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Rockathon 2026 (tribute to rock ) Fairyhouse Racecourse, Ratoath, Co. Meath

29/05/2026 - 31/05/2026

  • Date -

Rockathon is a dedicated rock music festival.

  • When
  • June Bank Holiday Weekend: 29th – 31st of May 2026
  • The festival site will be open from 12.00pm on Saturday the 29th of May and cease at approximately 10.30pm.
  • Where

  • Fairyhouse Racecourse, Ratoath, Co. Meath

  • Getting to and from the Rockathon festival

 

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Rockathon is Ireland’s only dedicated rock music festival. This year we will have a number of rock tribute bands and unsigned original Irish rock bands.

Rockathon is a community-led rock music and cultural festival built around shared experiences, live performance and focused on keeping rock music alive. For over a decade it has brought families and friends together at Fairyhouse to enjoy great music, outdoor space and high energy performances that are even better than the real thing. Across three days and three nights, Rockathon features 40 bands, creating an inclusive atmosphere where generations come together to celebrate real music, connection and lasting memories.

Rockathon a festival

Transport to the Festival

Getting to and from the Rockathon festival

Dublin city centre (Busárus) to Fairyhouse -by  TFI Bus Public transport

  • 103 and 105
    • 103 (Towards Ratoath), Operated by Bus Éireann
      • from Stop 135031, Beresford Place, Dublin
      • 13 stops to Stop 133941, Ninemile Stone, Ashbourne
    • 105 (Towards Parkway Station), Operated by Bus Éireann
      • from Stop 101061, Ninemile Stone, Ashbourne
      • 8 stops to Stop 134701, Fairyhouse, Ratoath
  • 111 and 105
    • 111 Towards Athboy,  Operated by Bus Éireann
      • from Stop 135001, Dublin Busáras, Dublin Busaras
      • 8 stops to Stop 134111, MSD Dunboyne, Pace
    • 105 (Towards Drogheda/ Emerald Park), Operated by Bus Éireann
      • 4 stops to Stop 101411, Fairyhouse, Gormanstown (Meath)
  • 109 and 105
    • 109 Towards Kells,  Operated by Bus Éireann
      • from Stop 135001, Dublin Busáras, Dublin Busaras
      • 8 stops to Stop 134111, MSD Dunboyne, Pace
    • 105 (Towards Drogheda/ Emerald Park), Operated by Bus Éireann
      • 3 stops to Stop 101411, Fairyhouse, Gormanstown (Meath)
  • 105x  (Towards Fairyhouse Cross), Operated by Bus Éireann
    • from Stop 135031, Beresford Place, Dublin
    • 14 stops to stop 134701, Fairyhouse, Ratoath

 

 

From Dublin to Fairyhouse

Train (Connolly-M3 Parkway) and Bus (105)

  1. Train From Connolly station towards Maynooth
    • Operated by Iarnród Éireann / Irish Rail
  2. 5 stops to Train Stop 999089, Navan Road Parkway
  3. 2 min walk to Bus Stop 7166, Navan Rd Stn, Castleknock
  4. Bus 105  (Towards Drogheda), Operated by Bus Éireann
    • 11 stops to Stop 101411, Fairyhouse, Gormanstown (Meath)

Please check timetables here: https://www.irishrail.ie/

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Winter and Easter Race Festivals at Fairyhouse,
A complimentary shuttle bus operates from the M3 Parkway for the Winter and Easter Festivals.

There will be buses available from Dublin City Centre with Marathon Coaches.

These are private coaches, Book & pay for tickets in advance.

  • Departure Location: Buses leave promptly from Wellington Quay Bus Stop 135101 at 11:00AM
  • Rockathon Bus Stop: The bus stop is conveniently located within the grounds of Fairyhouse Racecourse. Both drop-off and pick-up will take place here.
  • Return Bus Ticket: Your ticket covers a return journey including both journeys to and from Dublin City and Rockathon at Fairyhouse Race Course.
  • Schedule: Your Return Bus will depart Rockathon at Fairyhouse at 23:00 and drop back to Wellington Quay or Bacherlors Walk.

Further details at: Buses to Rockathon at Fairyhouse Racecourse- Marathon group

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