Kaleidoscope Festival 2027 – Music & Family Ireland

What to expect in 2027

Kaleidoscope Festival 2027 will bring its combination of live music, family entertainment, camping, creativity, food, nature and interactive activities to a new home at Glendalough House Estate in County Wicklow. The festival is designed around families, with major live music performances taking place alongside hundreds of shows, workshops, games and activities for children and adults. The official 2027 site describes the new edition as bigger, with more space and a new setting while retaining the festival’s family-focused character.

The festival’s 2027 programme is built around several broad areas of entertainment rather than music alone. Visitors can expect global music acts and Irish artists alongside science and nature activities, storytelling, arts and crafts, dance, theatre, circus, magic, family sports, wellness sessions, baby and toddler activities and food experiences.

The move to Glendalough House Estate represents a significant change from the previous Russborough House location. The new site is in Drummin, Annamoe, County Wicklow, and the official festival information describes it as approximately 30 minutes from Dublin. This new setting is intended to provide additional space for the festival’s expanding family programme.

Kaleidoscope remains a camping festival, allowing families to stay on site and experience the programme from morning through evening. The official 2027 camping information says weekend camping includes the festival experience, car parking for those arriving by car, showers, toilets, baby-changing facilities and 24-hour security. A quiet-time curfew is also planned across the campsite.

The 2027 ticket information already confirms a loyalty scheme for previous attendees and Blessington locals, while general-release tickets are scheduled to follow through Ticketmaster. The loyalty scheme is separate from the later general-release pricing.

Event dates

Kaleidoscope Festival 2027 will take place from 2 to 4 July 2027 at Glendalough House Estate, County Wicklow, Ireland. The official festival website currently lists the event dates and new venue.

The festival is structured as a three-day family camping experience, with music and activities running across the weekend. The exact daily opening times, stage schedules and individual performance times for 2027 have not yet been released.

Weekend camping is intended to allow families to remain on site throughout the festival rather than travelling back and forth each day. The 2027 camping information says the ticket covers the weekend stay, including Sunday night, subject to the final festival arrangements.

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Venue & festival site

Kaleidoscope Festival 2027 will be held at Glendalough House Estate, Drummin, Annamoe, County Wicklow, A98 V1D6, Ireland. This is the festival’s new home after its previous editions at Russborough House.

The move provides the festival with a new landscape in which to expand its music, family and creative programming. The official 2027 announcement emphasizes “more space” and describes the new location as part of the festival’s next stage of development.

The festival site is expected to combine performance areas with themed family zones, camping areas, food areas, activity spaces and quiet areas. The programme is designed so that families can move between music and non-music activities rather than spending the entire weekend at a single stage.

The previous Russborough edition used more than a dozen themed areas, including music, science, arts, sports and wellness, food and family activities. The 2027 site is expected to maintain this multi-area approach while adapting it to Glendalough House Estate.

Full lineup

The full Kaleidoscope Festival 2027 music lineup has not yet been announced. The official music page currently states that the full lineup is still to be announced.

The 2027 festival website promises global music superstars alongside leading Irish talent, but no complete artist list should be treated as confirmed until the organizer publishes it.

The previous edition provides an indication of the scale and variety of the music programme. Confirmed 2026 headline acts included:

• Natasha Bedingfield
• Pete Tong presents Ibiza Classics
• The Saw Doctors
• Mark McCabe
• Mundy
• Dustin the Turkey
• Al Gibbs
• Zaska

The 2026 programme also featured additional Irish performers, DJs and emerging artists, while the wider festival programme included specialist children’s and family entertainment. These performers are previous-edition references and are not confirmed for 2027.

The 2027 music programme is expected to continue combining international pop and dance acts with Irish artists, DJs and family-friendly performances.

Headliners & featured artists

The 2027 headliners have not yet been announced.

The previous edition demonstrated the festival’s approach to headline programming. Natasha Bedingfield provided a major pop headline performance, Pete Tong presented Ibiza Classics with The Heritage Orchestra conducted by Jules Buckley, and The Saw Doctors closed the festival with an Irish rock and singalong-focused performance.

The 2026 supporting programme also included Mark McCabe, Mundy, Dustin the Turkey, Al Gibbs and Zaska. This gave the music programme a mixture of pop, Irish dance nostalgia, electronic music, singer-songwriter material and live festival performances.

