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Electric Picnic 2026: preparing for 80,000 visitors, festival opens with police checks

One of Ireland's biggest festivals opens today in Stradbally. Police have set up a dedicated traffic and safety system for the roughly 80,000-strong crowd.

FestivalTV editorial team
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Electric Picnic opens in Stradbally with around 80,000 visitors. Alongside the programme, a dedicated police traffic plan, checkpoints and an official drop-off/pick-up zone are in operation.

Festival safety here also covers the entire surrounding road network and mobility system, creating a standalone partnership opportunity for transport and insurance companies.

Summary

One of Ireland's biggest festivals opens today in Stradbally. Police have set up a dedicated traffic and safety system for the roughly 80,000-strong crowd.

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