In The Meadows, a new one-day “celebration of music”, will hit the stage at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham in Dublin on Saturday, June 8th. From the people behind All Together Now and Forbidden Fruit, it is being held in the grounds of The Irish Museum of Modern Art.
Irish band Lankum are headlining and co-curating the day, with the Mercury Prize-nominated and Choice Music Prize winners choosing this as their only Dublin show for 2024.
An array of other artists will feature, including Scottish post-rock pioneers Mogwai, the experimental jazz and spoken work ensemble Black Country, New Road, folk multi-instrumentalist John Francis Flynn and British musician Kate Stables aka This is the Kit, known for her distinctive blend of folk, indie and experimental music.
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Other artists set to preform are Mercury Rev from New York, Dublin-based musician Rachael Lavelle, Irish traditional musician Cormac Begley and the Tara Clerkin Trio, who offer a blend of folk and experimental jazz.
So, if you are heading to In The Meadows, which is described as not just a festival, but a celebration of music, keep reading to find out everything you need to know.
When and where is it on?
In The Meadows takes place at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham in Dublin 8 on Saturday, June 8th.
Are tickets still available?
Yes, tickets are still available on Ticketmaster.ie.
What time should I arrive?
Doors open at 3pm and the show starts at 3.30pm.
Who is playing and when?
East Stage
4pm-5pm – Cormac Begley
5.45pm-6.45pm – This is the Kit
7.30pm-8.45pm – Mogwai
9.30pm-10.45pm – Lankum
West Stage
3.30pm-4pm – Mohammad Syfkham
5pm-6pm – John Francis Flynn
6.30pm-7.30pm – Mercury Rev
8.10pm-9.10pm – Black Country, New Road
In The Middle Stage
4.30pm-5.15pm – Ana Palindrome
5.45pm-8.30pm – Andy the Doorbum
7pm-8pm – Tara Clerkin Trio
8.30pm-9.30pm – Rachael Lavelle
How do I get there and home again?
It is worth noting that there is no parking at the venue and traffic restrictions will be in place on Military Road and Kilmainham Lane. The nearest public car park is Park Rite at 7 Queen Street, Dublin 7. Kilmainham is a residential area and all concertgoers are asked to respect the local community – do not park illegally or in residential areas. There are a few options to get to the gig via public transport:
By Luas: Take the red line from The Point towards Saggart or Tallaght – or the other way around – and exit at Heuston Station which is a five-minute walk to the east gate entrance via Military Road.
By Bus: Buses 20, 123 and 13 stop at St James’s Hospital; buses 79 and 79A stop at Saint John’s Road West; and the 25A bus stops at Heuston Station.
By Train: Heuston station is a five-minute walk to the venue, check out timetables at irishrail.ie.
Fans must enter the concert grounds through the east gate on Military Road. There will be signage to direct people closer to the site.
What’s the story with security?
This is a strictly over-18s event.
No large bags will be permitted, bags A4 size and smaller will be subject to security checks on entry, and those with no bags will be fast-tracked into the arena.
Items not allowed in the venue include: umbrellas, liquids, glass or cans, alcohol, folding chairs, garden furniture, selfie sticks, megaphones, high vis clothing and flares.
Also, keep in mind that the Royal Hospital is a cashless venue.
Can I take photos at the concert?
Unauthorised professional photography or use of professional photography/recording equipment is prohibited and zoom lenses, audio visual or cinematic devices will not be permitted on site.
What’s the weather forecast?
At the time of writing, temperatures on Saturday are expected to be between 7-14 degrees, with a chance of rain at 7pm and dry, but mainly cloudy, the rest of the day. However, as this is an outdoor event, be prepared for the unpredictability of Irish weather.
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