For 2027, the festival has indicated that a major international and Irish music programme is planned, but individual headliners should be regarded as pending until officially announced.

The family programme is equally important to the event. Kaleidoscope is not simply a music festival with children’s facilities added around the edges; its programming specifically includes family shows, science, circus, magic, storytelling, creative workshops, baby raves, sports and wellness.

Stages & performance areas

Main Stage:
The Main Stage is the central music destination and hosts the festival’s biggest artists. The 2026 edition introduced a substantially larger Main Stage with improved sightlines, while the 2027 move to Glendalough House Estate provides additional space for the festival’s development.

Zozimus Stage:
The Zozimus Stage is an important secondary performance area and has previously hosted music and family entertainment. The festival provides an elevated accessible viewing platform at this stage as well as at the Main Stage.

Family activity areas:
Kaleidoscope includes dedicated areas for science experiments, circus, magic, storytelling, arts and crafts, sports, wellness and toddler activities. These spaces operate as an important part of the festival programme rather than simply as children’s play areas.

Baby and toddler areas:
Younger children can take part in dedicated baby and toddler activities, including baby raves and age-appropriate play experiences.

Science and nature areas:
Interactive science shows and nature-focused activities provide educational entertainment for families who want alternatives to live music.

Food and creative areas:
Food vendors, workshops, arts activities and family entertainment create additional destinations throughout the site.

The exact 2027 stage map will be published closer to the festival.

Stage-by-stage schedule

The detailed 2027 schedule has not yet been released.

The Main Stage is expected to carry the largest concentration of headline music, while the Zozimus Stage and other activity spaces will provide alternative performances and entertainment throughout the weekend.

A typical Kaleidoscope day can involve considerably more than simply following a music timetable. Families can move between live concerts, circus shows, science demonstrations, storytelling, workshops, sports activities, arts and crafts, food experiences and children’s entertainment.

The festival’s 2026 programme promoted more than 100 family shows and activities, including hands-on science experiments, circus performances, dance-offs, magic, family sports and wellness, storytelling, creative writing, arts and crafts, baby raves, funfair rides and sensory activities.

The 2027 programme is expected to follow the same broad philosophy, although individual stage names, schedules and performers remain subject to announcement.

Set times

The exact 2027 set times have not yet been published.

Kaleidoscope operates on a family-oriented timetable, meaning the programme begins with daytime activities and continues into evening concerts. Camping also makes it possible for families to take breaks during the afternoon and return for headline performances later.

The festival has a campsite quiet-time curfew at 11 p.m. The purpose is to create a more family-friendly camping environment and allow children to sleep without the noise levels normally associated with late-night festival campsites.

The final set times should be checked in the official festival app once the 2027 programme is released. The app is also used for the site map and timetable.

Ticket types

The 2027 loyalty scheme is already published, while general-release pricing will be announced through Ticketmaster.

Current 2027 loyalty-scheme prices convert approximately as follows:

• Adult Weekend: $101
• Child Weekend: $77
• 2 Adults & 2 Children: $328

These loyalty prices are available to previous attendees and Blessington locals under the festival’s stated eligibility rules. The organizer says the Early Bird General Release will subsequently go live through Ticketmaster.

The 2027 ticket structure is expected to include weekend camping and day-ticket options. The festival’s current family information also confirms that the weekend ticket includes the main live music programme and more than 100 family shows and activities.

For comparison, the previous general ticket structure included:

• Adult weekend camping: approximately $146
• Child weekend camping: approximately $96
• Adult Friday day ticket: approximately $79
• Adult Saturday day ticket: approximately $90
• Adult Sunday day ticket: approximately $90
• Child Friday day ticket: approximately $53
• Child Saturday day ticket: approximately $58
• Child Sunday day ticket: approximately $58

These figures are converted from the previous edition’s published prices at approximately $1.15 per €1 and are provided as previous-edition references, not confirmed 2027 general-release prices.

Children under two years old can attend free with the appropriate free infant ticket.

VIP & premium options

Kaleidoscope offers premium upgrades in addition to standard festival admission.

Kaleido-Club Lounge:
The Kaleido-Club is a premium lounge within the main festival arena. It provides dedicated bar service, comfortable covered seating, chill-out space, family garden games, upgraded toilets and additional baby-changing facilities. Two children can enter the lounge free with each adult Kaleido-Club upgrade, subject to the applicable terms.

