Pitbull, the American rapper who has sold more than 100 million singles and whose music videos have some 15 billion views on YouTube, is coming to Dublin. Pitbull rose to fame in 2009 after the release of his fourth album, Pitbull Starring in Rebelution, with the singles I Know You Want Me and Hotel Room Service reaching the top 10 on the US Billboard Hot 100.Now the rapper is on the road for his I’m Back Tour. Heading to the gig in Dublin? Keep reading for all you need to know.When and where is it?Pitbull will be performing at Marlay Park on Tuesday, July 7th.What time should I arrive? Gates open at 4pm, with the show scheduled to start at 5pm. Early queuing is not allowed, so aim to arrive from 4pm onwards. Last entry is at 9.30pm.Who is playing?Pitbull will be joined by special guest Lil Jon. The American rapper and producer, who won a Grammy Award for best rap/sung performance for his collaboration with Usher on the song Yeah!, is celebrated for being a pioneer of the hip-hop subgenre crunk. What songs will Pitbull play?Pitbull’s performance at Bellahouston Park, Glasgow, Scotland, on July 1st might give an idea of what songs to expect at the Dublin show on Tuesday:Don’t Stop the PartyHey BabyHotel RoomInternational LoveRain Over Me SauveI Know You Want MeWe Are OneI Like ItGasolinaDamn I LoveOn the FloorTimberFeel This MomentTime of Our LivesFireballGive Me EverythingHow do I get to and from the gig?Big crowds will inevitably lead to significant travel delays around Marlay Park. Organisers advise giving yourself an additional three hours’ travel time to compensate. It is possible to drive to the venue, but it is recommended you walk or use public transport.From July 1st to December 31st, Ireland holds the presidency of the Council of the European Union, and traffic delays around Dublin are a potential side effect. Events are scheduled to take place at Dublin Castle and the Dublin Convention Centre, so be mindful if you are travelling near either venue on your way to or from Marlay Park. Travel by bus: Marathon Group is running return bus services, including Dublin city centre shuttle buses, as listed here. Diversions will be in place on Dublin Bus routes 14, 16 and 74 as a result of the concert; full information is available here.Travel by Luas: The green line to Broombridge stops at Dundrum and Balally, both of which are about a 45-minute walk from Marlay Park. If you head to Dundrum you can then use the Marathon shuttle-coach service by booking here. Travel by car: Car parking is available at Marlay Park, but it is extremely limited and must be booked in advance here. The car-park entrance is on College Road, accessed via Whitechurch Road. The recommended drop-off and collection point if you’re getting a lift is in the SuperValu car park on Ballinteer Avenue. Some of the roads surrounding the park will be closed. Are any tickets left?At the time of writing, some tickets are still available with prices starting at €93.80 on Ticketmaster. Make sure you download your ticket to your phone in advance of the gig, as internet connectivity can be an issue and screenshots may not work on the day.What is security like? Any under-16s must be accompanied at all times by a parent or guardian aged 25 or over to be permitted entry. You are advised to bring an official form of identification to verify your age, be it a passport, Garda age card or driver’s license.Security checks will be in operation on the way into the park. Bags will be searched, and bags larger than A4 size will not be allowed into the event. Among the prohibited items at Marlay Park are umbrellas, alcohol, e-scooters/e-bikes, flares, flag poles, disposable vapes and gas canisters.Can I bring cash?All bars in the venue will be cashless. Food vendors will be accepting cash as well as card payments.What does the weather look like?Tuesday is set to be another warm and dry day with long spells of sunshine, hazy at times. According to Met Éireann, highest temperatures will be 23-28 degrees.Marlay Park is an outdoor, standing venue, so make sure you bring comfortable and water-resistant footwear, and consider a rain jacket or poncho alongside sunscreen.
Pitbull at Marlay Park: Set list, ticket information, how to get there and more
Everything you need to know about the rapper’s Dublin concert on Tuesday, July 7th










