Police are urging Belsonic-goers to think of local residents and keep safe while enjoying themselves at Ben Nicky.
Thousands are expected at Ormeau Park to hear the DJ and guests including Fergie, David Rust and Sander Van Doorn from 6pm on Saturday, September 4.
Road users are also being advised to expect some disruption.
Chief Inspector Mark Roberts said: "Police have been working in partnership with the event organisers and various agencies in planning for the Belsonic concerts. As Belfast City opens up to large events we want to see everyone attending these events enjoying themselves but also obeying the law, acting responsibly and staying safe.”
"We are reminding those who plan to attend the concert on Saturday, to plan their journey to and from the concert in advance.
"Here are a few things that will help on the day:
- If you are drinking, please do so responsibly, stay with your friends and look after one another.
- If you are planning on getting a lift home after the concert with a friend or relative, be advised that the concert organisers have applied for a series of road closures, which will see Annadale Embankment from the Ormeau Road junction, through the Ravenhill Road junction closed between 4pm and midnight. This is to ensure the safe exit of people from the venue.
- Please agree your collection points bearing in mind that this road will be closed to through traffic, which may cause disruption in the general area. Arrange collection points away from the immediate area and please respect local residents.
- If you are planning on driving to the event, please park your vehicle legally and ensure that it is not causing an obstruction. Also, if you are planning on drinking at the concert, please do not drive. It only takes one drink to impair your decision making ability.
"While I appreciate many of those attending will be taking photos and videos and using social media, please ensure your mobile phone is fully charged, or you have a portable charger – especially if you need to contact friends or those collecting you at the end of the concert!
Chief Inspector Roberts also reminded concert goers to be respectful of the law and mindful of the consequences of breaking the law.
"Being drunk in a public place can attract a court fine of up to £250, with the potential for a criminal record. Police can also issue a fixed penalty of £40 for being drunk in a public place and £80 for disorderly behaviour or behaviour likely to cause a breach of the peace.
"We will be monitoring coaches approaching the venue. Drinking on buses is illegal and can pose a major road safety risk by distracting the driver. We will also confiscate alcohol from anyone under 18 years of age. We want everyone attending the concert to have a great night, to stay safe, and remember the event for all the right reasons."
Traffic & travel advice
Road users in South and East Belfast are being advised to expect some traffic disruption due to concerts at Ormeau Park.
Ormeau embankment will be closed from the Ormeau Road junction, to the Ravenhill Road junction from 4pm on Saturday until midnight. Coaches and buses transporting people to the Belsonic concert will be facilitated by approaching the embankment from the Ormeau Road junction.
Concert goers are being urged to consider using public transport but if you are arranging collection by private car or taxi after the event, police say "please agree your collection points well away from the venue and please respect local residents".
For further information about the concert arrangements see www.Belsonic.com or for public transport advice go to www.translink.co.uk
