Live at the Square - James Arthur at Ebrington Derry

What to Expect

James Arthur - winner of The X Factor and chart-topping artist behind hits including Say You Won’t Let Go, Impossible, and tracks from his sixth album Pisces - performs at Ebrington Square in Derry as the opening night of the three-night Live at the Square summer series. Arthur’s most recent album Bitter Sweet Love (2024) was supported by a sold-out arena tour of the UK and Ireland. Derry singer-songwriter Conor McLain supports on the night. Ebrington Square, a former military barracks on the east bank of the River Foyle, is one of Northern Ireland’s premier outdoor concert venues.

Doors open at 6pm with the concert expected to run until approximately 11pm.

Good to Know

• Date: Friday 28 August 2026, doors from 6pm
• Venue: Ebrington Square, Derry (east bank of the River Foyle, accessible from the Peace Bridge)
• Tickets: GBP 55 from liveatthesquare.com
• Supports: Conor McLain
• Part of the 3-night Live at the Square festival weekend (James Arthur 28 Aug, JLS 29 Aug, Big 80s and 90s 30 Aug)

Getting There

Ebrington Square is on the east bank of the River Foyle, reachable on foot via the Peace Bridge from the city centre (5-minute walk from Guildhall Square). Car parking is available at Ebrington and along Victoria Road. Translink buses serve the city centre throughout the evening.