Every Artist Who Has Headlined Croke Park in Ireland: The Complete Concert History
A Look Back at the Biggest Concerts Ever Played at Croke Park
While Croke Park is best known as the home of Gaelic games, it has also hosted some of the biggest names in music history. Since the first major concert in the 1980s, the iconic Dublin stadium has welcomed global superstars from rock, pop, country and beyond. Here's a look at every performer who has headlined Croke Park and the memorable shows they brought to Irish fans.
Neil Diamond (1984)
Neil Diamond became one of the first major international music stars to perform at Croke Park in 1984. His appearance helped demonstrate that the famous GAA stadium could successfully host large-scale concerts, paving the way for future music events.
U2 (1987)
Dublin's own U2 delivered a landmark homecoming performance in 1987. Fresh from their growing international success, the band brought an unforgettable atmosphere to Croke Park and strengthened their reputation as Ireland's biggest musical export.
Garth Brooks (1997)
Country music superstar Garth Brooks made his Croke Park debut in 1997. His energetic performance attracted huge crowds and highlighted the strong popularity of country music among Irish audiences.
Elton John & Billy Joel (1998)
Two music legends shared the stage when Elton John and Billy Joel brought their famous co-headlining tour to Croke Park in 1998. Fans enjoyed a night packed with classic hits from both artists.
Robbie Williams (2006)
Robbie Williams returned to Ireland in style with a massive Croke Park show in 2006. At the height of his solo career, he delivered the charisma, humour and chart-topping songs that made him one of the UK's biggest stars.
The Police (2007)
The Police reunited for a world tour in 2007 and included Croke Park on their schedule. Seeing Sting, Andy Summers and Stewart Copeland perform together again was a special moment for long-time fans.
Celine Dion (2008)
Celine Dion brought her powerful vocals and spectacular stage production to Croke Park in 2008. Her performance showcased why she remains one of the best-selling artists of all time.
Westlife (2008)
Irish pop favourites Westlife achieved a career milestone by headlining Croke Park in 2008. The concert was a proud moment for the band and their loyal fanbase.
Take That (2009)
Take That returned to the top of the charts and celebrated their comeback with a major Croke Park concert in 2009. The group delivered an impressive live show featuring many of their biggest hits.
U2 (2009)
U2 returned to their hometown stadium as part of the record-breaking 360° Tour. The enormous stage setup transformed Croke Park and created one of the most visually spectacular concerts ever seen in Ireland.
Take That (2011)
Take That made another appearance at Croke Park in 2011 during their Progress Live tour. The show featured elaborate production and demonstrated the band's enduring popularity.
Westlife (2012)
Westlife's farewell tour included an emotional night at Croke Park in 2012. Fans packed the stadium to celebrate the group's incredible career before their temporary split.
One Direction (2014)
At the height of One Direction mania, the boy band brought their Where We Are Tour to Croke Park. Thousands of fans travelled from across Ireland and beyond to see the global phenomenon.
The Script (2015)
Dublin band The Script fulfilled a dream by headlining Croke Park in 2015. The hometown performance was one of the biggest moments in the group's career.
Ed Sheeran (2015)
Ed Sheeran's first Croke Park headline show proved that a solo artist with a guitar could captivate an entire stadium. The concert marked the beginning of a long relationship between Sheeran and Irish audiences.
Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band (2016)
Bruce Springsteen returned to Croke Park in 2016 with The E Street Band for an epic marathon performance. As always, "The Boss" delivered a show packed with energy and fan favourites.
Beyoncé (2016)
Beyoncé brought her Formation World Tour to Dublin in 2016. Her stunning vocals, choreography and stage production made it one of the standout concerts of the year.
Coldplay (2017)
Coldplay lit up Croke Park with their colourful A Head Full of Dreams Tour in 2017. The band's uplifting music and visual effects created a memorable stadium experience.
U2 (2017)
U2 returned once again in 2017 as part of The Joshua Tree anniversary tour. Performing one of the most celebrated albums in rock history in their hometown added extra significance to the event.
The Rolling Stones (2018)
Rock legends The Rolling Stones finally brought their No Filter Tour to Croke Park in 2018. The concert showed that the band could still command huge crowds decades after their formation.
Taylor Swift (2018)
Taylor Swift made her Croke Park debut during the Reputation Stadium Tour. The show combined massive production, hit songs and one of the biggest fan followings in modern music.
Michael Bublé (2018)
Michael Bublé's smooth vocals and easy-going stage presence charmed fans at Croke Park in 2018. His performance offered a different style of stadium concert while still drawing a large audience.
Westlife (2019)
Following their reunion, Westlife returned to Croke Park in 2019. The concert celebrated a new chapter for the Irish group and was warmly welcomed by fans.
Ed Sheeran (2022)
After pandemic-related delays to touring worldwide, Ed Sheeran returned to Croke Park in 2022. Once again, he demonstrated his remarkable ability to entertain huge crowds with a relatively simple setup.
Garth Brooks (2022)
One of the most talked-about concert runs in Irish history arrived in 2022 when Garth Brooks played multiple sold-out shows at Croke Park. The concerts attracted fans from across Ireland and overseas.
Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band (2024)
Bruce Springsteen returned to Dublin in 2024 with another powerful performance. His connection with Irish audiences remained as strong as ever, drawing a huge crowd to the stadium.
AC/DC (2024)
Rock icons AC/DC made a highly anticipated return to Ireland in 2024. Their Croke Park performance featured thunderous riffs, classic songs and the high-energy spectacle fans expect from the legendary band.
Coldplay (2024)
Coldplay returned to Croke Park in 2024 with their Music of the Spheres World Tour. The concerts featured dazzling visuals, audience wristbands and a festival-like atmosphere.
Oasis (2025)
The long-awaited Oasis reunion finally reached Croke Park in 2025. The return of Liam and Noel Gallagher to the same stage was one of the most anticipated music events of the decade.
Robbie Williams (2025)
Robbie Williams returned to Croke Park nearly two decades after his first headline appearance. The 2025 concert reminded fans why he remains one of the most entertaining live performers in pop music.
The Legacy of Croke Park Concerts
From Irish heroes U2, Westlife and The Script to international superstars like Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Coldplay and Bruce Springsteen, Croke Park has become one of Europe's most iconic outdoor concert venues. Each performance has added another chapter to the stadium's rich music history, making it a bucket-list venue for artists and fans alike.
