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18th November 2025
03:19pm GMT
Brought to you by Beyond the Pale
Prepare for a festival experience like no other.
With the first round of acts just announced for Beyond the Pale 2026, it's safe to say that we can expect an epic weekend of music.
With Beyond the Pale being recognised as IMRO Best Small Live Music Festival of the Year, it offers a fab mix of international talent, Irish favourites, and breakthrough artists. While Caribou, Soulwax and Father John Misty have been announced as the first-round headliners, there is also some amazing local talent set to play, such as BIIRD, NewDad and SexyTadhg. We can also expect some more amazing acts to be announced in 2026!
For anyone looking to keep dancing all night long, there are also late-night areas which are sure to keep you entertained and grooving.
What makes Beyond the Pale stand out is its wide variety of activities taking place over the weekend outside of its star-studded musical line-up. Expect a blend of world-class music, arts, food, and wellness, which is sure to provide a full festival experience for everyone to enjoy.
If you wanna soak up some culture, Beyond the Pale has a vast programme of comedy, theatre and cabaret scheduled for the weekend. This amazing arts programme is sure to have some hidden gems and stellar performances.
Wellness is not something one traditionally would associate with going to a festival, but that doesn't always have to be the case. Who says you can’t have some r&r while camping? The Acushla Wellness Field is set to be at Beyond the Pale for all your wellness needs. You better bring your togs, as you can expect saunas and cold dips to help clear the hangovers. There will also be a chance to get a massage, which I’m sure your back will appreciate after sleeping in a tent. Why not participate in some sunrise yoga, which is perfect for those who either want to get up early or who haven't been to bed yet!
Glendalough Estate’s wonderful woods, lakes, and epic open skies provide the perfect backdrop for outdoor activities. There will be forest foraging and birdwatching events taking place during the festival for those who want to immerse themselves in the gorgeous countryside.
The Beyond The Trail charity hike supporting Dublin Simon Community will also be happening. After raising €19,000 in 2025, this is a fab opportunity to meet new people while supporting a great cause.
For anyone apprehensive about the camping aspect of the festival, Beyond the Pale offers a luxurious boutique camping experience. Stay in style and avoid the pesky Irish showers with a wide range of boutique glamping and campervan stays available.
If you’re not wanting to live off dodgy instant meals, there will be curated dining experiences on offer all weekend, along with chef-led pop-ups and Beyond The Plate tastings. Craft cocktails, wines, and local brews will also be on site for those bougie people among us. Who says you can’t expand your palate at a festival?
Beyond The Pale is returning for its fifth edition from June 12th to 14th 2026 at the fab Glendalough Estate in Co. Wicklow under FUEL’s festival management.
You will all be happy to hear that it's only a stone's throw from Dublin. At only 30 minutes away, Beyond the Pale is the perfect camping festival for Dubs who don’t like to travel outside the pale.
So if you’re looking for a fab festival experience, Beyond the Pale has you sorted.
Presale tickets go on sale from 10am on Thursday, November 20th, while general sale starts at 10am on Friday, November 21st. Tickets are available to buy at https://www.itsbeyondthepale.ie/ and make sure you hurry and nab one before they all sell out!
You can also avail of their flexible instalment ticket plan.
Get ready for the ultimate weekend with friends at Beyond the Pale 2026.
