Ibiza’s sun-drenched beaches, legendary clubs and hedonistic energy will be recreated in the heart of Ireland this summer, as Forest Fest welcomes an all-star cast of pioneering DJs and producers to the Ibiza Rewind – Bora Bora Music Stage this July 25th – 27th.
A nostalgic homage to the golden era of Balearic beats and Mediterranean nightlife, the Ibiza Rewind – Bora Bora Music Stage channels the spirit of the iconic White Isle with its free-spirited atmosphere, euphoric anthems, and unfiltered feel-good energy.
Featuring some of the most influential names in global dance music—many of whom will perform in Ireland for the first time—this is set to be one of the most exciting and unforgettable highlights of the festival season.
The line-up includes:
Gee Moore – DJ, producer, and founder of Bora Bora Music Ibiza, the beach club that sparked the global daytime clubbing movement. Famed for marathon 10-hour sets and unique residencies at all six of Ibiza’s superclubs in a single season, he’s a true Balearic trailblazer with releases on React, Superfreq, and Perfecto.
Mr. C (The Shamen) – Pioneer of acid house and legendary frontman of The Shamen will be dropping his signature acid house dj set and also performs live PA’s featuring the incredible percussionist David H.
DJ Pippi – Ibiza legend and original Pacha resident – bringing a masterclass in soulful, Latin-tinged house straight from the White Isle.
Jam El Mar (Jam and Spoon Classics) – Trance and techno innovator performing a rare set of Jam & Spoon anthems – from Age of Love to Stella – a journey through 90s electronic brilliance.
X-Press 2 – House music royalty with global hits like Lazy; expect dance-floor euphoria from this chart-topping duo with their infectious funky house and pure Ibiza vibe.
Terry Farley – House music veteran and the UK acid house scene; from Boys Own to Faith, a selector’s selector.
Lange & The Morrighan – Celebrating 25 years of trance anthem ‘Follow Me’ with original vocalist Cecily Fay
Plus: Alan Prosser (12 Inch Thumpers), Nick Coles (Live Keys Hybrid Set), Danny Kay Ibiza, David H (Percussion), and Lauren (Saxophone).
This announcement adds a dazzling new dimension to Forest Fest’s already stacked weekend line-up, which features headliners such as Manic Street Preachers, Franz Ferdinand, Travis, Orbital, The Stranglers, and many more. (See ForestFest.ie for full line-up.)
Forest Fest founder, Phillip Meagher, says: “I’m delighted to have the Ibiza Rewind Bora Bora experience coming back to Forest Fest this year. I know that the amazing curation by Ibiza legend Gee Moore and our very own Danny Kay is a lineup this year that will have that tent absolutely buzzing for the weekend. The vibe there last year was unbelievable and people really immersed themselves in the chilled out daytime atmosphere which gradually ramped up to the incredible nighttime gigs with high-octane Ibiza dance classics.”
Dannykayibiza who curates the Ibiza Rewind Bora Bora Music Stage with legendary Ibiza icon Gee Moore, says: “Ibiza is more than just a magical island; it’s got a spiritual connection to those who love dancing and music. Forest Fest, with its Boho/Hippy vibe, surrounded by natural landscapes and historic features in the traditional Irish village of Emo, was the perfect fit for us. It’s a place where freedom and creativity is nurtured, where you can be different from all the other festivals. This vision is very much in tune with the island, and it’s what inspires us.”
This is the fourth edition of Forest Fest, an entirely independent festival set against the forest skyline in the spectacular parklands of Emo Court.
The brainchild of Laois native and practicing solicitor Phillip Meagher, Forest Fest is more than just a music festival—it’s a show of genuine community spirit. Deliberately prioritising atmosphere and experience over commerciality, the festival transforms the small village of Emo, Co. Laois—home to just 200 residents—into a compact and idyllic festival hub with a capacity of 12,000. Across four stages, world-renowned artists perform alongside local favourites, creating a lineup that is both global in scope and deeply supportive of the Irish music scene. The entire village embraces the festival, with businesses, volunteers, and residents playing a role in shaping its unique character. Forest Fest supports local businesses, with Abbeyleix-based company Pitched Perfect providing glamping solutions and Wicklow Wolf (Newtownmountkennedy, Wicklow) and Ballykilcavan Brewing Co. (Stradbally, Laois) quenching punters’ thirst with their independently brewed beverages.
Sustainability and protecting the beauty of the local environment that hosts Forest Fest is incredibly important to the festival. Native Events is expanding its Smart Waste Management initiative after a successful collaboration with EMO GAA last year, which transformed litter picking into a positive festival experience. This year, the focus extends to salvaging and repurposing valuable waste materials, setting sustainability goals, and enhancing audience engagement. Initiatives include striking crew uniforms made from upcycled festival camping gear and an onsite waste segregation hub to educate attendees on waste separation and sustainability.