, with the concert expected to wrap up at around 10.30pm each night. However, an MCD spokesperson noted that all times are subject to change, so fans are advised to arrive at the venue 45 mins before the show begins.
Set list
Pink has performed several UK shows in recent weeks and the setlist being used is more or less consistent at every show. During her most recent gig at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on Sunday, Pink played the following setlist.
Fans can anticipate it to be similar for this weekend’s Dublin shows. Here’s the setlist from Pinks recent show in Sunderland, which is expected to be similar to her Dublin gigs:.
**Act I**
1. Get the Party Started.
2. Raise Your Glass.
3. My Attic.
4. Don’t Let Me Get Me.
5. Who Knew.
6. Just Like a Pill.
7. Family Portrait.
8. Make You Feel My Love (Bob Dylan cover).
9. Just Give Me a Reason.
10. F**kin’ Perfect.
11. Just Like Fire / Heartbreaker.
**Act III**
1. Please Don’t Leave Me (Acoustic).
2. Cover Me in Sunshine.
3. Don’t Let Me Get Me (Acoustic).
4. When I Get There (Acoustic).
5. I Am Here.
6. What’s Up?
(4 Non Blondes cover).
**Act IV**
1. Try.
2. TRUSTFALL.
3. Blow Me (One Last Kiss).
4. Never Gonna Not Dance Again.
**Encore:**.
1. So What.
Weather forecast
Organisers have confirmed that Pink’s concerts will take place “rain, hail or shine” and have appealed to concertgoers to dress accordingly.
The current forecast suggests that those going to Thursday’s concert will get the best weather as Met Eireann says it will be “a mild night with just a few spots of light rain or drizzle”. For Friday, Met Eireann said rain will reach the east coast early Friday afternoon, but should clear through the evening.
Its full forecast for Dublin reads: “Mostly dry Thursday with sunny spells. Highest temperatures of 19C or 20C in a light, occasionally moderate southwest wind. A mild night Thursday with cloud moving in from the west with a few spots of light rain or drizzle possible. Temperatures not falling below 12C or 13C in light to moderate southerly winds.”
“Cloudy Friday morning with some patchy light rain or drizzle. Further outbreaks of rain will arrive from the west in the afternoon before becoming patchier in the evening. Highest temperatures of 17C to 19C with mostly moderate southerly winds. The last of the rain in the east will clear away quickly Friday evening leaving a largely dry night with long clear spells and just a few passing showers possible. Lowest temperatures of 8C to 12C in light southwesterly or variable breezes.”
Important things to know
Ahead of the gigs, MCD has released a list of key things gig-goers should be aware of. These include:
Strictly no camping/collapsible chairs/stools are allowed inside the venue due to health and safety reasons. Don’t bother bringing these items as you’ll be turned away by security if you do.
The event is happening come rain, hail or shine. Be sure to check the weather forecast and dress appropriately for the unpredictable Irish weather think sturdy footwear like wellies, boots or runners, layers, waterproof jackets/ponchos, and even suncream, but leave the umbrellas at home.
There are several gates to get into the stadium. Make sure you enter through the gate specified on your ticket.
Have your ticket ready for inspection outside the stadium grounds at the ticket check.
Expect strict security checks upon entry. Everyone will be subject to a search as allowed by law, in line with the Purchase Policy.
Entry conditions are in place for the safety of all attendees. Additional searches may be conducted inside the venue.
Concert-goers are strongly advised against bringing large bags or backpacks as this could lead to delays or even refusal of entry. There will be no storage facilities available on-site and any items left at entrances or in the surrounding areas will be removed and disposed of.
Items larger than A4, glass or cans, umbrellas, alcohol, garden furniture, selfie sticks, flares, professional cameras and audio recording equipment are all prohibited.
Please follow the instructions given by stewards and Gardai over the public address system for your own safety. Remember, there are no re-admissions to the concert. Once you leave, you won’t be allowed back in.
The promoter reserves the right to refuse admission without refund to anyone who fails to comply with these terms and conditions, as agreed by the customer and per Ticketmaster Purchase Policy. And finally, don’t rush to the exits after the concerts.
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