Everything You Need To Know In The Lead Up To Electric Picnic 2018

It’s become an Irish tradition to finish off the summer holiday break with one last hurrah at Electric Picnic.

This year will be my fourth and it’s one of the events I most look forward to during the year. This year’s line up is bigger and better than ever so it’s guaranteed to unforgettable.

Time to start rooting out your boho pants, bomber jackets and hair glitter because the countdown is ON.

Here’s everything you need to know:

What’s The Suss?

Electric Picnic has been around for quite some time, in fact this will be its fourteenth year in production. It’s a music festival that celebrates art, culture and creativity.

As well as music acts there are tonnes of other stalls, stages and activities to try out while you’re there.

Where Is It?

The festival takes place in Stradbally, Co. Laois.

During the festival, the entire site is transformed into colourful and creative wonderland. Everything from the main stage to twigs on the trees are decorated with hand-crafted artworks. Walking through the forest, you’ll see lanterns hanging above and decorations at every corner. You’ll find yourself continuously coming across new places and things to explore.

For those who really want to chill for the weekend, there’s even an al fresco spa – So don’t forget your swimwear.

How Do I Get There?

The easiest way to get there is by car or by bus.

There will be buses leaving from Dublin City down by Custom House Key and tickets will be available closer to the date.

There is free parking for all cars at the festival.

When’s It On?

The festival will take place from 31 August to 2nd September.

What’s The Camping Sitch?

There are four general campsites: Janis Joplin, Andy Warhol, Jimmy Hendrix and Oscar Wilde. There is also a specific campsite for campervans, eco camping, family camping and boutique camping and pink moon and pod pads.

You will camp based on the ticket you bought, most tickets are for the general campsites.

The sites will open at 4pm on the Thursday and close at 1pm on the Monday.

Who’s Playing?

This year hosts a range of Irish and international artists alike.

Here’s a list of the full line up so far:

Who To Look Out For?

So if you’re buzzed for EP, I’m pretty sure you’re already fully aware that Kendrick Lamar, N.E.R.D, Massive Attack, Dua Lipa, Ben Howard, George Ezra and The Kooks are playing.

I won’t bore you with info about these guys because I’m pretty sure you’re already familiar with their music and what they’re about.

Let’s just take a moment however, to take in the fact that we’ll be seeing all of those incredible artists in the same weekend, omg.

Here are some of the other acts that you won’t want to miss out on.

Tom Misch

A 21 year old British singer-songwriter and DJ, Tom Misch has recently become one f my most played Spotify artists. Mellow beats that are still good for a bop – The dream combo.

If you haven’t listened to this guy yet, you need to.

Tom Tripp

I first came across Tom Tripp on Mura Masa’s latest album and I adored his voice. I then went on my usual YouTube hunt to find he has quite a few of his own tunes.

He’s kind of like a lighter, mellow version of The Weeknd – Lush awl’ voice on him.