AMF Promotions have confirmed that the Athlone Music Festival will go ahead on the weekend of July 31 and August 1. It will be held at the Athlone Football Stadium.

So far, the line-up includes Sharon Shannon and The Big Band, Shane MacGowan, Mundy, The Undertones, Hazel O Connor and The Subterraneans featuring Clare Hirst, Mad Dog McRea, Two Spot Gobi, The Aftermath, Saccade, Ever27, Hogan, Re-Seisiun, Creamy Goodness and Deep Speed, with more acts to be announced.

Tickets priced 50 euro for a 2 day pass are now available from www.ticketmaster.ie

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