Electric Picnic announces Little Picnic programme

Electric Picnic has announced the return of Little Picnic, a dedicated family-friendly and child-safe area at the festival.

DJ Will Softly and brother duo 9-year-old Hype Man Jackson and 16-year-old Calum Kieran will perform sets. To accompany that, the Ruth Shine School of Dance and Baby Boppers and Rhythm Rascals will hold structured dance classes.

Ballymore-Eustace Concert Band will also bring their community brass band back to Electric Picnic and Sons of Éire are set to perform their trad music.

Kowgirl Kourtney will host an aerial and hula-hoop show, among other circus acts like Burning Circus’s poi and juggling.

Storytime rooted in Irish heritage is also set to take place, along with science and nature labs, tree-planting workshops, craft-making, sensory play sessions and creative writing classes.

Electric Picnic has hosted the dedicated Little Picnic family area for well over a decade. The activities are tailored specifically for children aged 12 and under.

“Nestled within the walled garden of the Stradbally Estate, Little Picnic is a haven for families away from the hustle and bustle of the main arena, a place where children can explore, learn and discover!” reads a statement from the festival.

On Wednesday, the lineup for GlowDepot, Electric Picnic’s urban-themed forest stage, was announced, featuring Lil Skag, Sugaboo, Outstraight Records and more. The Fishtown lineup was also announced earlier this week, set to feature MayKay, Shobsy, Child of Prague and others.

With two weeks left until the festival begins, Hot Press released their special Electric Picnic issue this week.

Check out the new issue below.