Páirc Festival, the UK’s premier celebration of Irish music and culture, is thrilled to announce its return to the New Irish Centre in Kings Heath on 24th – 25th August 2024. This highly anticipated event, now in its third year, promises a vibrant weekend featuring an incredible lineup of talent from both Birmingham and Ireland.

Páirc Festival 2024 will bring multiple performances celebrating the link between Birmingham and Ireland across a two-day celebration! Headlining this year’s festival are the world-renowned Riverdance and the legendary Bob Geldof, promising an August Bank Holiday weekend filled with unforgettable performances.

Riverdance, embarking on their 30th-anniversary tour, will bring their globally acclaimed theatrical show to the Páirc Festival stage. Known for its electrifying live music and mesmerising dance performances, Riverdance has captivated millions worldwide and will be a highlight of the Saturday lineup.

On Sunday, Bob Geldof, the iconic lead singer of The Boomtown Rats and co-founder of Live Aid, will take the stage. With a career spanning decades, Geldof is set to deliver a powerful performance, including hits like “I Don’t Like Mondays” and “Rat Trap.”

Saturday Lineup:

• The Whistlin’ Donkeys: Bringing their unique spin on Irish folk music from County Tyrone.
• Mike Denver: Country music showman performing hits from his career and classic covers.
• All Folk’d Up: Returning with their eclectic mix of classic Irish sounds with a modern twist.
• Ruaile Buaile: Exciting band from Offaly known for their unique ‘twisted-trad’ songs.
• Kiera Dignam: Daughter of the late Christy Dignam, showcasing her powerful singer-songwriter talents.
• The BibleCode Sundays: London-based band fusing Celtic rock with Irish tradition.

Sunday Lineup:

• Nathan Carter: Ireland’s number one country music singer, returning for the third time.
• Boyzlife: Duo Keith Duffy and Brian McFadden performing hits from Boyzone and Westlife.
• Sharon Shannon, Frances Black & Mary Coughlan: Trio of legendary performers combining their talents for an intimate musical journey.
• The Tumbling Paddies: Rising stars known for their energetic live performances.
• George Murphy and the Rising Sons: Delivering dynamic performances with rich storytelling.
• Sean Magee: Award-winning multi-instrumentalist showcasing his exceptional skills.

In addition to the stellar musical lineup, attendees can enjoy the festival’s street food village, traditional Irish dancing, market stalls featuring local makers and Irish produce, outdoor bars, beer tents, and the Páirc Awards ceremony honouring exceptional contributions to the Irish community in Birmingham.

Tickets for Páirc Festival are available now on the festival website www.paircfestival.com with day tickets starting from £47.50 for an adult day ticket. This year’s festival is close to a sell-out, with only a few hundred tickets left for Saturday, and limited Sunday, Weekend and VIP tickets on sale now.

For more information about Páirc Festival please visit paircfestival.com or follow on social media @paircfestival.