Coldplay are one of the biggest bands in the world, and their recent Music of the Spheres tour has been in huge demand across Europe. With multiple nights at stadiums and arenas, tickets have been selling fast wherever they go. For Irish fans hoping to see them live in concert in 2023, the key question is – are tickets already sold out, or is there still a chance to get seats for their upcoming Dublin shows?
Coldplay’s 2023 Tour Dates in Ireland
Coldplay have announced two nights at Dublin’s Marlay Park on May 31st and June 1st 2023. These come towards the end of the European leg of their tour, after playing multiple nights in cities like London, Paris, and Barcelona. Ireland has a limited supply of concert venues big enough for bands of Coldplay’s stature, so they are only playing two dates here. This compares to six shows at Wembley Stadium in London for example.
Having just two opportunities to see them live in Dublin has meant demand is extremely high. Over 160,000 Irish fans registered interest in early ticket access prior to the shows going on general sale. So have these now sold out, or is there still a chance for fans to get tickets?
Are the Dublin Shows Sold Out?
The good news is that at the time of writing, there are still Coldplay tickets available for both Dublin dates, but availability is now very limited.
Looking at Ticketmaster Ireland, the official ticket seller, there are some seated tickets left for the back sections of the venue on May 31st. Most of the standing ‘General Admission’ tickets appear to be gone though.
For June 1st, there is again some seated ticket availability, but standing tickets look to be extremely limited. Most of the front standing ‘Golden Circle’ tickets are marked as unavailable.
So in summary, whilst ticket availability is now scarce, it does look like determined Irish fans may still be able to get their hands on tickets if they act quickly. But with over 80,000 attending each show, the last remaining tickets will likely sell out very soon.
How Quickly Did Coldplay’s Ireland Shows Sell Out?
When Coldplay’s Dublin shows initially went on sale on August 25th 2022, they broke Irish box office records for the fastest selling concerts ever.
Pre-sale Tickets
As mentioned above, over 160,000 Irish fans had pre-registered for early ticketing access. Coldplay and their management company ran an advance pre-sale via Ticketmaster for these registered customers on August 23rd and 24th.
All available tickets for both dates completely sold out during this pre-sale window. Fans reported queue times of up to 8 hours online to try and secure the coveted pre-sale codes that granted access. This shows just how quickly demand overwhelmed even the pre-sale allocation.
General Sale
With the entire pre-sale allocation sold, a very limited number of tickets were then released for general sale on August 25th.
Fans queued overnight at ticket outlets around Ireland to try and get these last remaining tickets. Huge queues formed at Ticketmaster outlets in cities like Dublin, Cork, and Belfast.
Despite the very limited supply, all general sale tickets also sold out rapidly on the morning they were released.
Record Breaking Sales
The speed of sales was record-breaking for an Irish concert. Ticketmaster Ireland reported that Coldplay sold over 400 tickets per minute, with all 160,000 tickets sold out within 30 minutes of release.
Industry experts estimated the gross ticket sales from the two concerts would exceed €18 million.
To put into context how exceptional these sales figures were, it smashed the previous Irish record held by one of Coldplay’s only rivals – U2. When U2 released 61,000 tickets for their famous homecoming shows at Croke Park in Dublin in 2018, it took them a full week to sell out.
Coldplay achieved much bigger sales in a fraction of the time, emphasizing their huge popularity in Ireland.
Why Are Coldplay Concerts so Popular in Ireland?
The massive demand for tickets from Irish fans highlights some key reasons why Coldplay resonate so strongly here:
They Are One of the Biggest Bands in the World
With their long career and extensive hit catalog, Coldplay have grown to become globally one of the most popular bands on the planet.
They have sold over 100 million album copies worldwide, and can now only perform concerts in huge stadium venues holding tens of thousands of people. Their current Music of the Spheres tour is expected to be the highest grossing tour in the world this year.
Irish fans want to see what is arguably the biggest rock band in the world right now, hence the unprecedented demand.
They Have a Strong Connection to Ireland
Despite being English, over their career Coldplay have formed a special bond with Ireland and their Irish fans:
– Chris Martin’s great grandmother was Irish. He feels he has an Irish heritage.
– Coldplay have said U2 are one of their biggest musical inspirations.
– They released two limited edition Irish language EPs here in aid of charity.
– They have frequently praised Irish crowds, saying the Dublin crowds are always their loudest.
This unique connection to the country means Irish fans have taken Coldplay to their hearts as if they are an Irish band.
Their Music Appeals to All Ages
From their melodic pop rock anthems to their feelgood vibes, Coldplay’s music transcends demographics. Their appeal is universal, to both young and old.
Grandparents, parents and children all love their songs, evidenced by families attending their concerts together. This uniquely wide appeal results in phenomenal demand for tickets.
Scarcity of Tickets
With only two Dublin dates, and no other Irish concerts, the limited supply of tickets increased scarcity and demand. As mentioned above, other huge bands like U2 would traditionally play multiple nights in Dublin alone.
But with only 160,000 tickets available for a nation of 5 million Irish Coldplay fans, demand vastly exceeded supply.
How to Still Get Coldplay Tickets
For Irish fans still hoping to get tickets, here are some options:
Buy at Resale
Check ticket resale sites like:
– www.tickets.ie
– www.seatwave.ie
– www.stubhub.ie
Prices will be above face value, but there are still some tickets available. Be prepared to pay a premium for the high demand.
Ticketmaster Resale
Ticketmaster also has an official resale site at www.ticketmaster.ie/ticket-resale where some fans are reselling their tickets. Again prices are inflated but there is availability.
Arena Queue on Concert Day
Often some last minute tickets are released on the day of the concert due to cancellations etc.
Fans queue early at the ticket office at Marlay Park in the hope of snatching these coveted tickets. You’ll need to be extremely dedicated (queues form very early) and very lucky, but for diehard fans it can be an option.
Hospitality Packages
Book into one of the official Coldplay hospitality packages via Ticketmaster Ireland’s Golden Circle Premium Experience. This offer includes premium concert seating, a pre-show hospitality meal etc. Very expensive but guarantees entry.
Set Price Alerts
If you can’t currently get access to affordable tickets, set up alerts on the resale sites above and on Ticketmaster Ireland. You will then be notified if any new batches of tickets are released or reasonably priced resale tickets appear. Availability is sparse but you never know, so alerts are worth setting.
Watch Out for Scams!
With such high demand for a sold out event, scammers will seek to exploit desperate fans online. Be very wary of:
– Fake ticket sellers – only use official ticket sites linked above.
– Overpriced tickets – check current resale prices first.
– Requests to pay by bank transfer – pay by credit card.
Conclusion
To conclude, Coldplay’s Irish concerts were always destined to be in record breaking demand. With limited dates and their huge global popularity, tickets were snatched up exceptionally quickly by Irish fans.
Availability is now very scarce, but some options remain to still try secure entry. Perseverance and flexibility on pricing may still pay off for the most dedicated Irish Coldplay fans.
Table of Coldplay Ireland Concert Dates & Ticket Sale Stats
| Concert Date | Venue | Tickets Sold | Time To Sellout |
| May 31st 2023 | Marlay Park | 80,000 | Pre-sale: 8 hours |
| June 1st 2023 | Marlay Park | 80,000 | Public sale: 30 mins |