WATCH: Brace yourselves for a nostalgic blast from the past at the 2023 Forever Young Festival

Dr Sharon Alston, the passionate vet-turned-music promoter, continues to create memorable experiences with her unique blend of charity work and 80s nostalgia. Her mission to help owners of seriously ill pets afford crucial medical procedures found an ally in her love for 80s music, birthing the creation of Ireland’s first-ever ‘Forever Young Festival’ in 2019. 

The festival doubles as a fun-filled weekend and a significant fundraising event for her charity, Animal Welfare & Veterinary Care Ireland.

Since its inception, Forever Young Festival has been a resounding success, drawing in fans of 80s music from all corners of Ireland for a trip down memory lane. Not only does the festival serve as a fantastic reunion of original 80s artists, but it also aids in making a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners across the country.

Now heading into its third year, 2023’s Forever Young Festival promises an exciting line-up and a vibrantly retro weekend filled with neon nostalgia. The festival is set to take place from July 14 to 16 at the enchanting Palmerstown House Estate, Co. Kildare.

This year's line-up includes a fantastic roster of over 35 international stars, destined to make their way to Kildare this July. Headlining the opening night will be the legendary Squeeze, while Erasure's Andy Bell is set to steal the spotlight on Saturday. Bananarama will bring the festival to a grand close on Sunday.

The complete line-up includes a medley of iconic artists: Squeeze | Erasure’s Andy Bell | Bananarama | Billy Ocean | Tony Hadley | ABC | Soul II Soul | Tom Bailey | Midge Ure | Go West | Jason Donovan | Hot House Flowers | Cry Before Dawn | Cutting Crew | China Crisis | John Parr | Tom Dunne, Fiachna O Braonain and Alan O Connor | Blancmange | From the Specials – Neville Staples | From The Jam | Jerry Fish | Belle Stars | Stray Cats -Slim Jim Phantom | Modern Romance | Heaven 17’s Glen Gregory |Owen Paul | Anne Nolan from the Nolans | Jaki Graham | Propaganda’s Claudia Brucken | Lotus Eaters Peter Coyle | The Farms Peter Hooton | Mari Wilson | The Doctor | plus Qween + many more on the amazing tribute stage

The festival has organized a network of shuttle buses, while also offering a combination of Coach and Festival, Hotel and Bus, and Hotel & Ticket packages to cater to every need. For more details on the packages, interested individuals are encouraged to visit the official website.

Opel has been unveiled as the official car partner to the Forever Young Festival 2023. Festival organiser, Dr Sharon Alston, said: “I am delighted to welcome Opel to our Forever Young family and very much look forward to working with the team to promote our partnership. As a climate-aware festival, we only work with similarly minded brands and with Opel’s proven track record in electric vehicle technology and their move to full electric by 2028, it is the perfect motor brand partner for us."

FULL TICKET & TRAVEL INFORMATION

LINK TO TICKETS: foreveryoungfestival.ie/tickets/

LINK TO EXCLUSIVE BUS ROUTES: foreveryoungfestival.ie/bus-routes/

With its philanthropic heart and its love for music, the Forever Young Festival continues to capture the spirit of the 80s, inviting everyone to participate in a noble cause while reliving the unforgettable sound and style of a beloved era.

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