Dundee is preparing to welcome two of the UK’s biggest music acts this weekend.
James and Bastille will perform to thousands of fans at Slessor Gardens.
We have all you need to know in the run-up to the concerts.
Are tickets for James and Bastille in Dundee still available?
Tickets for both shows are still available on Ticketmaster and through promoter Liz Hobbs Group.
General admission for James’ performance cost £62.90. Gold enclosure tickets cost £74.15.
For Bastille, general admission costs £51.65, with gold enclosure costing £65.70.
However, tickets can also be bought to see James or Bastille via itison for a reduced price.
James concert in Dundee: Stage times
Stage times for James have been confirmed but are subject to change.
- 1.30pm – Box office opens
- 4pm – Gates open
- 4.30pm – Arms Against
- 5.30pm – Tom A Smith
- 6.30pm – The Clause
- 7.30pm – Razorlight
- 9pm – James
- 10.30pm – Approximate finish
Bastille in Dundee: Stage times
Stage times for Bastille have been confirmed but are subject to change.
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- 1.30pm – Box office opens
- 3.30pm – Gates open
- 4.15pm – Jennifer Stewart
- 5.15pm – Spyres
- 6.15pm – The LaFontaines
- 7.30pm – Dylan
- 9pm – Bastille
- 10.30pm – Approximate finish
Slessor Gardens events: Site map
The stage is at the northern end of Slessor Gardens, closest to the Caird Hall.
What items are banned or prohibited at the Slessor Gardens events?
The list of banned items includes:
- Food and drink – anyone wishing to bring their own for medical reasons will need a doctor’s note
- Glass containers
- Camping chairs, folding chairs, gazebos and picnic blankets
- Professional cameras, video cameras and audio recording devices
- Dogs, except assistance dogs
What items are permitted?
Fans can take the following:
- A sealed 500ml water bottle or a refillable bottle to use for drinking water
- Bags no larger than an A4 sheet of paper
What food and drink options will there be?
A range of food and drink vendors will be on site, including:
- Greek souvlaki
- Loaded dogs and fries
- Hog roast
- Burgers
- Salt and chilli chicken
- Coffee
- Pizza
- Ice cream
- Prosecco pavilion
- Bars
- Wine and cocktail bar
Vegan and gluten-free options will be available.
Do you need cash for Slessor Gardens concerts?
The site operates as cashless so revellers are encouraged to bring a debit or credit card with them.
However, anyone looking to use cash at the bar can buy tokens for drinks.
There are no ATMs on the site.
What are the transport options for Slessor Gardens?
A number of roads around Slessor Gardens will be closed during the concerts with a diversion in place for drivers.
There will be no parking at the site, with fans urged to use public car parks.
Xplore Dundee buses that usually serve the Waterfront area will be diverted via Seagate, Commercial Street and Ward Road during the gigs – but services will run as normal otherwise.
A number of Stagecoach East Scotland services are also being diverted.
The concert site is a short walk from the railway station.
Weather forecast for James and Bastille concerts in Dundee
The Met Office forecast suggests conditions should stay dry for James on Friday.
And fans heading to Bastille on Saturday should be prepared for a mix of sunshine and showers – though it should dry up into the evening.
The Courier has a handy weather forecast for the events.
