Vantastival is packed with extra features
We are happy to welcome back some of our favourite features from previous years in 2025.
Cully & Sully Campervan Cook-off
The Cully & Sully Campervan Cook-off poses a colourful spectacle as a circle of campervans take part in a ‘ready, steady, cook’ style competition with each contestant producing a two course meal from a list of provided ingredients, using only the cooking facilities in their campervan. The Cook-off always draws a large crowd and there is fierce competition amongst the campers taking part.
The Cully & Sully Campervan Cook-off will take place in the main arena on the Sunday afternoon. We are fully booked for slots, if you’re still keen to be in the mix, email yvonne@vantastival.com to be added to the waiting list!
Juicebox Comedy
We are delighted with the return of JuiceBox Comedy to Vantastival this year! Bringing along an array of top quality Irish comics to the festival including David McSavage, Joe Dowlin, Aidan Shields and more. See the full line up here.
Renegade Rascals Fire Show
It wouldn’t be Vantastival without ending your night of smashing up the dance floor cuddled up with your mates watching the fire. We have gathered some of Ireland’s best emerging talent to twirl and throw flames for your entertainment, with Live music by Fancy Dan. This unmissable show is sure to end your weekend with a bang!
Trad Folkin’ Rocks
Who remembers the exceptional Trad Folkin’ Rocks tent from Vantastival 2022? What an introduction to one of Irish festivals’ most invigorating musical experiences!
Filled with trad and folk bands, céilí dancing, midnight mass and much more, and looking like it was dropped by a tornado from another, less ordered world, whether it’s the middle of the day or the wee hours of the morning, this is an assault on the senses you’re not likely to forget!
Line up to be announced!
The Crow’s Nest
Deep in the woods, up a steep forest path from the Woodland Stage lies the Crow’s Nest, a den of late night entertainment for the night owls among you…
Kicking off with Juicebox Comedy early in the evening, the Crow’s Nest comes alive at dusk, when DJs ease us in gradually to late night revelry. Featuring the best of DJs playing for those who want to dance long after the live music has come to a finish, this is the place to gather.
The Glasshouse Stage
The Glasshouse Stage is an intimate acoustic experience in the refurbished 18th century glasshouse within Beaulieu’s enchanting walled garden. The glasshouse is a classical garden pavilion comprising a much-altered Doric portico, dating to the Georgian period, that is attached to a later Edwardian south-facing glasshouse. Inside the glasshouse is a large full-height recess formed as a grotto that surrounds an artificial well with rustic stonework characteristic of classical grottoes. Experience the live magic of some amazing musicians at this year’s Glasshouse Stage!
Line up to be announced!
Kids’ Area
The Enchanted Garden Kids’ Camp is back this year with many activities for your little ones to choose from. We have circus skills with Bucky’s Circus & Cirque Du Spraoi, comedy with Chicken Den Comedy, yoga, open mic sessions, giant bubbles, face paint and so much more.
OUR Generation
We are delighted to welcome bands and performers from OUR Generation. OUR Generation gives inclusive access to music education to children and young people.
Performing at this year’s festival are Ally Brett and The Cassettes from Boomerang Youth Cafe, Stainless Steel and Veridian from Donegal Youth Service, and Overgrown and Headcase from Magnet Centre Newry.
The Bird Man
Say hello to The Bird Man, aka Jamie Durrant, who brings a unique mix of walk-around theatre and natural history education to Vantastival. With his collection of fascinating props and a lifetime of passion for birds, Jamie creates unforgettable encounters for the whole family.
A professional conservationist with over 20 years’ experience working with BirdWatch Ireland, the Cliffs of Moher, the Irish Natural History Museum and the NPWS, Jamie has a gift for sparking curiosity in everyone he meets, even those who didn’t think they were interested in birds! After a chat with The Bird Man, you’ll never look at the natural world in the same way again.
Whether answering tricky questions, sharing surprising insights, or inspiring the next generation of nature lovers, The Bird Man is sure to be one of the most memorable experiences of your Vantastival weekend.
And Much More.
Including the infamous Hall of Heroes, the annual Vantastival Dog Show, Art Installations and many other random unexpected happenings and delights!!