The Castle Music Festival returns to Newcastle Village, Co. Wicklow!

After an incredible debut, the festival is back for its second year—bigger, bolder, and even more magical.

Set against the enchanting backdrop of Newcastle’s medieval village, this unforgettable weekend celebrates the best of live music, local culture, and timeless charm.

Come for the music, stay for the atmosphere—where history meets harmony and the rhythms of today echo through the past.

The festival runs from Friday 12th to Sunday 14th of September 2025. 

Friday 12th

Scullion - Church of Ireland : Newcastle Parish Centre
Doors open at 6pm
Support at 7pm
Scullion at 8pm

The Castle Inn
The Murphs at 7.00pm

Saturday 13th 

The Dublin Gospel Choir & Special Guest -  Church of Ireland : Newcastle Parish Centre 
Doors open at 6pm
The Dublin Gospel Choir at 7pm

The Castle Inn
Traditional Irish Music session with John Devereux, Joe McKenna, Joe Dunne at 7.00pm

Sunday 14th 

The New Brass Kings - Wicklow Wolf Brewery
Doors open at 1pm
The New Brass Kings at 2pm

The Castle Inn
Boathouse at 3.00 pm

Aine Tyrrell & MUNDY- Wicklow Wolf Brewery
Doors open at 4.30pm
Aine Tyrrell & MUNDY at 5pm


The proceeds from this charity event are for the development of an inclusive, sensory & special needs playground for the children of Newcastle Village, Co. Wicklow.