Saltwater Festival Announces 2025 Music Line-Up: Gerd Janson, KiNK, Elkka, Mungo’s HiFi, Black Traffic, Holly Lester, Tom Ravenscroft, Datsko and More Set to Headline on Ireland’s Atlantic Coast Bundoran, Ireland – 5th & 6th of September Saltwater Festival has today announced its 2025 music line- up, delivering a bold and curated blend of electronic, live, and experimental sounds along Ireland’s northwest coastline.
Taking place in Bundoran, County Donegal, on the 5th and 6th of September, Saltwater aims to establish a world-class coastal cultural event alongside the World Surf League Junior Pro. The festival features a bold and innovative programme focused on quality, intention, and atmosphere.
Headlining this year’s line-up are Gerd Janson, one of Europe’s most respected selectors, and KiNK, internationally renowned for his dynamic live performances. They will be joined by boundary-pushing UK producer and DJ Elkka, genre-defying Irish DJ and producer Black Traffic, as well as Mungo’s HiFi, SHEE, and BBC 6 Music’s Tom Ravenscroft, who will bring his deep and eclectic taste to the Atlantic stage.
Gerd Janson
“As an artist and a producer, Saltwater is the kind of festival I’ve always wanted to see happen in Ireland, intimate, high-quality, and built with real care. It’s not just about booking names, it’s about creating an experience that feels connected to the place, the people, and the energy of the coast,” said Ryan Vail - Music Producer
With stages located across Bundoran, including the Surfers’ Village beside Waterworld and the Rockshore Garden outside Madden’s Bar & the Chasing Bull, Saltwater presents a unique, intimate festival experience. Headline performances take place from 6pm–10pm at the Surfers Village, followed by late-night afterparties at Paris Nightclub, where Black Traffic continues into the early hours in a raw, high-spec club setting.
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Elkka
“Saltwater isn’t about scale, it's about intention. We’ve built something rooted in place, driven by music, and shaped by the energy of the Atlantic. Every space, every artist, every detail is chosen with care.”, adds Daniel Browne, one of the Festival organisers.
Saltwater Festival promises a unique and intimate cultural experience combining music, surf, and community in one of Ireland’s most iconic coastal locations.More artists, art programmes, and community collaborations are yet to be announced.
Tickets are on sale now via
saltwater.ie.
This event is proudly supported by Donegal County Council