Fatboy Slim Galway gig info: Times, setlist, transport and everything you need to know
Galway Airport is set to host some huge acts this month, with acclaimed DJ Fatboy Slim kicking off a series of outdoor gigs at the venue this Friday
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British DJ Icon Fatboy Slim is returning to Ireland this week to kick off a series of huge outdoor gigs in Galway.
The Galway Summer Sessions will see a plethora of huge artists take to the stage at Galway Airport in Carnmore, with the likes of The Wolfe Tones, Pixies and The Coronas set to perform at the venue over the next two weeks.
First up is renowned DJ Fatboy Slim, who will kick off the series with a headline gig this Friday, just months after the Right Here, Right Now hitmaker played an unforgettable show at Dublin's Fairview Park.
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Below is all the info you need ahead of Friday's show at Galway Airport, including what time the event will get underway, how to get to the venue and what songs fans can expect to hear.
Tickets
Fatboy Slim's gig at Galway Airport on Friday, August 9 is completely sold-out but there is still a way for fans to get their hands on tickets.
A handful of resale tickets to this week's are available to purchase from Ticketmaster, with prices starting at €65.
There will be one box office located by the main entrance at the GREEN gate, ahead of the ticket check point.
Concertgoers are encouraged to download their tickets to your phone ahead of the event - don't wait until the day!
Under 16’s must be accompanied at all times by a Parent/Guardian over 25, take full responsibility and remain with them throughout the event. Strict age monitoring in place. Unaccompanied under 16’s will be refused entry without refund. It is recommended that those under 5 do not attend the gig.
Support act
Supporting Fatboy Slim at Friday's show is DJ and producer Sasha GiGi.
GiGi's journey began at The University of Bristol where she harnessed her skills in songwriting and also fell in love with the dance music. Her obsession of collecting records led her to have her own radio show and discover the art of DJ’ing.
After leaving university, GiGi embraced her love of electronic music and began her dream of becoming a worldwide touring DJ and producer. Since then, Sasha has been making her way around the dance music scene, achieving two seminal milestones in the early stages of her career: Playing at the worlds #1 Club Hi Ibiza and making her international debut in San Francisco.
Times
The car park at Galway Airport will open at 6pm while gates will open for Friday's gig at 7pm.
Fans have been warned that early queuing is a no-go. If patrons do turn up early, they will be turned away at restricted area points around the event site. Queuing in streets around the park will cause disruption to residents of the area and organisers are appealing to patrons to heed this advice and respect the local community.
The show is scheduled to get underway at 7.30pm with Sasha GiGi the first act due on stage. Fatboy Slim is expected to kick off his set at around 8.30pm.
Last entry to the venue is 10pm and concertgoers have been warned that there are no re-admissions to the concert - if you leave, there is no re-entry.
Organisers MCD have warned that all times are subject to change, so fans are advised to get to the venue with plenty of time to spare.
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Setlist
Fatboy Slim is celebrating the 25th anniversary of his seminal album You’ve Come A Long Way, Baby, so fans can expect the renowned DJ to play some of the LP's best known hits, including ‘Rockafeller Skank’, ‘Gangster Trippin’, ‘Praise You’ and ‘Right Here Right Now’.
Here's the setlist from Fatboy Slim's gig in London in April for fans to get an idea of what songs they can expect to hear in Galway on Friday.
