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ABC News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- ABC News
Lubly Dae Takeover: Yesna
Loading Close your eyes and picture a sweaty club basement where you're lost in the dance with your mates – and that's exactly the vibes this legend is bringing to the booth on from his huge Friday Mix in 2024 and a bunch of support slots for heavy hitters including Skin On Skin, Mall Grab, Effy, and Sam Alfred, Yawuru and Karajarri DJ YESNA is back on your radio and better than for his high energy grooves and heavy percussion sounds YESNA seamlessly blends across techno, breaks, and global bass taking you on a journey and keeping you on your on Mix Up, YESNA's hitting us with a stack of high tempo club cuts from Boorloo producers, as well as plenty of techy, proggy and hard-hitting house. Keep it locked!
RTÉ News
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Ireland's top music festivals and gigs in summer 2025
Ireland's summer music season kicks off with Forbidden Fruit in Dublin this weekend, setting the tone for a packed calendar of festivals and headline concerts. From high-energy weekends to relaxed, artsy escapes, here's your essential guide to what's on across the country. Major Music Festivals in Ireland 2025 Forbidden Fruit Festival Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Dublin Dates: Saturday 31 May - Sunday 1 June Who's playing: Jamie xx, Peggy Gou, Caribou, Underworld, Mall Grab, Glass Beams Why go: Ireland's first major festival of the summer blends electronic, indie and experimental sounds in a lush city-centre setting. Night and Day Festival Lough Key Forest Park, Roscommon Dates: Friday 27 - Sunday 29 June Who's playing: The Stunning, Paul Brady, KT Tunstall, José González, The Wailers, Lisa Hannigan Why go: A family-friendly event in a stunning lakeside setting, offering music, arts and wellness activities. The 150-foot Sol Stage, located atop Moylurg Tower, is a highlight. Longitude Festival Marlay Park, Dublin Dates: Saturday 5 - Sunday 6 July Who's playing: David Guetta, 50 Cent, Belters Only, Sonny Fodera, blk., Hannah Laing Why go: A high-energy festival focused on hip hop, dance and urban pop, popular with younger audiences and fans of chart-topping artists. Galway International Arts Festival Various venues, Galway City Dates: Monday 14 – Sunday 27 July Who's playing: Picture This, Mogwai, Sophie Ellis-Bextor & Natasha Bedingfield, The Mary Wallopers, Amble, Block Rockin Beats Why go: This multi-arts festival transforms Galway into a vibrant hub of creativity, featuring over 500 artists from around the globe. All Together Now Curraghmore Estate, Waterford Dates: Thursday 31 July - Sunday 3 August Who's playing: Nelly Furtado, Fontaines D.C., CMAT, Bicep presents CHROMA, London Grammar, Michael Kiwanuka Why go: A 21+ boutique festival that fuses music, art, food and wellness in a picturesque setting. Electric Picnic Stradbally Hall, Laois Dates: Friday 29 - Sunday 31 August Who's playing: Kings of Leon, Hozier, Sam Fender, Fatboy Slim, Becky Hill, Chappell Roan, Orla Gartland Why go: Ireland's biggest and most beloved festival returns with a heavyweight line-up and its signature mix of music, art and creativity. Major Summer Concerts in Ireland 2025 Macklemore St Anne's Park, Dublin - Wednesday, 4 June Virgin Media Park, Cork - Thursday, 5 June Support: Rudimental Why go: The Grammy-winning rapper brings his high-energy show to Dublin, performing hits like Thrift Shop and Can't Hold Us. Stereophonics - Stadium Anthems Tour St Anne's Park, Dublin - Friday, 6 June Virgin Media Park, Cork - Saturday, 7 June Why go: The Welsh rockers