Ablefest
ablefest lineup
Announcing Ablefest’s 2026 all-star lineup
The stars get bigger and bigger at Ablefest every year. Some big surprises are in store — along with huge Irish acts such as Mundy, DJ Mark McCabe, Jake Carter and Bingo Loco.
Also hitting the Main Stage for Ablefest 2026 are country stars Matt Leavy and Brian Mullen, metal man Darren Murtagh and that old hound dog, Irish Elvis! And Equal Vibes will be bringing music and dance joy too.
about the event
What’s waiting for you
There’s plenty to explore! And nothing’s off limits.
Go-time and slow time
Enjoy arts and crafts, horse therapy, holistic therapy, massages, plus quiet and sensory zones for some calm time out.
Tasty treats
Take your pick from a fab, accessible range of food and drink vendors, or take a seat in the main Fairyhouse restaurant.
Your time to shine
Jump on stage yourself at our Open Mic area — we can’t wait to cheer you on! Or dig the rhythm at a drumming workshop.
Access without stress
Wheelchair mats make every event completely accessible — indoors or out.
Dignity in care
You’ll find fully equipped bathrooms with hoists, changing beds and more.
Support from friends
Our event volunteers understand the nuances of additional needs.
our story
You’re more than welcome!
Everyone can enjoy a big day out — without the worry — at Ablefest music and arts festival.
Ablefest is Ireland’s first fully inclusive music and arts festival. Since 2018, we’ve welcomed over 15,000 people of all abilities to a wonderful time of pure belonging and fun.
Join us at Fairyhouse Racecourse on 25 July for Ablefest 2026. Irish music icons Mundy and DJ Mark McCabe will perform, with more big names due to be announced, and a huge lineup ready to go.
OUR people
You’re more than welcome at Ablefest
The joy of Ablefest is down to our audience. Here are some of the incredible people who bring the festival to life.
Children and adults with disabilities
Many come in buses from facilities around Ireland — all flying their county flags!
Neurodivergent people
They can always access our calm and sensory spaces.
Family carers
Carers can finally take it easy, as their loved ones have fun in a safe environment.
OUR COMMUNITY
“Twenty-two of us travelled by bus from County Clare. It was a pure joy to see so many people enjoying themselves no matter what level of ability they were at.”
”Excellent toilet facilities, super music and such a variety, food aplenty and lots of quirky touches around the place like the juggler, stilts man, animals and more.”
— Catherine Ryan
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
At Ablefest, everything is possible. So we work hard to make the answer to your accessibility questions an enthusiastic ‘yes’!
Yes! Ablefest sets the standard for inclusivity, and this means the event is fully wheelchair accessible indoors and out, with ramps and mats.
Yes! Ablefest has AccessoLoos on site featuring hoists, changing beds and other facilities.
Yes! Ablefest has dedicated Crinion sensory rooms and SPINI pods.
Yes! There is so much more to Ablefest. Along with an Arts and Crafts area with activity stations for everyone to enjoy, Ablefest attendees can also avail of holistic therapy and massages, try horse therapy or get stuck into a drumming workshop.
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