Arcadian Nights punk festival for Kildare on June Bank Holiday weekend

Photo: Meryl Streek / Molly Vulpyne

Arcadian Nights is a punk and grunge festival happening near Athy.

The two-day event features rock bands playing in Booleigh in Co. Kildare and takes place on Friday June 1st and Saturday June 2nd.

It is run by Arcadian Shadows who are playing the event.

Playing live are acts like Meryl Streek, Def Nettle, Molly Vulpyne, Brain Donation, Peer Pleasure, The Jobseekerz, Joe Maxi, The Coathanger Solution, The Black Pitts and more.

Tickets are €35 per day and night or €50 for the whole weekend, and camping is available for free. A student discount is available too..

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