Experience County Wicklow with Wicklow Outdoors Week
July 15, 2026
The Greystones Beach Festival is Back: Sun, Sand, and Wellness on the Coast
Date: Thursday, 13 August 2026
Time: 4:00pm – 8:00pm
Location: Greystones South Beach, Co. Wicklow
Who can attend? Everyone – all ages and abilities welcome!
Back for its third year, the Greystones Beach Festival is bigger, better, and more active than ever! Join us on the sands of Greystones South Beach for an evening packed with movement, fresh sea air, and community spirit.
At its heart, this festival is all about embracing the great outdoors, whether you want to try out a new sport or simply enjoy everything the coast has to offer. It is a fantastic evening out for the whole family, with plenty of free play and entertainment to keep the kids smiling. Every activity is completely beginner-friendly, free or low-cost, and requires absolutely no prior experience.
We are also delighted to team up with the Greystones Wellness Hub this summer to bring you a dedicated beachside wellness space. As a local community hub that blends health, fitness, nature and connection, they will host a range of free outdoor activities, including beach yoga, breathwork, sound bath and more, designed to help you unwind, feel revitalised and connect with Greystones’ vibrant wellness community. Visitors can also discover local wellness brands and enjoy complimentary mini experiences, giveaways and a few special surprises.
Festival Highlights
We are finalising our official timetable, but here is a sneak peek at what you can expect to experience on the beach.
Outdoor Sport Activities
Ready to try something new? We have a fantastic lineup of sport activities led by local instructors. You can take to the water for sailing, swimming, and rowing, or stay on the sand for beach volleyball, beach hockey, tennis, and calisthenics.
Beachside Wellness
To balance the active sports, we have teamed up with the wonderful Greystones Wellness Hub to bring you a dedicated space right on the beach to relax and recharge. Look forward to gentle beachside Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, and a relaxing sunset sound bath.
Kids’ Activities and Family Fun
Keep the little ones entertained with our dedicated kids’ area! This space will feature fun beach games, a calming sensory play area, free face painting, and great music playing to keep the festival atmosphere flying.
What’s On: Festival Schedule & Activities
We are busy finalising the full timetable for the day, but you can get a head start and see what we have planned so far below.
Many of our festival activities will be completely drop-in on the day, so you can just turn up, join in, and enjoy the fun. Booking will only be required for a select few specific sessions.
Keep checking back as we add the final line-up and highlight which activities will need a pre-booked slot very soon!
Calisthenics on the Beach (Drop-in)
- Time: 4:00pm to 7:00pm
- Location: Greystones South Beach
- Led by: Bar Monkey
- Who is it for? Everyone, with no experience needed.
Stop by our calisthenics area at any time between 4:00pm and 7:00pm. The Bar Monkey team will be on hand to guide you through the basics of bodyweight movement, helping you try out some simple techniques to build strength and coordination. No booking or set times, just drop in when you are ready.
Beach Tennis (Drop-in)
- Time: 4:00pm to 8:00pm
- Location: Greystones South Beach
- Who is it for? Everyone, all skill levels welcome.
Stop by our tennis area at any time between 4:00pm and 8:00pm. Perfect for all abilities, we’ll have all the equipment set up and ready for free play. It’s a fantastic opportunity to enjoy some fun in the sun and meet new people. No booking needed—just drop in whenever you’re ready!
Teen Beach Volleyball (Booking Required)
- Time: 4:00pm to 5:00pm
- Location: Greystones South Beach (At the volleyball nets)
- Led by: Volleyball Ireland
- Who is it for? Teenagers aged 13 to 18 years. All skill levels are welcome.
Join Volleyball Ireland for a fantastic beach volleyball session on the sand! One of Volleyball Ireland’s top development officers will be on hand to guide you through the basics of the game in a fun, welcoming environment. To enhance your experience, there are a limited number of free beach socks available—make sure to pre-register to secure your pair and ensure you are ready to dive into the action! Places are limited, so pre-booking is essential to secure your spot.
Intro to Sea Swimming Taster (Booking Required)
- Time: 5:00pm to 6:00pm
- Location: Greystones South Beach (near the Lifeguard Station)
- Led by: Swim Ireland
- Who is it for? Beginners aged 16 years and over. Ideal for sea dippers looking to progress to swimming, or nervous swimmers who find breathing with their face in the water challenging.
Join Swim Ireland for a taster session focused on safety, confidence-building, and learning at a relaxed, supportive pace. Your instructor will cover essential open water safety skills, including floating, treading water, breathing techniques to help you become comfortable putting your face in the water, and the basics of front crawl to get you started swimming in the sea. Places are limited, so pre-booking is essential to secure your slot.
Adult Beach Volleyball (Booking Required)
- Time: 6:00pm to 7:00pm
- Location: Greystones South Beach (At the volleyball nets)
- Led by: Volleyball Ireland
- Who is it for? Adults aged 16 years and over. All skill levels are welcome.
Join Volleyball Ireland for a fun beach volleyball session on the sand! One of Volleyball Ireland’s top development officers will guide you through the absolute basics of the sport in a welcoming environment. Please note that this session is strictly for participants aged 16 and over (a separate session for teenagers aged 13+ takes place earlier at 4:00pm). Places are limited, so pre-booking is essential to secure your spot.
Try Sailing Taster (Booking Required)
- Time: 6:30pm to 9:00pm
- Location: Greystones Harbour Marina
- Led by: Greystones Sailing Club
- Who is it for? Adults and teens aged 16 years and over.
Join Greystones Sailing Club for an exhilarating evening on the water! Step aboard for the full 2.5-hour duration and experience the high-energy excitement as Greystones Sailing Club holds their race evening to see whose boat is fastest along the Wicklow coast. You’ll get to join the crew, climb on board, and feel the thrill of a real yacht race firsthand. Places are limited, so pre-booking is essential to secure your spot for the evening.
📢 Get involved in Wicklow Outdoors Week
Are you running an outdoor activity or hosting a dedicated event during Wicklow Outdoors Week? Local clubs, gyms, and groups are invited to submit their details. Fill out our form and we’ll add your event to this schedule and promote it across our networks!