- Praise You / You Got The Love (/ Candi Stanton cover)
- Eat Sleep Rave Repeat / Discoteka / Renegade Master / Apache (/ / Wildchild / Jerry Lordan covers)
- Out Of Your Mind (Oscar G. cover)
- The Vibe
- Everything's Gonna Be Alright (Lettuce cover)
- Just Came For The Music
- Burning Down the House (Talking Heads cover)
- Just Feels Tight / Right Here Right Now / I Am Not A Sinner (FISHER / / cover)
- Til Your Satisfied / Cash To The Bank
- Under Pressure (Queen cover)
- We Back (Crawford cover)
- Bad Habits
- All I Wanna Do (Is F*ck With The DJ) (Mental Theo cover)
- Ya Mama
- Bad Boi (Poolhaus cover)
- When Is The Drop
- Life's Too Short (Hole in One cover)
- Hey Boy Hey Girl (The Chemical Brothers cover)
- This Is a Song About Dancing (Associanu cover)
- Make It Clap (Will The Funkboss cover)
- Speed Trials On Acid
- Pump It Up (Denzel cover)
- Milkshake (Kelis cover)
- Raw (KiNK cover)
- Praising You (Rita Ora cover)
- Love Island
- Raise Your Hands
- Da Whip (Afriqua cover)
- I Won't Stop (Armand van Helden cover)
- Everywhere (Fleetwood Mac cover)
- Here We Go / Star 69 (Hard Rock Sofa & Swanky Tunes / cover)
- Float My Boat (Lazy Jay cover)
- 212 (Organ Donors cover)
- I Hear You Calling (DJ Licious cover)
- Lola's Theme (The Shapeshifters cover)
- Long Train (Jo Manji cover)
- The Roof Is on Fire (Rock Master Scott & The Dynamic Three cover)
- Right Here Right Now / Bohemian Rhapsody (/ Queen cover)
Encore:
- The Rockafeller Skank / (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction
Venue entry routes
There are two entry points to the site – the GREEN gate is for buses, taxis and drop offs via the R339, and the BLUE gate is for audience parking via Junction 19 only.
Those heading to the gig have been urged not to attempt to drop off outside the venue or on nearby roads, as this is dangerous due to no footpaths.
Strict security checks will be in operation. Everyone will be subject to a search permissible under law, per Purchase Policy. It is a condition to entry, to protect everyone’s safety. Additional searches may take place once inside the venue.
Transport
Concertgoers have been urged to plan and book their return travel arrangements in advance allowing an extra two hours travel time to and from the venue.
There is no pedestrian access to or from the site – so plan your journey accordingly. As traffic and parking delays are inevitable attendees are strongly encouraged to use shuttle and private coach services available. Promoters do not operate transport to/from the venue, this is a matter for customers to arrange in advance.
By TRAIN: Irish Rail provide great links to Galway City (Ceannt station) from all over the country. Train times and information can be found at www.irishrail.ie.
By BUS (Shuttle Service): Expressway will be running return services between Eyre Square to Galway Airport (MCD Concerts). Tickets can be booked at Expressway serves Galway Airport Concerts | August 2024.
By BUS (Private Coaches): Follow the event signage to the bus parks where there will be options to park or drop-off within the site – no advance booking required.
By CAR: There is concert car parking available. To avoid disappointment, pre- book your parking as soon as possible via Evntz App. Scan the QR code below or visit www.evntz.ie to download the app. Car parks will open at 6pm each day and close immediately after each show. All vehicles must vacate the site each night - no overnight camping permitted. Do not park illegally or at nearby off-site locations - towing will be in operation.
By TAXI: Car/taxi drop-off is available within the site via the GREEN gate off the R339.
What else do I need to know?
Galway Airport is a standing only venue. All events will take place rain, hail or shine under canvas. Please check the weather forecast ahead of the show and dress accordingly for Irish weather – think wellies, boots or runners, layers, raincoats/ponchos and suncream but remember no umbrellas.
Due to health and safety, there are strictly no camping/collapsible chairs/stools permitted in the venue. Concertgoers have been warned not to bring these items as security will have to refuse you entry with them.
Patrons are especially advised not to bring large bags/backpacks as they may experience delays or be refused entry. There will be no storage facilities on site. Any items left at entrances / in surrounding areas will be removed and disposed of accordingly.
Bags larger than A4, glass or cans, umbrellas, alcohol, garden furniture, selfie sticks, flares, professional cameras and audio recording equipment will not be permitted. See the full list of prohibited items on Prohibited Items | MCD.ie.
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