First acts of the 2026 Comeraghs Wild Festival are announced

One of the highlights of this year's upcoming Comeraghs Wild Festival will be an open air concert at Cooney's Yard.

Taking place on Friday 10 July, the much-loved mountain concert returns with a double bill of indie nostalgia an high-octane trad, when Cork favourites The Frank and Walters will share the stage with Ruaile Buaile.

For more than three decades, The Frank and Walters have been one of Ireland’s most beloved indie bands.

Fronted by Paul Linehan alongside Ashley Keating, Rory Murphy, and Cian Corbett, the Cork band has built a reputation for joyful, uplifting live shows.

Their indie hits include Fashion Crisis Hits New York and After All.

Joining them on the night are Ruaile Buaile, the popular five-piece “twisted trad” group. 

Featuring Niall Kelly, Jack Godley, Shane Lynam, Cathal Guinan and Seán Bourke, the band are one of Ireland’s most exciting live acts.

Festival organiser Bernadette Drohan said the concert continues to be one of the defining moments of the Comeragh’s Wild Festival each year.

“The concert at Cooney’s Yard has become one of the most special parts of the festival. There’s something truly magical about people gathering together for great live music in the middle of the Comeragh Mountains on a summer evening. 

"With The Frank and Walters and Ruaile Buaile on the line-up this year, we’re looking forward to an incredible night of nostalgia, energy and celebration.” 

Early bird tickets for the concert are now available from €25 via the Comeraghs Wild Festival website.

The full 2026 programme is yet to be revealed.