Festival fans rejoice: Vantastival Festival returns for 2025
Music lovers and campervan fans are in for a treat this September as Vantastival festival makes its long-awaited return to the Irish festival calendar on September 19th to 21st, 2025. After a three-year break, Vantastival will be back at the stunning Beaulieu House & Gardens in Co. Louth, bringing an incredible weekend of live music, family-friendly fun, and the unique community atmosphere that has made it one of Ireland’s most beloved festivals.
This year’s event will feature an exciting mix of established names and rising stars, with performances from some of the best original Irish artists across a variety of genres. The first wave of acts has now been announced, with Rachel Mae Hannon, R.S.A.G., Sun Mahshene, and Midnight Wayne set to open the festival on Friday. Saturday’s lineup will see performances from HousePlants, Junior Brother, The Bonny Men, GrooveLine, Negro Impacto, Hotgirl, The Prairie Dawgs and The Twisted Sisters, with a Culture Vultures panel session hosted by Tony Clayton-Lea, while Sunday will feature sets from Corner Boy, Join Me in the Pines, Neosupervital, Reevah, The Jobseekerz, Tailor Birds, and Jinx Lennon.
As always, the festival will highlight Ireland’s rich and diverse music scene. Many more artists will be announced in the coming months, with an exciting mix of established names and emerging Irish talent set to take to the stage.
Since its inception in 2010, Vantastival has been more than just a music festival—it is a gathering of friends, families, and music lovers of all ages. With a loyal audience returning year after year, the event has built a reputation for its welcoming, intimate atmosphere. Both tent campers and campervanners are welcome, and the strong campervan community is a key part of the festival’s identity, with many festivalgoers forming lasting friendships.
Beyond the music, Vantastival 2025 will offer a wide range of activities, including the hugely popular dog show, fire performances, and walkabout entertainers. The much-loved campervan cook-off will return once again, with regulars bringing their competitive spirit to one of the festival’s most anticipated events.
Festival director and co-founder, Louise Tangney shared her excitement, saying, “We are beyond thrilled to announce the first wave of acts for our final Vantastival in Beaulieu. This lineup is a true reflection of the incredible talent Ireland has to offer, and we’re so excited to bring together both familiar faces and fresh talent for this special farewell. After 12 unforgettable festivals, we can’t wait to celebrate with all the Vantastivallers who’ve supported our independent festival dreams along the way, and we’re ready to make this one the most memorable yet.”
Vantastival takes place from September 19th to 21st at Beaulieu House & Gardens, a stunning 17th-century estate on the banks of the River Boyne, just 45 minutes from Dublin. The main festival site, the Boyne Meadow, provides a picturesque and historic setting, with stages nestled into the surrounding native woodland. Many musicians choose to stay for the weekend, adding to the friendly community atmosphere that defines the festival.
Tickets for Vantastival 2025 are available now from Eventbrite and www.vantastival.com/tickets