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20th Aug 2018

Gardaí have released a list of all the items banned from the Papal mass

Alan Loughnane

Pope mass banned items

Don’t get caught out…

Tickets for the Pope’s appearances in the Phoenix Park and Knock sold out quickly, so it’s pretty clear that there’s going to a large crowd at his mass in the Phoenix Park. Luckily, the venue is well on the way to being ready for everyone attending.

On Sunday morning, Pope Francis will leave Dublin and arrive at Knock Airport, before making his way to Knock Shrine for approximately 9.45am. Following this, he will return to Dublin and will make it to Phoenix Park in Dublin by 2.30pm for the big one, mass.

You can check out his full itinerary here.

A huge crowd is expected and attendees are urged to use public transport if possible, although Irish Rail have advised that many of the intercity services are now sold out.

With a large crowd expected, Gardaí have released a list of all the prohibited items from the Papal mass with those attending urged not to attempt to bring anything on the list, as it will be confiscated and will not be returned.

It’s important to note, take care if you’re bringing chairs to sit on for the event, as garden furniture, deckchairs, blow-up furniture and folding armchairs are not allowed.

Below is the full list of prohibited items from the gig mass…

  • Air horns
  • Animals
  • Alcohol
  • Any item that may reasonably be considered for use as a weapon
  • Banners of any size
  • Bicycles
  • Cans
  • Camping/cooking equipment
  • Cooler boxes or large containers
  • Crash helmets or protective headwear or protective clothing
  • Deckchairs, garden furniture, blow-up furniture, folding armchairs, shooting stick stools
  • Drones
  • Excessive amounts of batteries, wires, cables or electrical components
  • Fireworks and flares
  • Flagpoles
  • Glass bottles
  • Illegal substances/illegal merchandise of any description
  • Large prams
  • Large umbrellas
  • Large chains, spiked bracelets or wallet chains
  • Large banners/flags, placards or posters, including sticks
  • Lasers/laser pens
  • Mobility scooters
  • Selfie sticks
  • Smoke cannisters
  • Sound systems
  • Spray cans