30th Dunmore East Bluegrass Festival starts next weekend in Waterford

Dunmore East will host the annual Dunmore East Bluegrass Festival from August 23 to 25.

With top acts from Ireland, the UK and the US, this free-entry music festival draws fans of bluegrass, folk and Americana to its pubs, cafes and open-air stages. 

Its easy-going vibe and scenic setting make it one of the most atmospheric weekends of the summer in Waterford.

The thirtieth year of the festival has attracted a stellar lineup of acts, including the Martha Spencer Trio from the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, USA.

Also arriving on Waterford's shores this year is Alabama's Andy Dale Petty.

Additionally playing this year is the Mons Wheeler Band, who have previously played to huge crowds in Dunmore East, and Woodbine, who first played in Dunmore East all the way back in 2002.

The Blackwater Blues Band, based in Co. Waterford, will deliver legendary and contemporary blues and rock.

The Backyard Band will be returning this year, who previously headlined The Comeragh’s Wild Festival and have become regulars at the Dunmore East Bluegrass Festival.

Exciting additional acts such as Kiss My Grass and Whistle will also feature this year.