Northern Ireland

Belsonic is back with its biggest year yet

Belsonic set up for Lionel Ritchie in the grounds of Ormeau Park. Picture by Hugh Russell
Belsonic set up for Lionel Ritchie in the grounds of Ormeau Park. Picture by Hugh Russell Belsonic set up for Lionel Ritchie in the grounds of Ormeau Park. Picture by Hugh Russell

The popular series of Belsonic concerts continues this weekend with shows catering for a range of ages.

It started back with a bang this month with Lionel Richie opening the festival last weekend.

George Ezra is set to play the venue next and French DJ David Guetta on Saturday.

Dubbed the festival's biggest year yet, the remaining star-studded line-up consists of Tom Jones, Paolo Nutini, Lizzo, Sam Fender, Ben Nicky, Florence and the Machine and The Prodigy, who will be taking to the stage later this month.

Belsonic is attracting people of all ages this year, with children as young as five being allowed to attend the George Ezra show on Friday. Provided they have their own ticket and are accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 25 at all times. Whereas the David Guetta concert is restricted to over-16s.

George Ezra
George Ezra George Ezra

On the opposite end of the scale, the concert organisers have said people attending the Tom Jones performance on Friday June 16 may bring a foldable chair.

Valid identification will be required for everyone attending over the age of 16. This includes:

  • Valid passport 
  • Photo driving license
  • Government approved proof of age card PASS, citizen card (citizencard.com) or validateuk.co.uk
  • Electoral card
  • Student card

Belsonic has also released guidance on how to cope with the current warm weather. People are advised to:

  • Wear a t-shirt and a hat
  • Wear UV protecting sunglasses
  • Bring suitable factor sun cream with 4* UVA protection
  • Stay well hydrated
  • Present yourself to a member of staff if you begin to feel unwell at any point

There will also be water distribution at the pit at the front of the stage and a multi-water tap at gate 1.

No football tops of any kind are permitted and guests are not allowed to bring professional photography equipment into the venue.

Gates for both George Ezra and David Guetta at 6pm, with Translink running special bus services to and from Ormeau Park. Last entry is at 9.45pm and people must have a valid ticket.

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