How the Journey Works

Our coaches will collect passengers from regional hubs across Ireland, including the North West, West, and Midlands. Exact stops and pickup times are listed in the journey table. The idea is simple: one booking, one planned route, and a comfortable coach journey into Dublin so you can focus on the night ahead rather than juggling multiple connections.

IMMA is located at Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Dublin 8, and major outdoor shows in the area can draw heavy inbound traffic as doors time approaches. Your driver will plan arrival before doors open (depending on traffic) so you’re not stepping off the coach already rushed giving you space to meet your group, get oriented, and settle into the venue atmosphere before the first big moments hit.

After the show, you’ll return from the same agreed coach collection point, the bus departs 30 minutes after the concert ends. It’s a predictable loop designed for high-demand Dublin nights: arrive calm, stay for the full finish, and head home comfortably once the last song lands.

FAQs – Bus to Deftones at IMMA – 25th August 2026

Q. When will I receive my bus ticket for the Bus to Deftones at IMMA from Irish Concert Travel?

A. You will receive a booking confirmation within a few minutes of making your booking. This confirmation will be emailed to the email address you submitted on your booking. (Please check your spam/junk folders)

Q. Should I print the booking confirmation for the Bus to Deftones at IMMA ?

A. You don’t have to print the booking confirmation, but we recommend you have a screenshot of the booking confirmation on your phone to show the Irish Concert Travel driver/ representative

Q. Can I purchase a one-way ticket for the Bus to Deftones at IMMA ?

A. We only sell return bus tickets unless otherwise stated on the booking page of our website. You can use a return bus ticket for one-way travel. Please insert “one-way travel” beside the passengers name when making your booking if this is your requirement

Q. Can I get a refund on my ticket for the Bus to Deftones at IMMA ?

A. Our bus tickets are non-refundable. You can view our refund policy on our website Terms and Conditions page.

Q. What time should I be at my pickup location?

A. You should be at the pickup point 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time as displayed on your booking confirmation for the Bus to Deftones at IMMA

Q. Can backpacks / luggage be brought on the Bus to Deftones at IMMA ?

A. Small backpacks can be brought on the bus once the driver agrees. Large backpacks or hand luggage may have to be stored in luggage compartments. The driver may request that all bags/ backpacks be stored in luggage compartments.

Q. Can small bags/ backpacks be left on the Bus to Deftones at IMMA while I am at the event?

A. Yes, you can store your bags on the coach while you are at the event. However, we recommend you do not leave any valuables on the coach. Irish Concert Travel do not take responsibility for any lost or damaged items

Q. How do I find the Bus to Deftones at IMMA after the concert has finished?

A. You can meet the coach at the same location that you were dropped off. If you have any difficulty finding the bus, ring the driver asap or by contacting us on our out of office number located on your booking confirmation email

Q. Will the Bus to Deftones at IMMA leave without me after the event?

A. Our bus services have scheduled departure times. If you do not return to the bus ten minutes before the scheduled departure time, our driver/ representative will contact the phone number you submitted on your booking. If you cannot be contacted or if you don’t appear to be making an effort to return to the bus, the driver will be instructed to depart from the event at the arranged departure time

Q. What time frame do I have to return to the Bus to Deftones at IMMA after the event?

A. Our bus services depart 30 minutes after events end in the 3Arena. Bus services depart 40 minutes after concerts end in larger/ outdoor venues such as: Croke Park, Marlay Park, Phoenix Park, Aviva Stadium, The RDS, Slane Castle, Malahide Castle

Q. Is there a toilet on board or will there be a stop for any comfort breaks on the Bus to Deftones at IMMA ?

A. There is toilets on board some of the vehicles we use but not always guaranteed.

Q. Am I allowed to drink alcohol while travelling on the Bus to Deftones at IMMA ?

A. No, alcohol is not permitted on our vehicles but you can store it in the under-floor luggage compartments and take it with you once the coach arrives at the destination. Intoxicated passengers could be refused entry to the bus.

About Deftones

Deftones are an American alternative metal band from Sacramento, California, formed in 1988. Over the decades they’ve built a reputation for a sound that doesn’t sit neatly in one lane—often described as heavy, atmospheric, and emotionally charged—blending aggressive guitar work with textured production and melodic hooks. Their best-known lineup includes vocalist Chino Moreno, guitarist Stephen Carpenter, drummer Abe Cunningham, and bassist Sergio Vega (long-time touring and recording member), with DJ/keyboard textures historically associated with Frank Delgado. The band’s ability to evolve while staying instantly recognisable is a major reason they continue to headline large venues and outdoor shows.

On record, Deftones’ career landmarks include Adrenaline (1995), Around the Fur (1997), and the breakthrough-era classic White Pony (2000). Tracks like “My Own Summer (Shove It)” and “Change (In the House of Flies)” have become staples of their legacy, crossing from heavy music scenes into wider cultural recognition. They also received a major industry nod by winning a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance for the song “Elite” (from White Pony), a detail that underlines how far their influence has reached beyond any single genre label.

For Dublin, this 25th August 2026 show at IMMA is billed as a major outdoor headline date. The official Irish ticketing information also lists IDLES as the special guest for the IMMA night—an intense pairing that strongly suggests an evening built around high energy from the first band to the final encore. It’s not just a Deftones date; it’s a full-blooded live night in one of Dublin’s most distinctive settings.

IMMA’s location at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham gives the show a sense of occasion that’s hard to replicate indoors: open air, historic architecture, and a crowd that’s there to feel the sound properly. If you want the cleanest way to experience it, the best move is to pair the night with a bus to Deftones at IMMA. You arrive with time, stay for the full finish, and leave without the post-show scramble—exactly how a big summer Dublin headline should feel.

Trivia You Might Not Know:

• Deftones formed in 1988 in Sacramento, California.
• Their breakthrough-era album White Pony was released in 2000 and includes the track “Change (In the House of Flies)”.
• Deftones won a Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance for “Elite”.
• The Dublin IMMA show is listed with doors at 17:00 and an 18+ age restriction.
• Official Irish listings for the IMMA date include IDLES as special guests.