The 70 year old performed at the festival last year.
Forest Fest 2026 is almost here and Mary Coughlan is returning after a successful performance last year.
The Irish musician is busier now than ever and says she never thought she would be still performing at festivals at 70 years of age.
The Laois festival runs in Emo from 24th - 26th of July and will be headlined by Echo and the Bunnymen, Madness and James.
Ms Coughlan says she's looking forward to the festival season:
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