Belsonic 2018: Your ultimate guide to massive weekend of music in Belfast's Ormeau Park

Liam Gallagher will headline one of this year's Belsonic gigs (Ian West/PA)

June 14 2018

Belsonic kicks off for another year this weekend with a host of famous faces set to perform massive outdoor shows in the city.

Running from Friday, June 15 to Saturday, June, this year's Belsonic will see thousands of music fans descend on Ormeau Park.

Ahead of the concerts this week - here's your ultimate guide to Belsonic 2018.

16 Belfast summer gigs from George Ezra and The Script to Nile Rodgers

Who is performing at this year's Belsonic?

bpanews_e3d83d86-b966-4d17-9b6d-82479b05e8d9_embedded231826259 — Nile Rodgers & CHIC

The 2018 line -up includes:

Nile Rodgers & Chic - Friday, June 15
Liam Gallagher - Saturday, June 16
Picture This - Sunday, June 17 2018
Timmy Trumpet - Thursday, June 21
Carl Cox - Saturday, June 23 2018
The Script - Sunday, June 24
Eric Prydz presents Holo - Saturday, June 30

What time do Belsonic events start and end?

Gates open at 6pm so please do arrive on site until close to that time. Curfew is usually around 11pm but times will be posted on social media the day of the event.

Where can I buy tickets?

Tickets are on sale from Katys Bar at The Limelight and Ticketmaster (Belfast City Centre), www.ticketmaster.ie, www.belsonic.com and from all Ticketmaster outlets.

What are the age restrictions for Belsonic?

Belsonic is a 16+ event unless otherwise specified as 18+. People under the age of 16 will not be admitted. Valid photo ID required.

Will there be food and drink facilities at Ormeau Park?

There will be a number of food outlets and bars on site. Valid photo ID is required when purchasing alcohol.

Are there cloakroom and or banking facilities on site?

There is no cloakroom or locker facilities on site. If there will be ATM machines on site organisers will post on social media to confirm.

How is the weather looking for Belsonic?

If Belsonic had been held a few weeks ago it would have been perfect. Unfortunately the weather is looking slightly less optimistic when it comes to sunshine with a mix of sun, showers and cloud expect.

Keep an eye on forecasts closer to the date, and remember to dress appropriately for the weather.

Will there be special travel arrangements for Belsonic 2018?

Music fans are being encouraged to use public transport to and from the gigs where possible and Translink will be operating special shuttle buses and rail services throughout.

For full details, visit www.translink.co.uk/belsonic.

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