Major festival returns to Offaly this weekend
Edenderry Festival returns with a fantastic live music line-up on the main stage including The Druids, George Murphy, Seamus Moore, The Auld Brigade and lots more on Saturday July 22 and Sunday, July 23.
There will also be stalls, inflatables, mini games, sweets, a children’s funfair, a boxing showcase and lots of colour and family fun.
Edenderry Festival 2023 is proudly sponsored by SSE Renewables and Offaly County Council Rural Development LEADER Programme
Edenderry Festival is set to ignite the stage and captivate audiences with a diverse range of genres. From the explosive energy of rock and roll to the hypnotic beats of traditional Irish music, there's a sonic treat for every music enthusiast.
On Saturday July 22 Edenderry Festival kicks off at 12.30 with a Boxing Showcase by St Joseph’s Boxing Club until 2.30pm.
At 3pm Elyse Lille takes to the stage followed by Ben and Ian Cully at 3.45pm.
The Druids take to the stage at 4.45pm until 6.15pm - this multi-award winning international folk band is a must for all lovers of Irish song music and history. Radar take to the stage at 6.15pm followed by the brilliant Ed Kenny and his band All the Best at 7pm. Yakity Yak will be on at 7.45pm followed by George Murphy at 8.30pm and Insomnia Nights will rock the stage from 9.30pm to play out the festival on Saturday night.
On Sunday July 23 Edenderry Festival will open with Wayne Brereton at 1.30pm followed by The Auld Brigade at 2.30pm. Chelsea Kelly will be on at 3.15pm followed by Mel Fitz at 4pm and Hammer and Tongs at 4.45pm. The legendary Seamus Moore will be onstage at 5.45pm and then playing a full gig in Logan’s Bar with all proceeds to Edenderry Tidy Towns.
As you groove to the rhythm, refuel yourself with a wide array of delectable food and beverages from food trucks and local vendors. Midlands Radio will be broadcasting live from the Square on Saturday from 11-2pm and the weather is looking good so organisers expect an electric atmosphere at the square.
With live music in pubs throughout the town featuring local and visiting artists and so much more, Edenderry Festival will certainly be the place to be on next weekend, July 22 and 23.