Ashbourne Festival 2026 – that's a wrap!
Posted 31st July 2026 | Summer Festival
It was great to meet many of you at Ashbourne Festival 2026 events. A huge thank you to everyone who showed interest, attended, supported and helped make this our biggest festival yet.
This year’s festival featured a vibrant programme spread over several weeks, bringing together a diverse mix of comedy, music, theatre, art exhibitions and talks in a wide variety of venues and settings across Ashbourne. From intimate performances and thought-provoking discussions to large outdoor gatherings, there was something for everyone to enjoy.
Here’s a reminder of just some of the highlights from this year’s programme:
• Concert & Picnic in the Park
• Comedy Night
• Ned Boulting – Tour 24
• Music in the Garden
• Outdoor Theatre – The Three Musketeers
Many people joined us for a single event, while others enjoyed more throughout the festival. Whichever events you attended, we hope you found something memorable, inspiring and entertaining.
Of course, none of it would have been possible without the incredible support of our volunteers, performers, venues, sponsors, local businesses and audiences. Thank you for helping create another unforgettable Ashbourne Festival.
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Take a look through our photo gallery to revisit some of your favourite moments from Ashbourne Festival 2026.
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