Promotors of Carrick Tribute Fest 2026 🎸 CARRICK TRIBUTE FEST 2026 — GET READY TO ROCK THE
Promotors of
Carrick Tribute Fest 2026
🎸 CARRICK TRIBUTE FEST 2026 — GET READY TO ROCK THE LOUGH!
**22nd & 23rd May 2026 | 2PM – 11PM Each Day**
**Carrickfergus | Doors Open 2PM | Standing Event**
Get ready, music lovers — **Carrick Tribute Fest 2026** is coming, and it is set to be the most electrifying weekend on the Northern Ireland events calendar this spring.
Showcasing the **finest tribute acts from across the UK and Ireland**, this spectacular two-day outdoor festival promises something for absolutely everyone — from rock legends to pop icons, country queens to soul goddesses. Whether you are a die-hard rock fan, an ABBA devotee, or someone who simply wants to dance the evening away under the open sky, Carrick Tribute Fest has your name written all over it.
🎤 THE LINE-UP
🌟 SATURDAY 22ND MAY 2026 — 2 PM TO 11 PM
It is a day of powerhouse performances on Saturday, kicking off at 2 PM with a line-up that spans country,
rock and the sheer force of stadium legends:
KIRSTY COARD — as _Dolly Parton_
The ultimate Dolly experience — rhinestones, big hair and even bigger vocals.
Kirsty Coard is widely regarded as one of the most authentic Dolly Parton
tributes in the UK and Ireland.
**TRISHA McCLUNEY** as Cher
Turn back time with Trisha McCluney’s breathtaking tribute to the Goddess of Pop herself. Expect the iconic costumes, the powerhouse voice and all the hits from five decades of Cher magic.
**FAUX FIGHTERS** as Foo Fighters
Strap yourself in. Faux Fighters deliver one of the most ferocious and faithful Foo Fighters tributes on the circuit,
raw energy, wall-of-sound guitar and every anthem you know and love.
**DIRTY DCS** — as AC/DC
Closing out Saturday night with maximum voltage
Dirty DCs bring the thunder, the lightning and the full AC/DC experience.
Highway to Hell has never sounded so good._
🌟 SUNDAY 23RD MAY 2026 — 2 PM TO 11 PM
Sunday takes the festival to a whole new level with an extraordinary line-up
spanning country, soul, disco, rock opera and pure stadium gold:
**KIRSTY COARD** as Dolly Parton
Back by popular demand — Kirsty Coard returns for Sunday to bring the Dolly magic all over again.
Jolene never sounded sweeter._
**A TRIBUTE TO AMY** as Amy Winehouse
A deeply moving and spectacularly talented tribute to the incomparable Amy Winehouse.
Expect Back to Black, Rehab, Valerie, and so much more —
performed with soul, sensitivity and stunning authenticity._
**THE DYNAMOS** as ABBA
Dancing Queen. Mamma Mia. Waterloo.
The Dynamos bring the full glittering ABBA experience to Carrickfergus,
and trust us, nobody will be able to stay still.
**MAET LIVE** as Meat Loaf
_I Would Do Anything For Love — and yes, they WILL do that. Maet Live deliver the full theatrical, operatic,
rock ‘n’ roll spectacle of a Meat Loaf show in all its magnificent glory._
**QWEEN** as Queen
_Closing Carrick Tribute Fest 2026 in the most spectacular fashion possible
Queen brings the full Freddie Mercury experience to the stage. Bohemian Rhapsody.
We Will Rock You. Don’t Stop Me Now. The perfect finale to an unforgettable weekend._
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Choose the option that suits you:
Ticket Type
Coverage
**1 Day Pass**
Saturday OR Sunday — your choice £30.00
**Weekend Pass**
Both days — Saturday AND Sunday £50.00
🎟️ Stage times will be confirmed closer to the event — keep an eye on our channels for updates!_
📋 ESSENTIAL FESTIVAL INFORMATION
### 🍔 Food & Drink
– A **full licensed bar** is available on site throughout both days
– A fantastic selection of **food stalls** will be serving throughout the event
-**No outside food or beverages** are permitted on site
Come hungry — you won’t be disappointed!_
🪑 What to Bring
– **Camping chairs are welcome**
Settle in and enjoy the show in comfort
-**Suitable outdoor clothing is strongly recommended**
This is an outdoor event, so dress for the Northern Irish spring weather!
♿ Accessibility
– **Disabled access is available throughout the event site
Picnic benches** are available throughout the park for those who need seating
⚠️ Please Note
This is a **standing event** at the main stage
**Strictly Over 18s only** — valid ID will be required
The event space is **fully outdoors**
-No outside food or drink permitted on site
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## 📍 LOCATION & GETTING THERE
Shaftesbury Park,
Joymount Carrickfergus.
(behind Ownies Bar)
