Get ready for a weekend of music, magic, and family fun as Kaleidoscope Festival returns to the spectacular grounds of Russborough House, Wicklow from Friday, July 4th to Sunday, July 6th, celebrating its 5th birthday in style!
Ireland’s favourite family music festival brings an unforgettable three-day line-up of legendary and homegrown talent. Headliners include Scottish rock icons Texas, Irish favourites The Coronas, Ocean Colour Scene, Hermitage Green, rising star Allie Sherlock, and the ever- energetic Riptide Movement.
Festival-goers can also catch crowd-pleasers like The Jerry Fish Electric Sideshow, while the Zozimus Stage transforms into the ultimate house party with sets from ABBAesque, a Daft Punk Tribute, DJ Kelly-Anne Byrne, and many more.
Beyond the music, Kaleidoscope is celebrated as Ireland’s best-value summer staycation, offering a packed programme of family-friendly entertainment – all included in the ticket price. Kids and teens can groove it out at silent discos, be amazed by circus spectacles, and join in on high-energy dance-offs.
Budding creatives can take part in illustration workshops, let their imaginations soar in storytelling sessions with beloved authors like Roddy Doyle, and get hands- on with art activities led by the National Gallery of Ireland.
For curious minds, there’s live science shows with Mark the Science Guy, cooking adventures at the Scrumdiddlyumptious Festival of Food, wildlife encounters with the National Reptile Zoo, and for even the littlest members of the family there is baby-friendly fun from ClapHandies and Move with Carla.
Whether you’re camping out or just dropping in for a day, Kaleidoscope promises a colourful weekend bursting with discovery, imagination, and celebration for all ages.
Tickets are going fast – visit kaleidoscopefestival.ie to grab yours.
Words: Emma Lueders
