Oasis Confirm Two Slane Castle Nights for 2027 with Fixed Prices and Registration-Only Sale
Oasis have confirmed two nights at Slane Castle in County Meath on 4 and 5 September 2027 as part of their Live '27 world tour, with the Gallagher brothers pledging fixed ticket prices ranging from €181.25 to €501.25 and a strict registration-only sale process designed to prevent the dynamic pricing scandal that generated enormous controversy during their 2025 reunion tour — a commitment that has been broadly welcomed by fans and consumer advocates, even as the eye-watering prices themselves have drawn criticism.
Background
Oasis's return to Slane Castle carries enormous cultural and commercial weight. The band last played the County Meath venue in 2009, shortly before their acrimonious split, and their 1995 appearance at Slane — as a support act for R.E.M. — is remembered as one of the defining moments of their early career. The announcement of two nights at Slane for 2027 is therefore not merely a concert booking but a homecoming of sorts, a closing of a circle that began more than three decades ago.
The 2025 Oasis reunion tour — the band's first since their split — was one of the most commercially successful concert tours in history, but it was also one of the most controversial. The use of dynamic ticket pricing, which saw face-value prices surge dramatically in the minutes after tickets went on sale, generated a public backlash that prompted government inquiries in the UK and Ireland and led to calls for legislation to ban the practice. The band and their management faced significant criticism for allowing the pricing model to be used, and the controversy overshadowed what should have been an unambiguously celebratory event.
The decision to use fixed prices for the Slane Castle shows — and to implement a registration-only sale process that gives each eligible fan a unique, non-transferable code for a specific on-sale window — is a direct response to that controversy. It is also a recognition that the Irish market, where the dynamic pricing backlash was particularly intense, requires a different approach.
Key Developments
The announcement, made on Sunday evening via the band's official channels, confirmed that tickets for the two Slane Castle shows will go on sale between 25 and 27 September 2026, with fans required to register on the official Oasis website by 4pm on 17 September to be eligible. Each successful registrant will receive a unique, non-transferable code granting access to a specific on-sale window, with purchases limited to four tickets per person.
Fixed ticket prices range from €181.25 to €501.25, inclusive of booking fees, with a maximum service charge of €10.50 per ticket. The prices are significantly higher than those charged for the 2025 reunion tour, reflecting both the premium nature of the Slane Castle venue and the band's commercial leverage. Noel Gallagher has confirmed that there will be no new Oasis music released in conjunction with the tour, describing the Live '27 dates as a celebration of the band's existing catalogue.
The economic impact of two Oasis nights at Slane is expected to be substantial. The venue has a capacity of approximately 80,000 per night, meaning that up to 160,000 people will attend across the two shows. Fáilte Ireland has estimated that a significant proportion of attendees will travel from outside Ireland, generating hotel bookings, restaurant spending, and transport revenue across the greater Dublin and Meath area.
Why It Matters
The Oasis Slane announcement matters for the Irish music and tourism economy in ways that extend well beyond the two concert nights themselves. Major international concerts at Slane Castle have historically generated significant economic activity in the surrounding area, and the profile of an Oasis concert — which will attract fans from across Europe and beyond — means that the economic multiplier effect will be particularly strong.
The fixed pricing commitment is also significant from a consumer protection perspective. The dynamic pricing controversy of 2025 prompted the Irish government to commission a review of ticket pricing practices, and the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission has been examining whether existing consumer protection legislation is adequate to address the issue. The Oasis decision to use fixed prices for the Slane shows provides a practical example of how the industry can self-regulate, though consumer advocates have noted that the fixed prices themselves are still very high by historical standards.
The announcement also has implications for the broader Irish live music sector. Slane Castle's ability to attract acts of this calibre — following Harry Styles' three-night run in 2025 and the confirmed Fontaines D.C. dates for 2027 — reinforces its status as one of Europe's premier outdoor concert venues and demonstrates the commercial viability of large-scale outdoor events in Ireland.
Local Impact
For County Meath and the surrounding area, two Oasis nights at Slane represent a significant economic opportunity. Hotels and guesthouses across Meath, Louth, and north Dublin are expected to be fully booked for the concert weekends, and local businesses — from restaurants and pubs to transport operators and retailers — will benefit from the influx of visitors. Meath County Council has been in discussions with the Slane Castle management team about traffic management and public transport arrangements for the concert weekends.
What's Next
The registration window for Slane Castle tickets closes at 4pm on 17 September 2026. Tickets go on sale between 25 and 27 September, with the specific on-sale date for each registrant determined by the unique code they receive. The concerts take place on 4 and 5 September 2027. Oasis have not confirmed any other Irish dates for the Live '27 tour.
