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KILMEEDY  MUSIC  FESTIVAL 2027

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Friday, 10th and Saturday, 11th September 2027

Séanie’s farm in the heart of Kilmeedy village.

company Logo - Lynch Solicitors - Newcastle West
company Logo - Kilmeedy Wind Farm
Logo with yellow text 'Patrick Murphy Marquee Hire' above a colorful bounce house illustration and 'Crazy Max Castles & Marquees' text below.
company Logo - Ned Kelly's Bar - Newcastle West
company Logo - Heineken
company Logo - Torque SEO
company Logo - Pat kelly Electrical
company Logo - Kilmeedy Sandstone
company Logo - Whites Skips
company Logo - Kilmeedy Wind Farm
John Deere logo with 'Geary's Garage' text and 'Established 1929' green and yellow design.
Heathfield Farms logo with HF initials, cow, trees, and the words land, livestock, people, progress.
Logo with text Donal Gayer Ironworks above a black anvil icon on a beige circular background.
ANTIFYRE Ireland Ltd. company name in white text on dark red circular background.
Skiddle brand logo with a stylized letter S to the left of the word 'skiddle'.
company Logo - KCS Logistics & Cold Storage
Orange concrete mixer truck on a green circular background with the name 'Gerry Coleman' in bold white capital letters above.
Circular emblem with a border of tan stones surrounding a brown background featuring a yellow excavator bucket in the center and the text 'JOHN HOLMES' across it.
White work van with blue lettering for Maurice Lynch Carpentry & Kitchens, listing services like renovations, kitchen improvements, and cabinetry, with contact details and a logo, all inside a blue circular border with the name Maurice Lynch Carpentry in cursive at the top.
Logo with a red diamond shape containing a stylized white letter E, next to the text General Hardware Supplies Homevalue in black, with Homevalue in bold.
Logo of BWG Foods with a green triangular emblem and the words 'BWG FOODS' above a red and navy blue banner reading 'VALUE CENTRE'.
Sysco logo with a green leaf integrated into the letter Y and the tagline 'At the heart of food and service' below the name.
HSS Hire logo with blue text, where 'HSS' is in bold inside a yellow rounded rectangle and 'Hire' follows in blue on a light gray circular background.
Logo with yellow text 'Patrick Murphy Marquee Hire' above a colorful bounce house illustration and 'Crazy Max Castles & Marquees' text below.

100% Volunteer Led

Tickets go on Sale 27th November 2026

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2026
FULL MOON RISING LINEUP

All Lineup Acts play Main Event

Saturday 12th September

We're delighted to bring Today FM Top 100 artists Paddy Casey and Mark McCabe — featuring Saints & Sinners and Maniac 2000. Curated for an unforgettable Full Moon Rising 2026!

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Paddy Casey

Saturday – Main Stage
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Black and white portrait of a man in a black t-shirt with arms crossed, next to a circular logo and the name Mark McCabe.

Mark McCabe

Saturday – Main Stage
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Three men standing side by side on a city street, two wearing sunglasses and casual clothes, the one in the middle wearing a bright pink blazer.

The Hollyz

Saturday – Main Event
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Two men singing into microphones and playing acoustic guitars in front of a stone wall.

Shambollixes

Saturday – Main Event
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Four adults standing side by side in front of a purple background with the text 'PUBLIC DEMAND' above them.

Public Demand

Saturday – Main Event
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Illustration of two stylized foxes sitting back-to-back with intricate Celtic knot patterns on their bodies against an orange background with the text 'madra rua' above.

Madra Rua

Saturday – Main Event
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Young person playing an electric guitar near a microphone in an indoor setting with equipment and jackets in the background.

Leon Murphy

Saturday – Main Event
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Man in a black suit sitting in water inside a tub with a red wooden wall behind him.

Death Milkshake

Saturday – Main Event
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DJ with headphones and glasses mixing music on a console under pink stage lights.

MARTIN LONG

Saturday – Main Event
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DJ wearing headphones and a light green polo shirt mixing music on a DJ controller at a vibrant red-lit club.

Sean Killeen

Saturday – Main Event
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Event poster for a trad session at The Silver Dollar Bar on Friday 11th September at 9PM with free entry, featuring a violin image and silhouettes of people raising hands against a cloudy night sky background.

PRE PARTY!

Friday – 9pm
Bring an Instrument!

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1 Night — 10 Artists

All Lineup Acts Play Saturday 12th
Main Event

Three Stages

The full 2026 lineup is complete — with artists performing across three stages, expect an eclectic mix of homegrown talent and popular acts that capture the spirit of Full Moon Rising.

Whether you’re into indie, folk, funk, or full-on festival anthems, there’ll be something for everyone to howl along to.

Make sure to follow us on social media or sign up for the FMR newsletter to be first to hear lineup announcements and all things Full Moon Rising. Get ready — it’s gonna be wild!

