Night and Day Festival 2026

Welcome to Boat Tours and Boat Hire in Lough Key Forest Park

Rowing Boat Hire in Lough Key

We are delighted to offer rowing boat hire on a first come first serve basis.

Opening daily 11.00 AM – 6.00 PM 

Half Hour 30 (To the Castle and Back brisk)

Full Hour 40 (To the Castle and Back, leisurely take your timer)

We can take 5 passengers on each rowing boat, self-guided.

You must be attending the festival for tickets >> Night And Day 

Music on the Water at Lough Key

A Unique Night and Day Festival Experience

Step aboard the Lough Key Boats tour boat for a special evening of live music on the water featuring intimate performances from musicians appearing on the Una Bhan Stage at Night and Day Festival.

As the sun begins to set over Lough Key Forest Park, enjoy a one-hour cruise across the lake with live acoustic performances in a relaxed and unforgettable setting.

This is a limited-capacity experience designed exclusively for Night and Day Festival attendees.

Music in a boat on lough key

About the Experience

Lough Key Boats has been operating on the lake for over 40 years and this special Music on the Water series offers festival-goers the chance to experience the beauty of Lough Key from a completely different perspective.
Small-scale live performances, open water, evening atmosphere and the natural surroundings of the lake combine to create a memorable and intimate festival experience unlike anything else on site.

Important Information

  • This experience is available exclusively to Night and Day Festival attendees
  • All tickets must be pre-booked online in advance
  • Capacity is strictly limited
  • Boarding closes shortly before departure time
  • Please arrive early to allow time for access and boarding arrangements