Heading to see AC/DC in Dublin? Here’s everything you need to know

The legendary AC/DC bring the final show of their ‘Power Up’ European Tour to Dublin’s Croke Park this Saturday.

It will bring the curtain down on the band’s first tour in Europe for eight years, playing 21 dates across Germany, Italy, Spain, The Netherlands, Austria, Switzerland, England, Slovakia, Belgium and France.

AC/DC played their very first show on December 31, 1973 at Chequers Nightclub in Sydney, Australia, going on to sell over 200 million albums worldwide.

The band now features original member Angus Young, alongside Brian Johnson, Stevie Young and Matt Laug. Here’s all you need to know about the upcoming gig.

Are there any tickets left?

There are a limited number of tickets available at Ticketmaster.ie.

Who is the opening act?

American rock band The Pretty Reckless will open. Members include lead vocalist Taylor Momsen [aka Jenny Humphrey in Gossip Girl], Ben Phillips, Mark Damon and Jamie Perkins, and the band have been warming up crowds throughout the Power Up tour.

When does the venue open?

Gates open for Croke Park at 5pm. The Pretty Reckless will be on stage by around 7pm, before AC/DC take to the stage.

Can under-16s go?

Under-16s need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

What songs will they perform?

Here is the band’s setlist from their recent show in Belgium.

• If You Want Blood (You’ve Got It)
• Back in Black
• Demon Fire
• Shot Down in Flames
• Thunderstruck
• Have a Drink on Me
• Hells Bells
• Shot in the Dark
• Stiff Upper Lip
• Shoot to Thrill
• Sin City
• Rock‘n’ Roll Train
• Dirty Deeds Done Dirt Cheap
• High Voltage
• Riff Raff
• Highway to Hell
• Whole Lotta Rosie
• Let There Be Rock

Encore:

• T.N.T.
• For Those About to Rock (We Salute You)

How do I get to Croke Park?

A number of bus and rail options all bring you within walking distance of Croker.

• Train/Dart: Alight at Connolly Station or Drumcondra. Full details at www.irishrail.ie.
• Bus: Dublin Bus routes nearest the venue include 1, 6, 7(a), 11, 13, 15, 16, 27(a/b), 33, 40(b/d/e), 41(b/c/d), 42, 43, 44, 53a, 122, 123, 130, H1, H2, H3.
• Car: There is parking at the venue. Gig goers are advised to use city centre car parks or take public transport.

O’Connell Street is a 15- to 20-minute walk to the stadium. Once you get to the venue, follow the colour route listed on your ticket.