Future Islands at Collins Barracks: Stage times, set list, ticket information, how to get there and more

It wasn’t until Future Islands’ fourth album that they hit big. But when they did, they never looked back. After the US band went viral with their television debut on The Late Show with David Letterman in 2014, they’ve ridden that synth wave of attention. Despite becoming a meme overnight with his exaggerated dance moves, the band’s frontman, Samuel T Herring, has continued to knock out some catchy synth-pop ballads ever since.

On Thursday the band will play a show in Dublin, so what can we expect from the gig?

When do they play?

The band will play to a crowd of 4,000 people at the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks, Dublin, on Thursday, August 24th.

What time should I arrive?

Gates open at 6.30pm and the gig will finish no later than 10.30pm (or more importantly, the bars will close at 10pm).

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Who are the support acts?

Dundalk band Just Mustard will be warming up the stage on Thursday evening with their reverb-heavy shoegaze sound. Playing their hometown, garage punk band Sprints will also be supporting on the night.

How do I get there – and home again?

The concert organisers have recommended using public transport where possible, and suggested the Luas as the quickest and easiest way to get there.

By Luas: The closest Luas stop is Museum, which is on the Red Line.

By train: Heuston Station is just a short stroll from the venue.

By bus: Dublin Bus has several routes that stop near the venue, including: 124, 39, 39A, 60, 782 and C2.

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What will they play?

At a concert last month in Richmond, Virginia, the band played a 90-minute set. So you can expect the Dublin gig to look something like this:

For Sure
Hit the Coast
Plastic Beach
Peach
Walking Through That Door
Ran
Light House
Before the Bridge
Moonlight
A Dream of You and Me
Ancient Water
King of Sweden
Seasons (Waiting on You)
Long Fight
Tin Man
Thrill
Inch of Dust
Vireo’s Eye
Little Dreamer

Are there any tickets left?

At the time of writing, there are still some tickets available on ticketmaster.ie. If these sell out, keep an eye out for resale tickets.

What’s the story with security?

Entry into the concert is through Liffey Street West. The event is strictly over 18s and fans have been advised to have their IDs available and their ticket ready before entering the grounds.

Bags must be A4 size or smaller and all fans will be subject to searches. The concert promoters have asked concertgoers to respect the National Museum of Ireland, Collins Barracks, as a national landmark, and be patient when entering and exiting the grounds.

For the safety of everyone at the concert, the following items are prohibited: Fireworks, Chinese lanterns, flares, high-power torches, laser pens, alcohol or drugs, animals (except guide dogs), anything which could be considered an offensive weapon, umbrellas, high-visibility clothing and bicycles.

Can I take photographs at the concert?

Professional photography equipment is not allowed, and this applies to drones, selfie sticks and cameras with detachable lenses. Anyone using professional cameras close to the stage may be intercepted by security, and organisers have recommended fans to use best judgment.