‘Gutted' say revellers as popular Irish summer festival with major artists ‘taking a break'
FANS have been left "gutted" as the popular seaside festival has announced it will not be returning this summer.
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The festival has grown from a few hundred people to selling out to 5,000 right on the beach front
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Festival-goers came from all over to enjoy the waves and music
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Crowds enjoyed artists like Bastille, The Coronas and many more
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The festival that started in 2008 is "taking a break" this year.
In a post on Facebook, organisers said: "Sorry for having been so quiet on here.
"But we have some news. Sea Sessions is taking a break in 2025.
The crew are working away on exciting plans and hope to be back to you with more information soon.
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"Thanks for your support, the good wishes and all the messages."
Many lovers of Sea Sessions flooded the comments with their disappointment at the recent news.
One fan said: "Gutted, but hopefully bigger and better in 2026."
Another echoed: "Lots of festivals taking a break & waiting for a turn around in trends.
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"The bottom line is people don't have the same amount of disposable income with the high living costs in this country….. and it's only getting worse by the year.
"I've seen the changes in trends in the bar & venue the last 4/5 years… scary…."
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Organiser Ray O'Donoghue has formally stepped down from his role with the Donegal-based Sea Sessions Surf and Music Festival.
He has told the public that he is taking time to dedicate himself full-time to supporting and developing Dublin's night-time culture.
He said: "Sea Sessions has been a huge part of that journey, and I've loved seeing it grow into one of the country's best-loved festivals.
"But now, I feel the time is right to focus fully on my role with Dublin City Council.
"I'm excited to play a part in reimagining how the city comes alive after dark - with safer, more inclusive, accessible, and vibrant options for everyone."
Over the years, the popular surf and music event has hosted many famous artists.
With last year's line-up including Cian Ducrot, Johnny Marr, Jazzy, Jake Bugg, Amble, Kingfishr, Jerry Fish and Lea Hart.
In 2012, The Coronas, one of Ireland's biggest bands of recent years, saw a packed out Main Stage tent.
Even the president was in attendance as he enjoyed the music among the huge crowds.
Artists like Bastille, Tinie Tempah and even Dizzee Rascal have all taken to the Donegal stage over the last few years.
Fans shouldn't be too worried as the
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The festival is a blend of good music and surfing
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Sea sessions is a famous music and surf festival in Bundoran, Donegal
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