MCD issue public announcement ahead of Longitude

If you’re gearing up for Longitude this weekend, you’d best check out the MCD’s announcement for what you need to know.

As has become the norm, large bags and backpacks will not be allowed in, and small bags will have to be checked at the entrance prior to entering. While we’re at it, best to leave your fold up chairs, umbrellas, selfie sticks, Chinese lanterns, animals, and alcohol at home too, according to the MCD. There will also be a strict no Alcohol Policy implemented on all public transport and private buses travelling to the venue, as well.

Please note the other information provided for a safe, smooth entry into Longitude:

-There is no re-admission to single day ticket holders.
-Wristband exchange is only for people with 2 day or 3 day tickets. Wristbands removed from the wrist or tampered with in any way will be deemed invalid and will not be replaced
-Bring your ID (and ticket)

Picking up tickets:
-Credit Card / Box Office collections will be located at the entrance off Grange Road, opposite Centra and Lidl, and College Road Arena Entrance near coach and carparks.

Transportation Info:
-By Dublin Bus: The following Dublin Bus routes will bring you to the Grange Road entrances of Marlay Park:
16 Airport / O’Connell Street to Grange Road
116 Parnell Sq to Grange Road (limited service)
161 Dundrum Road Luas Station to Grange Road (limited service)
These Dublin Bus routes will bring you to Ballinteer Shopping Centre approx. 15 minute walk to the festival site:
14 Beaumont via Amiens Street to Ballinteer Shopping Centre
75 The Square Tallaght / Dun Laoghaire to Ballinteer Shopping Centre

-If arriving by car, note that there is limited parking available in Marlay Park, and the car parks will open 1 hour before the gates.

-Getting picked up? The recommended collection point is at Our Lady’s National School on Ballinteer Avenue.

-By Taxi: A taxi pick up area will be facilitated at Supervalu on Ballinteer Avenue.

-Disabled Access: Disabled customer parking is accessed via College Road. Contact [email protected] to register and for other non-ticket related enquiries.

-Starting today, the official Longitude app is live and can help you explore the festival. Download here.