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Irish Independent
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Roscommon gears up for Lough Key's Night and Day Festival featuring music and relaxation
Home > Regionals > Roscommon > News Night and Day Festival returns to Lough Key Forest and Activity Park in County Roscommon between June 27 and June 29 Lough Key, County Roscommon, will again be the venue for the Night and Day Festival in County Roscommon Headlined by artists like Paul Brady, The Wailers, The Stunning, Lisa Hannigan, Sultans of Ping, José González, KT Tunstall, Adwaith and Fionn Regan, the popular outdoor musical festival is set to draw large crowds to Lough Key Forest and Activity Park in County Roscommon between June 27 and June 29. Organised and co-founded by Mayo native Craig Hughes, Political Editor for the Irish Daily Mail, the festival is promoted as part of Roscommon's outdoor recreation campaign, 'Breathe in Roscommon'. The Night and Day Festival also offers a variety of family-friendly activities including dance workshops, kids' yoga, circus skills, nature foraging, ancient games and craft making. The festival has built a new wellness area near the Lough Key Forest and Activity Park that will host morning yoga classes, reiki sessions and saunas for attendees. 'This year we have really enhanced our wellness offering so festivalgoers can reconnect with nature in the morning while dancing to great music in the afternoon,' said festival co-founder, Craig Hughes. Lough Key Forest and Activity Park, which offers zip-lining courses, boat tours, kayaking, and forest trails, will remain open to the public during the festival. The inaugural Night and Day Festival took place in September 2022 at Clonalis House in Castlerea. It moved to its present venue in Lough Key Forest Park the following year. Roscommon Tourism Officer Lisa Joy said festival celebrates Roscommon's 'unique heritage, arts and culture as well as its scenic outdoor offerings that can be enjoyed by people of all ages'. 'We anticipate the Night and Day Festival to not just raise awareness about the county's forest trails and lakeside adventures but also inspire people to slow down, explore the landscapes and truly breathe in Roscommon,' Ms Joy added. The Night and Day Festival is an over-20s event but Children under 14 can attend once accompanied by a parent or guardian with a child's ticket. Camping options include a campsite with water stations and showers to ensure comfort throughout the weekend. For more information on activities and festival details, visit:
Irish Independent
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Galway International Arts Festival sees The Stunning return for hometown gig
An explosive night can be expected as Interplanetary Criminal, Shampain and Tommy Holohan light up the stage on July 25. Together, these three will deliver a night of pulsating rhythms, genre-blurring sounds, and serious party energy. The following night, July 26, will see a band known for their infectious energy, unforgettable melodies, and electric performances, return to their hometown. Formed in Galway in the late 1980s, The Stunning quickly rose to fame with a string of hits that quickly became Irish anthems, including Brewing Up a Storm, Heads Are Gonna Roll, and Half Past Two. The Stunning are renowned for delivering live shows that blend tight musicianship with raw, crowd-pleasing energy - making this show one not to be missed. 'This special Galway homecoming concert at the Heineken Big Top on Saturday, July 26, promises to be one of the most magical nights of the summer,' Galway International Arts Festival said. Acts already announced for the Heineken Big Top at Galway International Arts Festival 2025 include Block Rockin Beats, Amble, The Mary Wallopers, Picture This, Mogwai, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Natasha Bedingfield, and Kingfishr. Galway International Arts Festival is an annual celebration of the arts, featuring a diverse programme of events, including music, theatre, visual arts and more. It brings together local and international artists to showcase their talent, creating a vibrant cultural experience for audiences of all ages. This year, GIAF runs from July 14 to 27. Tickets for both shows go on sale at 10am on Friday, May 2 from or
