Luke Combs to headline Slane Castle next summer
Luke Combs is set to make history at Slane Castle in County Meath, Ireland, by becoming the first country music star to headline the iconic venue. The North Carolina native will perform on 18 July 2026 as part of his My Kinda Saturday Night Tour of Europe and North America. The concert promises a landmark night at Slane, a site renowned for hosting legends from U2 to Madonna and Bruce Springsteen since 1981.
Who’s on the bill?
Joining Combs on the bill at Slane Castle are a mix of international and Irish acts that reflect the show’s broad appeal. Dublin rock-pop crossover band The Script will bring their radio-ready anthems, while fellow American country artist Ty Myers and country trio The Castellows add to a strong country presence. The lineup underscores Slane’s tradition of blending global stars with regional talent.
A milestone for Slane and country music
Promoters MCD describe the 2026 show as part of a broader push to evolve Slane while maintaining its storied past. Luke Combs’s appearance marks the first time a country artist headlines the venue, placing Slane on par with other world-class stages where music history has been made. The event carries additional poignancy as it will be staged on the Boyne-side following the passing of Lord Henry Mountcharles, whose family has stewarded Slane for generations.
Luke Combs: a quick career recap
Eight-time Grammy-nominated Combs has solidified his status as one of country music’s most reliable hitmakers. He has joined the elite club of artists with two songs surpassing one billion streams on Spotify and has a string of chart-toppers built from albums such as This One’s for You, What You See Is What You Get, Growin’ Up, and Gettin’ Old. His latest project, Fathers & Sons, arrived in 2023, continuing his ascent in both the U.S. and international markets.
Tour dynamics and tickets
The My Kinda Saturday Night Tour will visit eight countries, expanding Combs’s already significant live reach. For fans in Ireland and beyond, the Slane Castle show offers a rare opportunity to see a mega-star headline such a historic venue. Tickets are priced from €121.25 plus a service charge and go on general sale via Ticketmaster at 10am on Friday, 17 October. The capacity, prestige, and location will likely make this a sell-out event, with many fans planning travel from across Europe.
What to expect on the night
Fans can anticipate a high-energy evening driven by Combs’s signature blend of contemporary country, pop-leaning hooks, and crowd-pleasing anthems. While the setlist will showcase his biggest hits, the show’s headline status suggests a carefully curated mix of beloved songs and fresh material from his ongoing work. Slane’s intimate yet open amphitheatre layout should create a powerful live atmosphere, especially with the venue’s long history of iconic performances.
Looking ahead for Slane
As Slane continues to reinvent itself for a new generation of concertgoers, Combs’s 2026 appearance signals a broader openness to diverse genres without sacrificing the venue’s rock- and pop-forward legacy. The event is expected to attract country fans, festival-goers, and longtime Slane patrons alike, all curious to witness a historic moment in Ireland’s live-music calendar.
Final notes
With ticket sales imminent and a stacked supporting lineup, the Slane Castle show is shaping up to be one of the year’s defining music events. For Luke Combs, it’s a fitting milestone—headlining Slane in Ireland while continuing his global ascent and bringing country music to one of the world’s most storied stages.
