Vodafone Ireland has been announced as the sponsor of the Walled Garden and the official Connectivity Partner for this year’s Flavours of Fingal, one of Ireland’s largest summer family festivals, organised by Fingal County Council. Taking place on July 5th and 6th at Newbridge House and Farm in Donabate, the event is expected to welcome in excess of 65,000 visitors.
As the official connectivity partner, Vodafone will deliver enhanced mobile connectivity across the festival grounds—supporting families, foodies, and local businesses alike. The Vodafone Walled Garden will serve as a vibrant hub for live music, food, and digital connection, while vendors and event organisers benefit from robust network infrastructure designed to keep everyone seamlessly connected.
Vodafone Ireland is gearing up to connect people at events across the country this summer with their improved network. After kicking off this summer of connectivity at Bord Bia Bloom, Vodafone will be enhancing connectivity at events such as Kaleidoscope, All Together Now, the National Ploughing Championship, Moynalty Steam Threshing Festival, Electric Picnic, St. Anne’s Park, and the Phoenix Park.
Vodafone has also enhanced the mobile service on its network locations such as Emerald Park and in Wexford Town for the Fleadh Ceoil, ensuring that families stay connected this summer. Vodafone will optimise its network services at large venues, such as the Aviva Stadium, to provide a better customer experience to those attending events such as Lana Del Rey and Dua Lipa.
Following a record-breaking summer last year, Vodafone is set for another summer of connectivity as they prepare to match the continuing surge in mobile data consumption, with usage continuing to grow year-on-year. This growth can be explained by richer content, real-time sharing, and an increasing number of connected devices at live events.
At festivals like Electric Picnic and Fleadh Cheoil in 2024, Vodafone customers used weather and map apps over 90,000 times. Social media platforms such as WhatsApp, Instagram, and TikTok saw peak activity during headline performances, showcasing the growing demand for seamless, high-speed connectivity in the moments that matter.
Committed to delivering reliable service, managing substantial data volumes and maintaining consistent connectivity, Vodafone Ireland ensures a seamless experience for customers throughout the summer.
“At Vodafone Ireland, we have made significant investments in our network infrastructure to ensure customers experience fast, reliable connectivity wherever they are this summer,” said Sheila Kavanagh, Network Director at Vodafone Ireland. “Whether it’s a packed festival, a family day out, or a headline concert, our network is built to keep people connected when it matters most.”
As part of its commitment to sustainability, Vodafone Ireland is now using Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel in its generators at events. HVO is a renewable, biodegradable fuel that significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional diesel. This ensures that powering connectivity this summer will not only be reliable, but environmentally sustainable as well.
In addition to optimising connectivity across the festival, Vodafone Ireland will support older adults through its Hi Digital initiative at Flavours of Fingal. Created by the Vodafone Foundation in partnership with ALONE, Hi Digital helps older adults build confidence with technology through a free, easy-to-follow online course. The programme covers everything from using smartphones and apps to staying safe online and avoiding scams. Festival-goers can visit the Vodafone Foundation Hi Digital stand to learn more, receive one-on-one guidance, and connect with volunteers working to bridge the digital divide.
Mayor of Fingal County Council, Cllr. Tom O’ Leary, said: “We’re delighted to welcome Vodafone Ireland as our connectivity partner and sponsor for The Walled Garden at Flavours of Fingal. Their support will not only enhance the overall visitor experience through improved connectivity and their commitment to improving digital inclusion through initiatives like Hi Digital is especially meaningful as we work together to ensure no one is left behind in our increasingly connected world.
”The Vodafone Walled Garden will be a popular go-to spot over the weekend, a space where visitors come to relax, enjoy live music and delicious food and drink. Designed as a chill-out zone and a connectivity hub, it being the perfect place for friends and families to unwind, connect, and recharge both digitally and socially.”