HEAT WAVE 2026

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HEAT WAVE 2026 is back and bigger than ever at BANK LANE on the 24TH July and the RSC Stadium carpark on the 25th! 🎸 Following phenomenal success last year, Waterford City Council have agreed to increase HEAT WAVE into a two-day event, plus we delighted to announce our new main sponsor HEINEKEN. The festival has a killer mix of entertainment for all ages. FRIDAY 24TH Kicks off at BANK LANE with popular Waterford DJs 2XS then two new local emerging acts CARRIE FITZ and SCATHACH. Up next its LEGENDARY-BON JOVI, the country's leading Bon Jovi tribute band, delivering classicBon Jovi hits. Then for the big finale its QWEEN (Queen tribute band) closing the night – they've rocked 3Olympia and 3Arena Dublin so a real treat for all fans! Book Friday now! >> https://www.universe.com/events/heat-wave-2026-friday-tickets-L56VCS SATURDAY 25TH DJ Steven Cooper (internationally acclaimed) kicks of the party, followed by Waterford's very own DAVE LOFTS. Headline artist MONCRIEFF who has a huge following and will deliver a high-energy 90-minute set to close out the festival. This year's about supporting local emerging DJs/bands, world-class tribute bands, and showcasing locals DAVE LOFTS & MONCRIEFF. Fully licenced, with great food/drinks for all ages. Tickets available at Ticketmaster/Universe FRIDAY 24th JULY 2026 DOOR 6.00PM - DJ's 2XS / CARRIE FITZ/SCATHACH/ BON JOVI TRIBUTE / QUEEN TRIBUTE SATURDAY 25th JULY 2026 GATES 6.00PM - DJ STEVE COOPER / DAVE LOFTS / MONCRIEFF