return with their first major tour in over three years, delivering a setlist packed with fan favourites and new material. The Corrs - Talk On Corners 2025 Tour Virgin Media Park, Cork - Friday, 6 June St Anne's Park, Dublin - Sunday, 8 June Guests: Imelda May, Natalie Imbruglia Why go: The Irish band reunites to perform classics from their bestselling album. Faithless - Ireland Underground Tour Troy Studios, Limerick - Friday, 6 June Millennium Forum, Derry - Saturday 7 June Why go: Sister Bliss and Rollo lead Faithless's return in a tribute to Maxi Jazz, with reimagined classics performed in unique venues. Neil Young & Crazy Horse - Love Earth World Tour Malahide Castle, Dublin Date: Thursday, 26 June Special guest: Van Morrison Why go: A rare chance to see the rock legend live, with support from a local icon. Duran Duran plus Nile Rodgers & CHIC Malahide Castle, Dublin - Monday, 30 June Virgin Media Park, Cork - Tuesday, 1 July Why go: Dance the night away to timeless hits from two music giants. Mumford & Sons - Rushmere Tour Malahide Castle, Dublin Date: Friday, 4 July Why go: The folk-rock favourites bring anthemic energy to the picturesque castle grounds. Oasis – Live '25 Reunion Tour Croke Park, Dublin Dates: Saturday 16 & Sunday 17 August Special guest: Richard Ashcroft Why go: The Gallagher brothers reunite for one of the most anticipated tours of the decade. Robbie Williams – Live 2025 Tour
Dublin Live
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Dublin Live
Forbidden Fruit 2025 tickets, stage times, weather forecast, transport and everything you need to know
Forbidden Fruit returns to the heart of Dublin city this June Bank Holiday weekend as Ireland's summer festival season officially gets underway. Now in its 13th edition, Forbidden Fruit will take place this Saturday and Sunday set against the backdrop of Dublin 's Royal Hospital Kilmainham. This year's festival will see see Jamie xx play Forbidden Fruit for the third time - after being part of the first festival in 2011, and also playing the Dublin 8 venue in 2015. His set will be his only Irish headline show of the year. Born Slippy icons Underworld will make a long-awaited return to the capital at this year's festival, while Peggy Gou, another Forbidden Fruit veteran, will be on the main stage for the first time this year. Caribou, Mall Grab, Glass Beams, FCUKERS, BUNT, nimino, and Effy round out the main names announced this afternoon. We have all the info you need ahead of the first festival of the summer, including what time each act are expected on stage, and how you can get your hands on last minute tickets. Tickets There are still a handful of weekend tickets available to this year's festival, although fans will have to act quick as these are expected to sell out ahead of the weekend. Two-Day Weekend tickets for Forbidden Fruit 2025 are priced at €184.50 each and are available to buy via Ticketmaster. There are also a small number of day tickets available. Day Tickets are priced at €107.05 each, and fans hoping to visit the festival on Saturday can grab their ticket here, while those looking to head to Day 2 on Sunday can purchase a ticket here. The public are being urged not to travel to the festival grounds unless they have a valid ticket and ID. Ticketholders are also being urged to add their ticket to their phone's wallet and keep it handy. Stage times - Saturday FF Main Stage 9.30pm - 10.45pm : Jamie XX 7.45pm - 9pm : Caribou 6.15pm - 7.15pm : Glass Beams 4.55pm - 5.55pm : Bricknasty 3.30pm - 4.30pm : Trinity Orchestra Undergrowth Stage 9.15pm - 10.35pm : Mall Grab 7.30pm - 9pm : Effy 6.15pm - 7.30pm : Sam Austin 5.15pm - 6pm : Clara La San 3.45pm - 4.45pm : Sarah Crean Lighthouse Stage 9.15pm - 10.35pm : Dart 7.45pm - 9.15pm : Kilimanjaro 6.45pm - 7.45pm : SPRAY (pres) SPRITZZ (live) 5.15pm - 6.45pm : LB AKA LABAT 3.30pm - 5.15pm : Puzzy Wrangle 2pm - 3.30pm : Menace Someplace Else Stage 8.15pm - 9.30pm : The Girls Room 7pm - 8.15pm : Slippery Slopes 5.45pm - 6.45pm : Vatican Jail 4.15pm - 5pm : Ahmed, With Love 3.10pm - 3.40pm : Fynch 2.30pm - 3pm : Avenue 68 RTÉ 2FM Rising Stage 9pm - 10pm: DJ Wax 7.45pm - 8.45pm : Fortune Igiebor 6.15pm - 7.30pm : MOIO 5.15pm - 6pm : Celaviedmai 4.25pm - 5.10pm : Bold Love 3.30pm - 4.15pm : Essiray 2.30pm - 3.15pm : Sweetlemondae Stage times - Sunday FF Main Stage 9.30pm - 10.45pm : Underworld 7.45pm - 9pm : Peggy Gou 6.30pm - 7.30pm : FCUKERS 4.55pm - 5.55pm : Khakikid 3.30pm - 4.30pm : Zaska Undergrowth Stage 9.15pm - 10.35pm : Jazzy 7.45pm - 9pm : Bunt 6.15pm - 7.30pm : Nimino 5pm - 6.15pm : Sahana 3.45pm - 4.45pm : Kayleigh Noble Lighthouse Stage 9.15pm - 10.35pm : X CLUB 7.40pm - 9.10pm : Juicy Romance 6.15pm - 7.40pm : Yaeji (DJ) 4.45pm - 6.15pm : In Parellel 3.20pm - 4.45pm : Jake Fitz 2pm - 3.20pm : Acushla Someplace Else Stage 8.15pm - 9.30pm : DIEBYVEG 7pm - 8.15pm : Jimbo Jones 5.45pm - 6.45pm : Spooklet 4.15pm - 5pm : Cable Boy 3.10pm - 3.40pm : BBFT 2.30pm - 3pm : Smithereens RTÉ 2FM Live Stage 9pm - 10pm: Dave Treacy 8pm - 8.45pm : Pastiche 7pm - 7.45pm : Shiv 5.30pm - 6.30pm : Cliffords 4.30pm - 5.15pm : F3MIII 3.30pm - 4.15pm : Negro Impacto 2.30pm - 3.15pm : Annie Dog What you need to know ahead of the festival Festival gates will open at 2pm on Saturday and Sunday and last entry to the festival is at 9pm on both days. The last act is scheduled to finish at 10.45pm each night. Festivalgoers are being told not to bring large bags with them and to keep them A4 or smaller. People without bags will be fast-tracked into the arena. Ticketholders are being warned that there's no re-admission. Once you're in for the day, you're in! Day tickets are valid to be scanned once upon arrival for the allocated day you purchased and Weekend tickets are valid to be scanned once upon arrival, each day you attend the festival. Ticketholders are also being advised to take note that the festival is a cashless event, so make sure bring your credit / debit cards and that your phone has plenty of battery. Forbidden Fruit Festival is an over 18s event. Driving licence, passport or garda card are all acceptable forms of identification. Anyone who appears under 18 years old may be asked for ID to enter the festival. The festival operates the Challenge 25 policy at all bars on site. This means that anyone who looks 25 years or under can expect to be asked for ID. How to get Royal Hospital Kilmainham The Royal Hospital Kilmainham is situated between Heuston Railway Station, the iconic Kilmainham Gaol and the world famous Guinness Brewery. It is twelve minutes from the M50 motorway and easy to get to from the airport. By Bus: To Heuston Station (five minutes walk via Military Road): 26 from Wellington Quay; 51, 79 from Aston Quay; 90 Dart Feeder Bus from Connolly and Tara Street stations. To James Street (5 minutes walk via steps to Bow Lane onto Irwin Street and Military Road): 123 from O'Connell Street/Dame Street; 51B, 78A from Aston Quay. By Car : 10 minute drive from city centre. There is no parking at the venue. Traffic Restrictions will be in place on Military Road and Kilmainham Lane. The nearest public car park is Park Rite Parking Lot at 7 Queen Street, Dublin 7. By Foot : Approximately 30 minutes from the city centre. Pedestrian access is via East Gate, Military Road, Dublin 8 By Train : Five minute walk