The fields of Worthy Farm are calling once again as Glastonbury 2025 gets underway from 25 - 29 June, and there's no shortage of Irish talent making the pilgrimage to the world’s most iconic music festival.
From breakout stars to festival legends, here are the Irish acts flying the tricolour at this year’s Glasto.
CMAT - Pyramid Stage, Friday, 1:30pm
Kicking off the Irish invasion in style is CMAT, who lands a prestigious early slot on the Pyramid Stage. The alt-pop powerhouse from Dublin has had a whirlwind year - viral hits, festival buzz, and sell-out shows - and now she’s bringing her cowgirl chaos to the biggest stage of them all. Expect sequins, sass and singalongs.
The Script - Pyramid Stage, Saturday, 3pm
The Script return to Glastonbury with a feel-good Saturday afternoon set that’s bound to be a crowd-pleaser. Their back catalogue is festival gold (Breakeven, The Man Who Can’t Be Moved, Hall of Fame), and with frontman Danny O’Donoghue leading the charge, Irish fans are expected to turn out in force.
Kneecap - West Holts Stage, Saturday, 4pm
Love them or loathe them, there’s no ignoring Kneecap. The Belfast hip-hop trio are making their Glastonbury debut with a fiercely anticipated West Holts set. Known for their bilingual bars, political bite, and unapologetic stage presence, this is guaranteed to be one of the most talked-about performances of the weekend.
Inhaler - Other Stage, Friday, 2:15pm
Dublin rockers Inhaler, fronted by Elijah Hewson (yes, Bono’s son), are carving out their own path - and their Glastonbury return marks another big step. With a slick indie sound and two acclaimed albums behind them, they’ll light up the Other Stage on Friday afternoon.
Snow Patrol - Other Stage, Sunday, 6pm
Festival veterans Snow Patrol bring the weekend full circle with a golden hour slot on Sunday evening. The Northern Irish band’s biggest hits (Chasing Cars, Run, Open Your Eyes) are practically made for emotional sing-alongs under a pink Glasto sky.
Sprints - Other Stage, Friday (TBC)
If you like your live music raw and raucous, don’t miss Sprints. The Dublin punk-rockers are building serious buzz with their gritty sound and fearless lyrics. Early signs suggest a Friday slot on the Other Stage - perfect for an explosive start to the weekend.
Up and coming Cork act Cliffords play the Greenpeace stage at 12.30pm on Thursday.
Acoustic Stage Irish Highlights
Away from the main madness, Irish music lovers will find plenty of homegrown soul on the Acoustic Stage.
The Coronas return with their feel-good indie anthems while the Hothouse Flowers are set to bring decades of musical magic.
Singer-songwriters Orla Gartland, Oisín Leech and Lorraine Nash will offer stripped-back, heartfelt sets - ideal for lazy summer afternoons on the grass.
Cork band The Cliffords' midnight acoustic set will be broadcast by BBC Two.
Also on the bill are The Riptide Movement, The Henry Girls, and the Co Limerick-based American artist Rhiannon Giddens.
Representing the Irish dance music scene are Sally C and Spray, who also lined up for sets across the festival.
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