The sun shines for magical Tipperary music festival

The sun shone for the weekend and festival goers came out in huge numbers to enjoy When Next We Meet in Clonmel.

It was a glorious weekend of quality entertainment with some really special stand out performances from top musicians at the Raheen House venue.

(Pictures by John D Kelly)

Ye Vagabonds gave a stunning performance on Saturday evening, and they had to, as they followed the exceptional Susan O’Neill on the stage in the wonderful setting provided by Raheen House.

And of course Bell X1 drew their own impressive following and made many more fans with their performance on Sunday evening which finished off an incredible weekend of musical entertainment.

There is a unique laid back feel to this music festival, an event that has grown in popularity since it was established three years ago.

The ambiance of the festival generated by organisers Kate Twohig and Eoin Hally is a major attraction.

The grounds at Raheen House allow for the organisers to create a very special event with two stages placed in natural amphitheares.

On one of those stages in the walled garden the Hidden Gem performers provided great entertainment.

Since its inception in 2022 When Next We Meet has been committed to showcasing the best of local Irish artists and again this year local artists were a cornerstone of the fest ival.

Indie rock newcomers MDR, The Cedartowns, Briars, Ruairí de Leaster ,Eve Whelan, The Wood of 0 and Seanie Birmingham from Mullinahone all graced the Hidden Gems stage in the intimate setting of the walled garden.