The lounge is designed to give parents and families a quieter place to take a break without leaving the main festival environment. It is also described by the festival as accessible and inclusive.

Glamping:
The festival offers pre-pitched and boutique glamping options for visitors who want to avoid bringing and setting up a conventional tent. The official 2027 site promotes pre-pitched and glamping options as part of its more convenient family camping experience.

Campervan and caravan:
Dedicated campervan and caravan passes are available as supplementary camping products. A weekend festival camping ticket is also required for each person staying on site. There are no electrical or water hookups, and gas canisters are not permitted in the campervan/caravan area.

Exact 2027 premium upgrade prices should be checked when the new Ticketmaster inventory is released.

Event rules

Quiet hours: The campsite operates an 11 p.m. quiet-time curfew. This is intended to protect the family-friendly camping environment and help children and parents sleep overnight.

Barbecues: Disposable barbecues are permitted only in designated campsite cooking and BBQ areas. Hot coals and ash must be disposed of in the appropriate metal bins, and gas barbecues are not permitted.

Animals: Animals are not permitted on site except guide or hearing dogs.

Drones: Drones and similar equipment are prohibited unless written permission has been obtained from the promoter.

Smoking: Smoking and electronic cigarettes are prohibited in enclosed public spaces and buildings, including the arena big tops.

Safety effects: Some performances may include strobe lighting, lasers, smoke effects, pyrotechnics or other special effects. Parents should consider this when choosing areas for younger children.

Weather: The festival is outdoors, so visitors should bring appropriate clothing and footwear for changing Irish weather and potentially wet or muddy ground.

How to get there

Glendalough House Estate is in Drummin, Annamoe, County Wicklow, with the official festival site describing the new location as approximately 30 minutes from Dublin.

Visitors driving from Dublin should follow the official festival directions and temporary road signage once the event approaches. Because the 2027 site is new, the final traffic management plan and access routes should be checked before travelling.

Families arriving by car should have their ticket information ready and follow steward and Garda directions around the festival entrance. Festival traffic can be significantly heavier than normal around arrival and departure periods.

The festival is positioned as a relatively accessible family staycation from Dublin, allowing visitors to reach the site without the longer journeys required for many rural camping festivals.

Public transport & parking

Kaleidoscope has previously operated shuttle transport between Blessington Village and the festival site, and the organizer has indicated that bus information, times and pricing are published closer to the event.

Visitors should check the official 2027 transport information before travelling because the move from Russborough House to Glendalough House Estate means previous access arrangements may not apply.

Parking: Weekend camping tickets include car parking for visitors arriving by car under the festival’s current camping arrangements.

Day visitors: Day-ticket visitors have dedicated access arrangements and should follow the official day-parking signage once the 2027 traffic plan is released.

Shuttle services: A shuttle connection from Blessington has been used for previous editions. Final 2027 departure points, schedules and fares should be checked with the organizer.

Campervans and caravans: These vehicles use a dedicated area and require an additional campervan or caravan pass alongside the individual weekend camping tickets.

Accommodation areas

The easiest accommodation option for the full Kaleidoscope experience is camping on site.

Family camping: Weekend camping places families close to the festival activities and includes access to showers, toilets, baby-changing facilities and 24-hour security. The campsite also operates the quiet-time curfew.

Pre-pitched tents: Visitors can choose pre-pitched camping options, reducing the amount of equipment that needs to be transported and assembled.

Glamping: Boutique glamping provides a more comfortable alternative for families who want festival accommodation without traditional tent setup.

Campervans and caravans: Dedicated vehicle camping is available, although it requires a separate vehicle pass and does not include electrical or water hookups.

Blessington: Visitors who prefer off-site accommodation can consider Blessington and surrounding County Wicklow areas.

Dublin: The festival’s proximity to Dublin makes it possible for some visitors to stay in the capital and travel to the site for individual days, although weekend camping offers the most immersive experience.

Food & drink

Food is a major part of the Kaleidoscope experience, with the festival describing itself as a festival of food as well as music, family entertainment and creativity. The 2027 information highlights food trucks and camp kitchens as important parts of the new festival setup.

