The Script at Thomond Park: Everything you need to know

Ellen O'Donoghue

Known for classics such as The Man Who Can’t Be Moved, Breakeven, Before The Worst, Hall of Fame, Superheroes, and For the First Time, to name a few, The Script was formed in 2001 in Dublin by Danny O’Donoghue, Glen Power, and Mark Sheehan.

They have enjoyed worldwide success since, with 10 billion streams, 12 million album sales, six UK number one albums, and two platinum-certified US singles to their name.

However, on April 14th, 2023, lead guitarist and backing vocalist Mark Sheehan died at age 46 in hospital after a brief illness.

The Script announced in May 2024 that Ben Sargeant and Ben Weaver would be joining the band because they felt being a trio “would never be the same”.

The group returned with their album Satellites in August 2024.

The album was written as the band vowed to pay tribute to Sheehan, to forge a new future for the Script while remembering that although Sheehan may no longer be here, he remains a vital part of everything that they do.

So, if you are headed to Thomond Park in Limerick to see The Script, keep reading to find out everything you need to know.

When and where is it on?

The Script play Thomond Park in Limerick this weekend, on Saturday, July 12th.

What time should I arrive?

Gates open at 5pm, with the show scheduled to start at 6pm.

Who is playing?

The Script are, of course, headliners, and special guests include English singer James Bay, known for his hit song Hold Back the River, and Cork native Allie Sherlock.

What songs will The Script play?

Of course, we never know what will be played until the night itself, but here is a snapshot of what fans can expect based on The Script's concert in Scotland at the start of the month:

How do I get there and home again?

Plan and book your return travel arrangements in advance, and allow at least an extra two hours travel time to and from the venue. As traffic and parking delays are inevitable, attendees are encouraged to walk, use public transport and private coach services.

By train: The nearest station is Colber station in Limerick City, which is a 35-minute walk to Thomond Park.

By bus: From the bus and train station, you can get bus routes 302, 303 and 306, which will take you within walking distance of Thomond Park.

By private coach: Bus set down, pick up and parking with be facilitated within the road closure for one section of the North Circular Road & O’Callaghan Strand.

By car: Limited event parking is available but must be booked in advance via the Eventz App.

Enter through the gate that is detailed on your ticket.

Red route – golden circle, east stand, premium: Entrance is off Knockalisheen Road.

Green gate – pitch standing: Entrance is off Knockalisheen Road.

Blue gate – West stand and accessible pedestrian: Entrance is off Cratloe Road.

The Ticketmaster box office will be at the junction of Cratloe Road and Knockalisheen Road.

Are there any tickets left?

At the time of writing, there are limited tickets available on Ticketmaster.ie, and don't forget to buy from the official source to avoid getting scammed.

What's the story with security?

No queuing or camping is allowed in advance of the concert; if you do turn up early, you will be turned away at restricted area points around the venue. Attendees are advised to allow sufficient time to travel to the event and pass through security checks, and you should plan to be within the venue 30 minutes before the show starts.

Strict security checks will be in operation, and everyone will be subject to a search permissible under law as a condition of entry to protect everyone’s safety. Additional searches may take place once inside the venue.

No camping or collapsible chairs are permitted on-site.

Concertgoers are advised not to bring large bags or backpacks, as they may experience delays or be refused entry. No bags larger than A4 size will be allowed in the venue.

There will be no storage facilities on-site. Any items left at entrances or in surrounding areas will be removed and disposed of accordingly.

Prohibited items include, but are not exclusive to, glass or cans, umbrellas, alcohol, signs/flags bigger than A3, flagpoles, flares, selfie sticks, iPads, laptops, cameras and audio recording equipment.

There is no re-admission to the concert, so if you leave, you won’t be let back in.

Thomond Park is a residential area, and organisers have appealed to all concert goers to respect the local community by not littering, not engaging in anti-social behaviour and by not parking illegally.

Screenshots of tickets will not work, as barcodes are live and updating regularly, so download your ticket to your phone ahead of the event.

Standing at the concert is 14 years and over, and under 16s must be accompanied at all times by a parent or guardian over the age of 25 who takes full responsibility and remains with them throughout the event. Unaccompanied under-16s will be refused entry without a refund. It is recommended that those under five years old do not attend.

What's the weather giving?

Check the forecast before you go, and dress accordingly for Irish weather. Think boots or runners, layers, raincoats/ponchos and suncream, but remember – no umbrellas.