from Heuston Station; from Connolly and Tara Street Stations by 90 bus to Heuston Station. By Luas : Red line to Heuston Station, five minute walk to Museum entrance on Military Road. Prohibited items The following are a list of items not permitted to be brought into the festival grounds: Fireworks, Chinese Lanterns, flares, and high-power torches are not allowed. No bags over a4 size Liquids Alcohol Illicit drugs, legal highs or nitrous oxide are not allowed. Glass (except for small make-up items and perfume/aftershave) Animals (except guide dogs) are not allowed. Anything which could be considered an offensive weapon is not allowed. Gas Cylinders are not permitted. Petrol Generators or Liquefied Petroleum Gas is not allowed. BBQs are not allowed. Laser Pens are not allowed. Professional photographic equipment is not allowed. (this applies to cameras that have detachable lenses) Selfie Sticks are not allowed. Drones are not allowed. Umbrellas are not allowed. Spray canisters / Smoke Bombs / Gas canisters are not allowed. Megaphones are not allowed. High Vis Clothing is not allowed. No folding chairs/ Garden Furniture Weather forecast According to Met Eireann's latest forecast, Saturday will start off mainly dry, but rain will spread eastwards across the country through the morning and early afternoon. The rain will clear during the afternoon with sunshine and showers following for the rest of the day, with highest temperatures of 15C to 19C with moderate to fresh southwest winds, but becoming very windy later near Atlantic coasts, with strong to gale force and gusty southwest winds developing in the evening and continuing for a time on Saturday night along with further showers or longer spells of rain. Sunday is expected to be breezy with a mix of sunshine and showers. It will be cooler with highest temperatures of 13C to 17C and moderate to fresh and gusty westerly winds. Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
Irish Independent
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Forbidden Fruit Festival 2025: All you need to know as Peggy Gou, Jazzy and more take to the stage
The two-day festival takes place on Saturday, May 31, and Sunday, June 1. Gates open at 2pm each day, and the last entry to the festival is at 9.30pm. Who's playing when? Saturday sees Jamie XX close the main stage, with Caribou, Glass Beams and Trinity Orchestra performing earlier in the day. Mall Grab, Effy and Sam Austins are among those playing the Undergrowth Stage, while Kilimanjaro, LB aka LABAT and Pussy Wrangler light up the Lighthouse Stage. There will also be sets across the RTÉ 2FM Rising Stage and the Someplace Else Stage, featuring local and emerging acts such as Celaviedmai, Sweetlemondae and Vatican Jail. On Sunday, dance royalty Underworld headline the main stage following Peggy Gou's much-anticipated set. Jazzy, Bunt, Yaeji and Juicy Romance are among those performing across the other stages. When the festival wraps on-site around 10.45pm, the party moves into the city. Wristband holders can access Forbidden Fruit Night, a series of official after-parties across town, featuring DJ collectives and guest slots from some of the festival's own performers. These are ticketed separately, so plan ahead if you want to keep the night going. Who is playing and when? Saturday, May 31 Main Stage Trinity Orchestra – 3.30pm–4.30pm; Bricknasty – 4.55pm–5.55pm; Glass Beams – 6.15pm–7.15pm; Caribou – 7.45pm–9pm; Jamie XX – 9.30pm–10.45pm Undergrowth Stage Sarah Crean – 3.45pm–4.45pm; Clara La San – 5.15pm–6pm; Sam Austins – 6.15pm–7.30pm; Effy – 7.45pm–9pm; Mall Grab – 9.15pm–10.35pm Lighthouse Stage Menace – 2pm–3.30pm; Pussy