After a successful second outing, rave reviews and a demand from fans and performers, Forest Fest is set to make a welcome return to Laois next summer.
The indie boutique festival in the village of Emo will be staged on the weekend of July 19, 2024.
“We’ve been listening attentively to the feedback from those who enjoyed Forest Fest this summer, to the local community, the bands and the artists and it’s a resounding thumbs up for the Forest Fest formula.
“So, we are delighted to confirm that it’s happening, we are going again next year,” said Forest Fest promoter Philip Meagher.
“The message too, is loud and clear, don’t go changing, we love you just the way you are, and we intend to heed that desire for an interesting line-up in an intimate setting.
“People loved the Forest Fest vibe, and we want to stay true to that as bigger isn’t always better,” assured Philip, who revealed that negotiations are already underway with agents and artists to secure a first-class programme of performers.
He said: “Our second Forest Fest this summer ran off really well and was a great success, but we know we need to tweak some things, make improvements to ensure and enhance an even better Forest Fest experience next July.
“We’ve locked in our dates and now the work is underway to put the best bands, artists, attractions, food offering, children’s entertainment, camping facilities and so on to provide a safe and fun family-friendly festival, at a fair price point, not just for the tickets but the beverage, food and refreshments offering as well.
“Music fans are already missing the summer, hankering for the fun of festival, and hanging out with friends in a comfortable, convenient and cosy space and we want to assure them that we are working on a line-up and festival programme with all the trimming for next July, so watch this space.
“Loyalty Tickets for Forest Fest3 will go on sale at 9am on Wednesday the 13th December next, just in time as a fabulous Christmas gift.
“People have been asking are we going ahead again, so we just wanted to reassure everyone, Forest Fest 3 is on it’s way next July, on the weekend of July 19th, in the same location and venue which served us so well this year.
“We have the same team behind this year’s successful event on production, staging, security, vendors, online customer service to ensure we maintain high standards and production values for a quality show and performance on all levels, right throughout the festival weekend and across all aspects of the event.
“We will be repeating the festival arena setup with four dedicated arenas to include the very popular festival fleadh tent and arena for best of up and coming Irish acts with an emphasis on as much local talent as possible.
“One of our tents will also be dedicated late at night to recreating the Ibiza Summer Dance Vibe from the 90’s with international DJ’s already booked.
“Some important dates for your diary, Forest Fest3 takes place on the weekend of July 19th, 2024, and the loyalty weekend ticket offering will go on sale on Wednesday the 13th December next, with early bird tickets going on sale on the 15th December.
“So, keep an eye out on your email for Wednesday morning next week as we will send out the loyalty ticket link via email to all previous attendees.
“You can also share the available link with your own family and close friends during the 48 hour window of when its available.
“Take care and looking forward to seeing you all back at Forest Fest3 next summer.”
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