Only hours to go to Limerick’s New Years Eve Celebrations with The Strypes, The Coronas and Dolores O’Riordan. A limited number of tickets are available today, Tuesday 31, from the Box Office beside the Hunt Museum on Rutland Street.
Important Information for the festivities …..
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The Pageant starts at 5.30pm and leaves from Denmark St and goes through Arthur’s Quay Park, Prince St, Honan’s Quay, Bridge St, Nicholas St. and finishes at the Medieval Quarter outside King John’s Castle.
NYE SKY EVENT
Starts 8pm, finishes at 8.30pm
It will be broadcast on the radio on Limerick’s Live 95fm starting 7.30pm live from Arthur’s Quay Park
Where in the city can I watch NYE Sky?
The amazing Sky display for NYE can be viewed from Clancy Strand, Sarsfield Bridge and Thomond Bridge.
NOTE: These areas are pedestrianised from 7pm – 9pm. Cars WILL BE TOWED if parked in that area during those times.
NYE MUSIC EVENT
Starts 8.30pm, finishes 1am
Location of stage and gig:
Merchant’s Quay down at City Hall with the stage set against the backdrop of St. Mary’s Church
I’ve won tickets! Where can I collect my tickets on the day?
The Box Office will be located at the Back Gate of Hunt Museum, limited number of tickets available from 11am
Are there tickets available to buy on the day?
There will be a limited number on sale at the box office near The Hunt Museum
Opening / Closing Times of NYE Music:
Gates open for ticketed venue from 8.30pm, closing at 10.30pm
Finishing time is 1am
Are there bar facilities at NYE Music?
There will be two bars located in the Potato Market area – a Heiniken bar and a Prosecco Bar, as well as various food stalls!
Will there be toilet facilities at NYE Music?
Male & Female Portaloos will be in Potato Market area
Will there be any sheltered areas?
The bar areas will be partially sheltered, however this is an outdoor event.
What about the weather?
Unfortunately the gig is outdoors, so dress accordingly – Limerick is awesome, but our weather isn’t the most predictable, so be prepared for rain just in case!
Is it a seated gig?
The gig is an all-standing gig.
Access for disability?
The gig will all be ground level, however should anyone using wheelchairs require assistance, they can present their ticket at the main gate and will be directed to a more accessible area where they can watch and enjoy the gig!
What’s the situation with parking?
We encourage everyone to avoid bringing their car into city centre due to traffic restrictions and road closures for the day – however if you are driving in, there is Q Park in Harvey’s Quay (Dunnes Stores car park in town) and they are open 24hrs. There is a deal for €5 overnight parking on NewYear’s Eve once collected before 9am on New Year’s Day)
Road Closures (locations, dates and times etc)
TRAFFIC NOTE 1: There will be restricted road access from 5.30pm throughout the city until 9pm, Gardai will be at various points throughout city advising on accessible / inaccessible areas and any other traffic information on the day.
TRAFFIC NOTE 2: The following areas will be pedestrianised from 7pm – 9pm to facilitate NYE Sky: Clancy Strand, Sarsfield Bridge Thomond Bridge. Cars WILL BE TOWED if parked in that area during those times.
TRAFFIC NOTE 3: Merchants Quay will be closed to parking from 8am Monday 30th December until New Year’s Day (Wednesday) at 9am, when restrictions will be lifted.
What First Aid facilities will be available?
Civil Defence will be present, also a First aid station will be set up at Arthur’s Quay Park area
Lost & Found Area / Central Meeting Point (if anyone gets lost!)
Tourist Information Centre on Arthur’s Quay