Wrangler – 3.30pm–5.15pm; LB aka LABAT – 5.15pm–6.45pm; SPRAY (presents) SPRITZZ (live) – 6.45pm–7.45pm; Kilimanjaro – 7.45pm–9.15pm; DART – 9.15pm–10.35pm RTÉ 2FM Rising Stage Sweetlemondae – 2.30pm–3.15pm; Essiray – 3.30pm–4.15pm; Bold Love – 4.25pm–5.10pm; Celaviedmai – 5.15pm–6pm; MOIO – 6.15pm–7.30pm; Fortune Igiebor – 7.45pm–8.45pm; DJ Wax – 9pm–10pm Someplace Else Stage Avenue 68 – 2.30pm–3pm; FYNCH – 3.10pm–3.40pm; Ahmed, With Love – 4.15pm–5pm; Vatican Jail – 5.45pm–6.45pm; Slippery Slopes – 7pm–8.15pm; The Girls Room – 8.15pm–9.30pm Sunday, 1 June Main Stage Zaska – 3.30pm–4.30pm; Khakikid – 4.55pm–5.55pm; FCUKERS – 6.30pm–7.30pm; Peggy Gou – 7.45pm–9.15pm; Underworld – 9.30pm–10.45pm Lighthouse Stage Acushla – 2pm–3.20pm; Jake Fitz – 3.20pm–4.45pm; In Parallel – 4.45pm–6.15pm; Yaeji (DJ set) – 6.15pm–7.40pm; Juicy Romance – 7.40pm–9.10pm; X CLUB – 9.10pm–10.35pm Undergrowth Stage Kayleigh Noble – 3.45pm–4.45pm; Sahana – 5pm–6.15pm; Nimino – 6.15pm–7.30pm; Bunt – 7.45pm–9pm; Jazzy – 9.15pm–10.35pm RTÉ 2FM Live Stage Annie Dog – 2.30pm–3.15pm; Negro Impacto – 3.30pm–4.15pm; F3MIII – 4.30pm–5.15pm; Cliffords – 5.30pm–6.30pm; Shiv – 7pm–7.45pm; Pastiche – 8pm–8.45pm; Dave Treacy – 9pm–10pm Someplace Else Stage Smithereens – 2.30pm–3pm; BBFT – 3.10pm–3.40pm; Cable Boy – 4.15pm–5pm; Spooklet – 5.45pm–6.45pm; Jimbo Jones – 7pm–8.15pm; DIEBYVEG – 8.15pm–9.30pm Tickets At the time of writing, tickets are still available via Ticketmaster, including single-day and weekend options. Tier 3 tickets are listed at €107.05 for a day ticket, and Tier 4 weekend tickets at €184.50, with additional fees depending on delivery method. The event is fully cashless, so be sure to bring a contactless payment method. Getting there There is no parking at the venue, and traffic restrictions will be in place around Kilmainham Lane and Military Road. The easiest way to get there is by public transport. By bus, the 13, 123 and 40 routes stop nearby (alight at St James's Hospital), as do the C1–C4 services. The Red Line Luas will take you from the city centre to Heuston Station, which is just a five-minute walk from the gates. For those travelling from further afield, Heuston Station is served by Irish Rail services, and the Luas connects easily with Connolly Station too. Pedestrian access is via the East Gate on Military Road and the West Gate on James's Street. Gates open at 2pm, and the last entry is at 9.30pm. Those with a mobility-impaired parking badge will be permitted vehicle access via James's Street and Military Road to a designated car park near the East Gate. Vehicles will be held for around 30 minutes after the last act finishes, so factor that into your plans. Security and what to bring Festivalgoers are advised to pack light. Only small bags (A4 size or smaller) will be allowed and will be searched on entry. If you're going bag-free, you'll be fast-tracked through security. Leave umbrellas, drones, liquids and pets at home. Professional recording equipment, fireworks and illegal substances are strictly banned. Smoking is not allowed in enclosed spaces, and re-entry is not permitted with day tickets. Bars will operate a Challenge 25 policy – so if you look under 25, bring valid ID. Catering and bar services will be available throughout the weekend. Organisers also ask that you look after yourself and your mates – take breaks, stay hydrated, and be mindful of others. There will be wellness zones on-site and medics available if needed. Weather It wouldn't be an Irish festival without some unpredictable weather. Saturday is expected to start off dry, but turn wet and windy as the day goes on, with temperatures between 15C and 20C.
