North Dublin pub to host ‘Glasnevinbury’ festival this weekend
A North Dublin pub is set to host its own ‘Glasnevinbury’ this weekend in honour of the famous UK music festival.
Over the five days of Glastonbury, the Bernard Shaw is going to stream the festival for pub goers and have face paint, karaoke, Hawaiian shirts and sunglasses for sale, and a bag of cans deal.
“We’re going to have as many festival shenanigans as we can muster, all with the aim of creating a Glasto in Dublin vibe,” they said.
“This weekend we’re beaming Glastonbury across the venue in all its glory, and adding a healthy dose of festival games, clothes and drink deals into the mix - AKA - Glasnevinbury.
“Will it be as good as the real thing? Not even close. But will it be better than staying at home and moaning about the fact you missed out on tickets? We think so.
“Best of the lot, no-one took any planes or cars or tents to the event, thus meaning this is better for the environment, and you are making the world a better place by coming to us to watch the festival.
“Our heads are melted trying to get tickets for it every year, so we thought we’d try to host the next best thing.”
The pub will be streaming the various stages across the venue, which means you can watch different acts at different times.
The street food Eatyard vendors will be providing festival food, and the bar staff will be making special ‘Glaston-berry’ daiquiris.
Tickets to the event are free, but booking is advised. The Bernard Shaw will be hosting the event until Sunday.
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