Music Festivals in Dublin Summer 2026

Summary

Some of the music festivals in Dublin this summer, Marlay Park, Malahide Castle, Trinity, Forbidden Fruit & the Dublin City Fleadh.

There are so many fantastic outdoor music events on this summer in Dublin, here are some of what is coming up:

Forbidden Fruit Festival,  May 30th –31st: An early summer festival held at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, featuring electronic, pop, and indie acts. Details can be found here.

Summer Sessions at Malahide Castle,  Taking place in July. This summer festival promises a full day of live music, exceptional food, and an electric atmosphere in the heart of North Dublin. Click here for more information.

Trinity Summer Series June/July: An outdoor concert series staged within Trinity College Dublin, featuring various headline acts in the city centre.
More details can be found here.

Marlay Park Rathfarnham,  June/July: Another outdoor concert venue featuring many artists over multiple dates, Olivia Dean, Lewis Capaldi, The Cure, Calvin Harris, Pitbull and Florence + The Machine.
Click here for more information: https://concertexpress.ie/upcoming-dublin-live-music-concerts/marlay-park-concerts

Dublin City Fleadh, 9th-10th May, an outdoor music festival celebrating Irish music.
More information can be found here.