The 2026 campsite improvements introduced dedicated camp kitchens with BBQ zones, wash-up facilities and amenities intended to make family cooking easier.

Families can therefore choose between buying meals from festival food vendors and preparing food within designated campsite cooking areas.

Camp kitchens: Designed for families who want to prepare some of their own meals.

Food trucks: A wide range of festival food is expected across the main site.

Kaleido-Club: The premium lounge includes dedicated bar service, while food vendors are located nearby in the main festival area.

Visitors using disposable BBQs must follow the campsite cooking rules and dispose of hot coals safely in the designated metal bins.

Accessibility

Kaleidoscope provides dedicated accessibility facilities and accessible camping options.

The festival has wheelchair-accessible toilets and a designated accessible car park. Because the event takes place outdoors, visitors should be aware that significant areas of the site can consist of grass rather than hard-surfaced paths.

Accessible camping: The accessible campsite provides additional space for visitors with different mobility and support requirements, together with wheelchair-accessible toilets and accessible showers nearby. Security operates around the campsite.

Viewing platforms: Elevated wheelchair-accessible viewing platforms are available at the Main Stage and Zozimus Stage. The platforms also have charging points.

Carers: Accessibility and carer-pass arrangements are managed through the festival’s accessibility application process. Visitors requiring support should contact the festival team for the latest 2027 requirements.

Sensory activities: The family programme includes sensory-focused activities, while the festival also works with organizations supporting neurodiversity and additional needs.

Best days to attend

Friday: The opening day is suitable for families who want to settle into the campsite and begin exploring the music and activity programme from the start of the weekend. The opening-day music programme traditionally combines family entertainment with major live performances.

Saturday: Saturday is likely to be particularly busy, with a full day of family activities followed by major evening music performances. Visitors who want the widest combination of workshops, food, family entertainment and music should allow plenty of time on site.

Sunday: Sunday offers another full programme of music and family entertainment before the festival concludes. It can be especially suitable for families who prefer a relaxed final day focused on activities and the closing music programme.

Full weekend: Weekend camping provides the broadest experience because Kaleidoscope’s programme begins in the morning and continues through the evening, while the campsite remains close to the activity areas.

Previous year’s highlights

The previous edition at Russborough House demonstrated the scale of Kaleidoscope’s music programme and its focus on multigenerational entertainment.

Natasha Bedingfield was announced as a major headline performer, bringing a pop-focused set to the Main Stage. Pete Tong presented Ibiza Classics with The Heritage Orchestra under conductor Jules Buckley, creating an orchestral dance-music performance for the Saturday headline slot. The Saw Doctors were scheduled to close the festival with a major Irish rock performance.

The supporting Irish programme included Mark McCabe, Mundy, Dustin the Turkey, Al Gibbs and Zaska. The combination of Irish nostalgia, dance music, pop, live bands and DJs reflected Kaleidoscope’s broad musical approach.

Away from the Main Stage, the festival offered hands-on science experiments, circus, magic, dance-offs, family sports and wellness, storytelling, creative writing, arts and crafts, baby raves, funfair rides and sensory activities.

The 2026 edition also introduced several practical upgrades, including a larger Main Stage, additional toilets, two tailored campsites, new camp kitchens, an 11 p.m. quiet-time curfew and improved VIP facilities.

These developments provide useful context for the 2027 edition, particularly because the festival is now moving to the larger Glendalough House Estate.

Official tickets

Kaleidoscope Festival 2027 tickets are being introduced in stages.

The official 2027 loyalty scheme currently offers:

• Adult Weekend: $101
• Child Weekend: $77
• 2 Adults & 2 Children: $328

The loyalty scheme is available to previous attendees and Blessington locals according to the festival’s stated eligibility rules. The organizer says Early Bird General Release tickets will subsequently be available through Ticketmaster.

The 2027 festival includes weekend camping, day-ticket options, campervan and caravan passes, and premium accommodation and lounge upgrades. The final general-release ticket categories and prices should be checked through the official ticketing channel.

The official festival information confirms that weekend camping includes car parking for visitors arriving by car. Campervan and caravan passes are supplementary and require weekend camping tickets for the people staying in the vehicle area.

For ticket questions, the festival directs customers toward Ticketmaster, while general festival enquiries can be sent to info@kaleidoscopefestival.ie.