Take note...
Increased security protocols have been a feature at major concerts in Ireland this summer and this weekend in Croke Park is no different.
It's set to continue in Croke Park this weekend for the visit of U2 on their Joshua Tree Tour as promoters MCD have released some valuable information
Strict security checks will be in operation. Patrons are especially advised not to bring backpacks or large handbags as you may be refused entry or experience delays on entry.
It's recommended if you are bringing a personal bag, purse or clutch bag, you should only bring those of smaller sizes i.e .those measuring 4.5in/11.4cm x 6.5in/16.51cm or smaller will be allowed.
There will be no cloakroom or storage facilities on site. Bags must not be left at entrances or surrounding areas; any items left will be removed and disposed of accordingly.
They've also warned you'll be searched at the entrance to the event. Any item which may be reasonably considered for use as a weapon, or which may cause danger or disruption to any other persons at the event, will be confiscated.
People who are intoxicated will also be refused entry into the gig and you can read the
full safety notice here.
The below items are banned from the concert.
• Aerosols / Air Horns
• Animals (Other than registered guide or hearing dogs)
• Alcohol
• Any item which may reasonably be considered for use as a weapon
• Audio recorders
• Backpacks / large bags / Waist packs
• Banners with poles or poles of any kind
• Bottles
• Cans
• Cameras with detachable lens or recording equipment
• Camping equipment
• Chinese or sky lanterns
• Cooler Boxes or Large containers
• Crash helmets or protective headwear, body armour or protective clothing
• Deckchairs
• Drumsticks
• Excessive amounts of batteries, wire, cables or electrical components
• Fireworks or flares
• Flagpoles
• Garden furniture, fold up chairs or shooting sticks
• Glass
• Glow sticks
• GoPros
• Illegal substances/ illegal merchandise of any description
• iPads
• Large umbrellas
• Large chains, spiked bracelets or wallet chains
• Large Flags, Placards or Posters inc. sticks
• Light sabers
• Lasers / Laser pens or torches
• LED Headbands, wristbands, Glow sticks or Light emitting objects of any kind (except mobile/cell phones)
• Liquids - No liquids are permitted other than sealed water less than 500ml is allowed (Caps will be removed)
• Nitrous oxide
• Portable laser equipment and pens
• Selfie sticks
• Smoke canisters
• Sound systems
• Spray cans
• Tridents
• Unauthorised professional film or video equipment
• Unofficial tabards or reflective jackets
