Events and happenings from in and around the Stradbally area

Florence Road, Gurriers, and Madra Salach join the range of Irish talent set to grace Stradbally in August.

The festival, which will run from Friday, August 28th, to Sunday, August 30th, has announced that over 40 new acts will join those already confirmed in December.

Events and happenings from in and around the Stradbally area

Events and happenings from around the Stradbally area

A spokesperson for the Waterford based group said a pathway has also been set out for the majority of forest owners, who are still not certified, to achieve such status

I love the ‘buy in’ and the pride in the Stradbally jersey feel to the whole experience

The show will be staged on December 5, 6 and 7

The exhibition will be officially opened at 11am with a special performance by members of the Comeragh to Coast Chorus Choir

Events and happenings from around the Stradbally area

Events and happenings from around the Stradbally area

The photo was taken in 1972

Stradbally and the surrounding areas are expected to be affected

Defendant Pelu Sava, 18 Fortunestown Close, Tallaght, Dublin 24, is charged with stealing four mobile phones in the main arena and handling one stolen phone at Cosby House on Sunday, August 31st.

Organisers said they are "already making sure" 2026 will be "the best festival yet".

From Kneecap's packed Main Stage moment to the comfort of pre-booked camping, EP delivered – despite the drizzle.

An Afternoon Tea party in support of support of Waterford Hospice will take place on Wednesday, September 18, at 1pm

The proposals are now available for review, and the group encourages people to share their views through an anonymous online survey

If you're lucky enough to be making the trek to Co Laois this weekend, keep reading to find out everything you need to know before the festival

Events and happenings from around the Stradbally area