Forest Fest

Forest Fest is a stunning music and arts event in Emo, Laois, on July 21-23, 2023. After receiving tremendous feedback from fans and performers after its premier year, Forest Fest will enthusiastically return to Laois! Enjoy the beautiful scenery while jamming out to your favorite artists at this one-of-a-kind festival.

Forest Fest is an intimate event designed for a specific audience to provide that unique, up-close gig experience. The summertime celebration will surely get you dancing at Emo Village's crossroads, where fans reign supreme. You bring the energy, and Forest Fest will set it off! Located in County Offaly, just a short drive from Midlands Park Hotel, enjoy this one-of-a-kind festival at Ireland's crossroads!

Emo village in Laois is excited to welcome James as the headliner for their Forest Fest weekend this summer, which has won multiple awards! Joining them on stage is an incredible lineup of artists, including Suede, BellX1, Suzanne Vega, Peter Hook, and The Light, Alabama 3, plus a variety of others, such as Allie Sherlock, Apollo Junction, Bleach Lab, Dream Wife, Duke Special, Emer Dunne, In Tua Nua, Lavengro, 49th&Main, Roisin O, Robert Grace, The Barley Mob, The Lost Messiahs, The Outcast Crew, Trouble Pilgrims, Bone Machine, Pogueology, These Charming Men, Classic Beatles, Walkeleles, and many more - don't miss out!