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Fans of The Cure will gather at Marlay Park on Friday, June 26, as the long-running British band brings a string of classics to Dublin. The concert arrives as the group—fronted by Robert Smith and still active after more than five decades—continues to draw large crowds across Europe.
Support acts announced
The headliners will be joined by a selection of guests chosen to warm up the crowd. Scottish post‑punk outfit The Twilight Sad and Irish alt‑rockers Just Mustard are among the names confirmed, alongside local band Stella and The Dreaming.
Timings and entry
Gates open at 4pm and the event is scheduled to start at 5pm. Organisers note that the last admission to the venue will be at 9.30pm; the exact time The Cure take the stage has not been published.
What the band might play
The Cure have not released an official Dublin setlist, but their performance in Newport on Sunday, June 20, offers a strong indication of the songs likely to feature. Robert Smith has attributed the band’s longevity to persistence and consistency. “I think people admire us, even if they don’t particularly get the music. It sounds very conceited, but it’s not about me; it’s about the band. We’ve stayed true to ourselves. I think people admire our tenacity,” he told The Guardian.
| Main set | Encore |
|---|---|
| Alone | Lullaby |
| Pictures of You | Wrong Number |
| High | The Walk |
| Lovesong | Let’s Go to Bed |
| Burn | The Lovecats |
| Fascination Street | Mint Car |
| A Night Like This | Friday I’m in Love |
| The Last Day of Summer | Close to Me |
| Push | Why Can’t I Be You? |
| In Between Days | Boys Don’t Cry |
| Just Like Heaven | |
| Play for Today | |
| A Forest | |
| Trust | |
| From the Edge of the Deep Green Sea | |
| Endsong |
Getting to Marlay Park
Several Dublin Bus routes serve the venue, including the 14, 16 and 74. Private coach operators such as Concert Express and Marathon Coaches run services from the city centre, with fares starting at around €25.
For concertgoers travelling from outside the capital, shuttle options are available through providers like JJ Kavanaghs, Irish Concert Travel and Buses to Concerts. The Luas network also offers access; the nearest stop to the park is at Ballaly.
Tickets and venue rules
Organisers have issued guidance on items not permitted inside the venue. Large bags or backpacks exceeding A4 size may be refused entry, and seating or furniture is not allowed. Alcohol is prohibited; only sealed plastic bottles of water or soft drinks up to 500ml are permitted.
Other banned items include signs or flags larger than A3, flag poles, glass or cans, umbrellas, disposable vapes, flares and professional camera or audio recording equipment. Attendees are advised to check the event organiser’s official channels for any last‑minute updates on access or safety measures.
