Festival Review: Electric Picnic, IrelandSummer’s here and what better way to start planning your summer than checking out Europe’s best festivals. I’ve been to many of Europe’s best festivals including Glastonbury, I Love Techno, Rockness, Oxegen, T in the Park, Sonar, Global Gathering and more. Each one was a blast but I have to say that Electric Picnic takes pole position. However, last year (2008), when The Killers, The Prodigy and The Kings of Leon were all touring Europe, I felt I was going to be let down as they would not be stopping in at Ireland’s infamous Picnic.
I arrived on the Friday of this 3 day event and was blown away by what I saw. A festival boutique of mixed performances such as dancers, musicians, dj’s, bands, magicians, clowns, theatricals, face-painters, contortionists- the works! You name it, they had it. The décor of the festival was second to none. Along the forest walk-ways there was tasteful post-modern artwork placed everywhere, such as a tree with CDs hanging from it illuminated by a spot-light, illusionism doorways, painted flowers- all giving it that extra magical feel.
The setup of the venues was fantastic as the acoustics in the Body & Soul arena were outstandingly captivating under the starry night. The stages were of typical festival fashion with the exception that there were street performers to be seen all around during the live performances. The selection of food stalls was excellent as Japanese, Mexican and Organic food were to top my own preferences. Needless to say I also indulged in some Jim Beams and beers later. :)
The all round experience was mind-blowing as the aim of the festival was not to rely on music alone but to rely on all-round entertainment. The attention to detail was sensational as the effort put into each area was obvious from the second I entered. A great time had at a truly spectacular festival. If you visit Ireland this summer, make sure to call in.
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