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Forbidden Fruit 2025 returns to the stunning grounds of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham, Dublin to kick off the Irish festival season during the first long weekend of the summer.
From debut Irish performances to iconic returns, the 13th edition is set to take place this June Bank Holiday weekend - Saturday, May 31 and Sunday, June 1 for a sizzling start to summer.
This year’s Forbidden Fruit brings legends like Underworld alongside trailblazing acts like Glass Beams and Jamie xx. With a lineup this strong, tickets are sure to fly - you don’t want to miss out!
Jamie xx returns to headline his only Irish show of the year after debuting at Forbidden Fruit in 2011 before his triumphant return in 2015.
Electronic music icons Underworld make their long-awaited return to Dublin, armed with their latest album Strawberry Hotel and fresh collaborations, including a powerhouse partnership with Irish electronic producer KETTAMA.
Canadian Dan Snaith, aka Caribou, is set to deliver a show-stopping live performance at Forbidden Fruit, while Peggy Gou, who made her Irish debut at Forbidden Fruit, now takes to the main stage for the first time. Her connection to this festival runs deep, and her set promises to be a highlight of the weekend.
Mall Grab, the Aussie maestro, brings his signature high-energy sound for his only Irish festival appearance this year, while fellow Aussies Glass Beams, an enigmatic psych-jazz outfit, play their second-ever Irish show following a rapturous debut at All Together Now in 2024.
New York-based FCUKERS are making their Irish debut, ready to impress audiences with their legendary, unpredictable sets. Joining them on the line-up is German duo BUNT, bringing their effervescent mix of folk-house to Irish festival stages for the first time.
Also featured is nimino, a streaming titan and Irish chart favourite known for his lush electronic soundscapes that have cemented him as one of the genre’s most exciting new voices. Rounding out the bill is Effy, a standout of the UK’s underground scene, whose bass-heavy, cutting-edge club sets are a must-see!
Weekend tickets for Forbidden Fruit go on sale at 9am on Friday, January 31 via Ticketmaster.
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