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A portrait photograph of award-winning Irish artist and icon Paddy Casey
Black and white portrait of a man in a black t-shirt with arms crossed, next to a circular logo and the name Mark McCabe.
Black equipment case, bag, and pouch all labeled with the text 'The Shambollixes' in white font.
Three men standing side by side on a city street, two wearing sunglasses and casual clothes, the one in the middle wearing a bright pink blazer.
Four adults standing side by side in front of a purple background with the text 'PUBLIC DEMAND' above them.
DJ wearing headphones and a light green polo shirt mixing music on a DJ controller at a vibrant red-lit club.
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2026 Theme

Myths & Legends

🧙♂️🧚♀️ MYTHS & LEGENDS
🦸♂️🧝♀️The secret is out… Full Moon Rising 2026 has a theme! 🌕✨
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This year, we’re bringing the world of MYTHS & LEGENDS to Kilmeedy! ⚔️🐉🧙‍♀️🧚‍♂️
From ancient heroes and legendary warriors to fairies, folklore, superheroes, witches, wizards and everything in between — your imagination is the limit!
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So start planning your costume, gather your crew and get ready to become part of the legend. 🏰✨
🏆 Prizes for the best costumes!

Poster for Full Moon Rising 2026 music festival with myth and legend characters and event date.

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All proceeds go to the Kilmeedy Community Development Group

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MAIN EVENT

Saturday 12th September 2026

Full Moon Rising is 100% Volunteer Led

Camping: Info & Guidelines ►
🚐 Campervan Information
Ingress: From 1pm Friday until 4:30pm Saturday
Egress: By 12pm Sunday morning
Please use Gate 1 – Camper Parking for campervan access.
Important! Camping Add-on is Strictly over 18's
A limited camping area is available in a designated grass field at the festival site.
Camping is available for festival attendees only, and with advance online booking. One Camper Add-on is required per vehicle. All adult campers are required to buy a festival ticket.
Caravans are welcome. Both the caravan and towing vehicle must be parked together, as on-site traffic is restricted for safety.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience, please read the full camping details, including festival access, security, and guidelines in the PDF below:

Camping & Motorhome Info PDF
Adult Camping Area Only

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Stages & Festival Highlights

What to Expect at Full Moon Rising Festival

Get ready for the 5th edition of Full Moon Rising — taking place Friday, 10th and Saturday, 11th September 2027 at Séanie’s farm in the heart of Kilmeedy village. This volunteer-led community celebration promises unforgettable nights under the stars, with an eclectic mix of live music, delicious food, and plenty more surprises.

Experience the magic as the moon rises over the scenic Kilmeedy countryside. Whether you're reconnecting with old friends or making new ones, FMR is a one-of-a-kind event that brings people together in the best way possible — through music, laughter, and shared moments.

Mark your calendar, gather your crew, and come ready to dance, connect, and celebrate. We can't wait to welcome you for a weekend of pure joy and lasting memories.

Band performing on stage with guitar, keyboard, drums, and violin under purple lighting at a crowded indoor event.

Main Stage

Shebeen gallery cover - Front view of the Shebeen Stage at Full Moon Rising festival

Shebeen Stage

A canopy of umbrellas at Full Moon Rising Festival

Festival Village

School of Rock 2026 poster with spotlights on a circular stage and audience silhouettes raising hands.

School of Rock

FMR Memories

Photo Gallery – Full Moon Rising Festival 2026 & Beyond

Colorful umbrellas suspended on wires against a partly cloudy sky with the sun shining.
Large group of about 40 people posing outdoors among trees, most wearing orange safety vests and some wearing orange or pink t-shirts, with a rustic wooden sculpture and signs behind them.
A crowd of people gathered at a nighttime outdoor event near a lit tent and a white picket fence, with trees and string lights in the background.
Crowd of people socializing outdoors at dusk under string lights and a decorated canopy.
Young man playing an acoustic guitar and singing into a microphone under purple stage lights.
Three male performers on stage posing for a photo with their arms around each other and making rock hand gestures, with a crowd of people and stage lights behind them, and the text 'THE HOLLYZ' lit above them.
Three musicians performing on a small stage decorated with autumn leaves and owls, one playing an accordion, one playing an acoustic guitar and singing into a microphone, and one sitting on a box drum wearing a Firetrap t-shirt.
A man and woman dressed in medieval fantasy costumes standing on a rustic wooden bench outdoors with trees around and a purple woven structure with signs behind them.
Crowd of people dancing and socializing under string lights inside a dimly lit venue with a curved ceiling.
Two FMR crew members on their rounds at FMR village zone
Three smiling children posing with a person dressed in a brown monkey costume at an outdoor event, with festive lights in the background.
Smiling family of two adults and a child under colorful umbrellas suspended in the air on a cloudy day.
Child wearing a red knit hat eating white cotton candy with face paint of a colorful flower on the cheek.
Two women posing joyfully with large colorful wooden letters spelling LOVE against a white textured wall.
A festival goer poses for a photo with a beautiful coloured tie-dye backdrop in reds and orange colours
Band performing on stage with guitar, violin, keyboard, and drums during a lively indoor concert with an engaged audience.
FMR party goers rest in the psychedelic bus chillout area
Full Moon Rising festival site covered by coloured umbrellas.
A happy festival goer makes some shapes at Full Moon Rising festival
Live Classical music being played by young artist musicians at Full Moon Rising Festival
Musician playing saxophone under purple and red lighting with a large circular wall decoration behind.

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