Irish Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Forbidden Fruit 2025 - Tickets, stage times, transport and all you need to know
Forbidden Fruit returns to the heart of Dublin city this June Bank Holiday weekend as Ireland's summer festival season officially gets underway. Now in its 13th edition, Forbidden Fruit will take place this Saturday and Sunday set against the backdrop of Dublin's Royal Hospital Kilmainham. This year's festival will see see Jamie xx play Forbidden Fruit for the third time - after being part of the first festival in 2011, and also playing the Dublin 8 venue in 2015. His set will be his only Irish headline show of the year. Born Slippy icons Underworld will make a long-awaited return to the capital at this year's festival, while Peggy Gou, another Forbidden Fruit veteran, will be on the main stage for the first time this year. Caribou, Mall Grab, Glass Beams, FCUKERS, BUNT, nimino, and Effy round out the main names announced this afternoon. We have all the info you need ahead of the first festival of the summer, including what time each act are expected on stage, and how you can get your hands on last minute tickets. There are still a handful of weekend tickets available to this year's festival, although fans will have to act quick as these are expected to sell out ahead of the weekend. Two-Day Weekend tickets for Forbidden Fruit 2025 are priced at €184.50 each and are available to buy via Ticketmaster. There are also a small number of day tickets available. Day Tickets are priced at €107.05 each, and fans hoping to visit the festival on Saturday can grab their ticket here, while those looking to head to Day 2 on Sunday can purchase a ticket here. The public are being urged not to travel to the festival grounds unless they have a valid ticket and ID. Ticketholders are also being urged to add their ticket to their phone's wallet and keep it handy. 9.30pm - 10.45pm: Jamie XX 7.45pm - 9pm: Caribou 6.15pm - 7.15pm: Glass Beams 4.55pm - 5.55pm: Bricknasty 3.30pm - 4.30pm: Trinity Orchestra 9.15pm - 10.35pm: Mall Grab 7.30pm - 9pm: Effy 6.15pm - 7.30pm: Sam Austin 5.15pm - 6pm: Clara La San 3.45pm - 4.45pm: Sarah Crean 9.15pm - 10.35pm: Dart 7.45pm - 9.15pm: Kilimanjaro 6.45pm - 7.45pm: SPRAY (pres) SPRITZZ (live) 5.15pm - 6.45pm: LB AKA LABAT 3.30pm - 5.15pm: Puzzy Wrangle 2pm - 3.30pm: Menace 8.15pm - 9.30pm: The Girls Room 7pm - 8.15pm: Slippery Slopes 5.45pm - 6.45pm: Vatican Jail 4.15pm - 5pm: Ahmed, With Love 3.10pm - 3.40pm: Fynch 2.30pm - 3pm: Avenue 68 9pm - 10pm: DJ Wax 7.45pm - 8.45pm: Fortune Igiebor 6.15pm - 7.30pm: MOIO 5.15pm - 6pm: Celaviedmai 4.25pm - 5.10pm: Bold Love 3.30pm - 4.15pm: Essiray 2.30pm - 3.15pm: Sweetlemondae 9.30pm - 10.45pm: Underworld 7.45pm - 9pm: Peggy Gou 6.30pm - 7.30pm: FCUKERS 4.55pm - 5.55pm: Khakikid 3.30pm - 4.30pm: Zaska 9.15pm - 10.35pm: Jazzy 7.45pm - 9pm: Bunt 6.15pm - 7.30pm: Nimino 5pm - 6.15pm: Sahana 3.45pm - 4.45pm: Kayleigh Noble 9.15pm - 10.35pm: X CLUB 7.40pm - 9.10pm: Juicy Romance 6.15pm - 7.40pm: Yaeji (DJ) 4.45pm - 6.15pm: In Parellel 3.20pm - 4.45pm: Jake Fitz 2pm - 3.20pm: Acushla 8.15pm - 9.30pm: DIEBYVEG 7pm - 8.15pm: Jimbo Jones 5.45pm - 6.45pm: Spooklet 4.15pm - 5pm: Cable Boy 3.10pm - 3.40pm: BBFT 2.30pm - 3pm: Smithereens 9pm - 10pm: Dave Treacy 8pm - 8.45pm: Pastiche 7pm - 7.45pm: Shiv 5.30pm - 6.30pm: Cliffords 4.30pm - 5.15pm: F3MIII 3.30pm - 4.15pm: Negro Impacto 2.30pm - 3.15pm: Annie Dog Festival gates will open at 2pm on Saturday and Sunday and last entry to the festival is at 9pm on both days. The last act is scheduled to finish at 10.45pm each night. Festivalgoers are being told not to bring large bags with them and to keep them A4 or smaller. People without bags will be fast-tracked into the arena. Ticketholders are being warned that there's no re-admission. Once you're in for the day, you're in! Day tickets are valid to be scanned once upon arrival for the allocated day you