Castle Palooza Music and Arts Festival is back and promises to be better than ever with 'recession rate' tickets that make it the best value boutique music festival of the Summer. Taking place on the August Bank Holiday weekend - Saturday 31st July and Sunday 1st August - the festival will again be held on the breathtaking grounds of Charleville Castle, Tullamore, Co. Offaly.

With five fantastic years now under its belt, this year’s event is set to top them all with a full range of music & activities to keep festival-goers entertained over the weekend. There's a stellar line-up of live bands and DJs; dance & art workshops; exhibitions; a full range of bars including a cocktail area; afternoon tea; a day spa with pampering massages; lots of great food choices and much more!

Early Bird tickets are now on sale - with a limited number now released at the unbelievable price of €59 for the weekend ticket including camping.

Also released are the ever-popular ‘Treat Yourself’ tickets for 2010 for those who love festivals - but not the mud. ‘Couples Treat Yourself’ are €299 for two people and include two weekend passes with camping, pitched tent ready on arrival - and inside there is a duvet, pillows, mats, chocolates and a cool bottle of champagne!