Forest Fest Music & Arts Festival 2026

Forest Fest is Ireland’s boutique music festival, delivering the kind of line-ups you thought you’d never see again — Indie, Britpop, and Rock legends alongside the very best in Irish Trad, Folk, and New Music. Conceived by Laois native Philip Meagher, Forest Fest transforms the village of Emo, Co. Laois into a walkable, world-class festival site where everything is on your doorstep — from stages and food vendors to camping and parking. With an unwavering focus on music quality, comfort, and convenience, Forest Fest has quickly become one of Ireland’s best-loved festivals, offering a sophisticated yet welcoming experience for music lovers from across the country and beyond. This year's festival is happening July 24th - July 26th.

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