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Farmers Bash Weekender opens in Belfast
Eric Bell joins Ash on stage at Custom House Square as 30,000 fans kick off the two day event.
Thousands attend the opening night in Belfast as the Farmers Bash Weekender features a surprise collaboration between Eric Bell and Ash.
Farmers Bash Weekender kicks off in Belfast with Eric Bell joining Ash
An estimated 30,000 people attended the opening night of the Farmers Bash Weekender at Boucher Road Playing Fields in Belfast, kicking off a two day festival that blends countryside culture with live rock.
The highlight came when Eric Bell, Thin Lizzy's guitarist, joined the Dublin band Ash on stage at Custom House Square, delivering a cross generational moment that boosted the festival's momentum.
Key Takeaways
"Legends still light up the crowd"
Festival organizer after the show
"Music bridges generations tonight"
Audience member after performance
"A field becomes a memory bank"
Local journalist coverage of the night
The festival format leans on nostalgia while inviting newer acts, a mix that broadens appeal beyond traditional country fans.
That strategy relies on strong logistics and positive public reaction to sustain growth, but it also tests local infrastructure and security planning.
Highlights
- Legends spark lasting energy
- Music bridges generations tonight
- A memory night born on a field
- The crowd writes the next chapter tonight
Belfast leaves with memories and a sense that this weekend may mark the start of a larger festival run.
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