It's BAFTA-nominee Simon Amstel's first trip to EP, but it will be a welcome return to the Laois festival for veterans David O'Doherty and The Rubberbandits.

Brighton comic Seann Walsh is also on the bill, as are Aisling Bea, Gunther Gun and Abandoman.

Other homegrown heroes set to perform include Jason Byrne and Dave McSavage, as well as comedy trio Foil, Arms and Hog and Republic of Telly's Kevin McGahern.

The comedy tent will run on the Saturday and Sunday (August 30 and 31) from 1:15pm - 9pm.