By That Festival Site | 4 March, 2026
Forbidden Fruit Festival has expanded its 2026 lineup, adding a wave of new artists ahead of its return to the grounds of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham in Dublin on 30th - 31st May, 2026. The Irish bank holiday favourite continues to build momentum for its latest edition, with organisers confirming a fresh batch of acts spanning electronic, indie and alternative music.
The newly announced additions include German electronic producer Ben Böhmer performing live, alongside UK indie outfit Real Lies and Irish rising star Curtisy. They are joined by Aby Coulibaly, Travy & Elzzz, Sugabooo & Lil Skag, Delilah, Mischa and The Bear, Roe Byrne, Runthered and Trinity Orchestra, adding further depth to the weekend’s programming.
These new acts join an already stacked 2026 bill featuring KETTAMA, Nia Archives, Kaytranada and Joy Crookes, alongside ¥ØU$UK€ ¥UK1MAT$U, Interplanetary Criminal, Horsegiirl and Sally C. Additional additions including Folamour, Jensen McRae, 1tbsp, Riria, F3miii, Avenue 68, April and Jessica Doolan further broaden the lineup.

Day tickets for Forbidden Fruit 2026 go on sale at 9am on 6th March, 2026, following a presale available from 9am on 5th March, 2026. With its eclectic lineup and prime Dublin city location, the festival is once again shaping up to be one of Ireland’s biggest bank holiday weekend music events.
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