purchased and Weekend tickets are valid to be scanned once upon arrival, each day you attend the festival. Ticketholders are also being advised to take note that the festival is a cashless event, so make sure bring your credit / debit cards and that your phone has plenty of battery. Forbidden Fruit Festival is an over 18s event. Driving licence, passport or garda card are all acceptable forms of identification. Anyone who appears under 18 years old may be asked for ID to enter the festival. The festival operates the Challenge 25 policy at all bars on site. This means that anyone who looks 25 years or under can expect to be asked for ID. The Royal Hospital Kilmainham is situated between Heuston Railway Station, the iconic Kilmainham Gaol and the world famous Guinness Brewery. It is twelve minutes from the M50 motorway and easy to get to from the airport. By Bus: To Heuston Station (five minutes walk via Military Road): 26 from Wellington Quay; 51, 79 from Aston Quay; 90 Dart Feeder Bus from Connolly and Tara Street stations. To James Street (5 minutes walk via steps to Bow Lane onto Irwin Street and Military Road): 123 from O'Connell Street/Dame Street; 51B, 78A from Aston Quay. By Car: 10 minute drive from city centre. There is no parking at the venue. Traffic Restrictions will be in place on Military Road and Kilmainham Lane. The nearest public car park is Park Rite Parking Lot at 7 Queen Street, Dublin 7. By Foot: Approximately 30 minutes from the city centre. Pedestrian access is via East Gate, Military Road, Dublin 8 By Train: Five minute walk from Heuston Station; from Connolly and Tara Street Stations by 90 bus to Heuston Station. By Luas: Red line to Heuston Station, five minute walk to Museum entrance on Military Road. The following are a list of items not permitted to be brought into the festival grounds: Fireworks, Chinese Lanterns, flares, and high-power torches are not allowed. No bags over a4 size Liquids Alcohol Illicit drugs, legal highs or nitrous oxide are not allowed. Glass (except for small make-up items and perfume/aftershave) Animals (except guide dogs) are not allowed. Anything which could be considered an offensive weapon is not allowed. Gas Cylinders are not permitted. Petrol Generators or Liquefied Petroleum Gas is not allowed. BBQs are not allowed. Laser Pens are not allowed. Professional photographic equipment is not allowed. (this applies to cameras that have detachable lenses) Selfie Sticks are not allowed. Drones are not allowed. Umbrellas are not allowed. Spray canisters / Smoke Bombs / Gas canisters are not allowed. Megaphones are not allowed. High Vis Clothing is not allowed. No folding chairs/ Garden Furniture Once the lights go out on the grounds of Kilmainham, there is a tempting selection of Forbidden Fruit After-Parties taking place in a variety of official locations around the city. FF Night shows are ticket-only events, exclusively for those attending the festival by the day. You must have a valid festival ticket in addition to a ticket for the FF night. Ticket checks will be in operation. Line-ups are subject to change, venue entry policies apply. Tickets for FF Night are available here. Weather forecast According to Met Eireann's latest forecast, Saturday will start off mainly dry, but rain will spread eastwards across the country through the morning and early afternoon. The rain will clear during the afternoon with sunshine and showers following for the rest of the day, with highest temperatures of 15C to 19C with moderate to fresh southwest winds, but becoming very windy later near Atlantic coasts, with strong to gale force and gusty southwest winds developing in the evening and continuing for a time on Saturday night along with further showers or longer spells of rain. Sunday is expected to be breezy with a mix of sunshine and showers. It will be cooler with highest temperatures of 13C to 17C and moderate to fresh and gusty westerly winds.
