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MAD 2010 is a very special event geared to provide a great day with great music and a real chance to chill out in an exceptional environment.15s to 35s will love it ... everyone else will learn to ! [Read More]
FAQs

HELP US

We need all the help we can get to bring the story of MAD to as many people as possible across the island. In addition, we need financial support to make it viable. So if you could help us in one way or another, please click the options below. [Read More]

HELP US PROMOTE MAD 2010?

We want as many people as possible on this island to hear about MAD 2010 - whatever their age, their “tribe”, their origin or where they live. We just want them all to hear the good news of MAD 2010.

But without significant promotional funds, we must rely on your direct help to spread the news of MAD 2010 to every corner of the island. Here are just some of the things you could do to help “Make A Difference”

  • Tell all your family and friends at work, at school, in your church or sports club – wherever – all about MAD 2010 and encourage them to have a look at our web site at www.mad2010.com
  • Use your address book to e-mail all your friends, telling them to look at our web site at  www.mad2010.com   Encourage them to register their interest on the site and to send a similar e-mail to all their contacts. That way, thousands of people will get to hear all about  MAD 2010 fast.
  • Watch our 3 minute promotional video. It’s on the web site – to see it, just click PLAY on the left. If you like it and know of anyone who could use a DVD version to play to a group, then we will send you whatever number of copies of the DVD you can usefully use to promote MAD 2010. Just email us at info@mad2010.com and let us know your needs.
  • Do you know of any gathering of people who might be interested to hear not only the details of MAD 2010 but also how it all came to be?  It’s a great story and we would be delighted to travel anywhere, anytime to talk to any such a group – please just provide us with the information by clicking the icon below.
  • Encourage everyone you know to take advantage of our great ticket discounts by purchasing early – normally €25, tickets are only €20 if bought before 18 June on our website www.mad2010.com. Buy 6 tickets – get 1 free. Children under 12 are free with a paying adult.

If you can help us in any way as suggested above – or in any other way – please contact us by clicking here. We will respond as fast as possible.

Thank you for your help and support for Making A Difference.

YOUTH LEADERS AND PASTORS
– CAN WE MEET YOU?

The story of MAD is extraordinary and we would love to address your Youth Group or Church … or whatever ….. and tell them the story. You can see a little bit of it if you look at VISION– but there is much, much more and we would love to meet you, play the promotional video on a big screen off a DVD and tell your group or your congregation the whole story.

If you are interested in this idea, just send us an e-mail and we will respond immediately.

PLEASE HELP US FUND MAD 2010?

MAD 2010 will cost up to €80,000 – well in excess of the income from ticket sales (net of VAT). We rely entirely on the financial support of Christian and other well-wishers to bridge the gap.

If you would like to help fund MAD 2010, you can make a donation on-line or by sending a cheque directly to us. 

  • To donate on-line, please click here.
  • To send a cheque, please make it payable to Christian Festivals Limited and post it to Scarlett Tice, c/o  Ballinacoola, Glenealy, Co. Wicklow, Ireland.

If you would like to support MAD but want your gift to qualify for the tax benefit that accrues to significant charitable gifts, please e-mail us providing  your name and phone number. We will promptly call you to explain how this can be easily arranged.

Every donation, however big or small, is deeply appreciated and will be acknowledged in writing.

Thank you

HOW CAN I CONTACT MAD?

For more information please contact us at info@mad2010.com.

WHEN IS MAD?

Gates open at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday 20th June 2010.

Music starts at 2:00 p.m. (approximately) – but come early and enjoy a picnic or lunch on this spectacular site in the heart of “The Garden of Ireland”.  Gates close at 10:00pm – no camping or private tents allowed.

IS MAD SUITABLE FOR ALL AGE GROUPS?

MAD will appeal principally to the 15-35 year old age group but has something for every age group. [Read More]

There is a special covered safe Children’s Play Area where parents can bring their young children and supervise them as a they have fun.

There is the MAD CAFÉ where young and old can hang out – try our great Cappuccinos, Lattes and Hot Chocolates!  

There’s plenty of safe space in this wonderful valley for groups to get away from the crowd and sit peacefully together for a picnic or chat …. Or just to have some peace and quiet.

MAD is an event for people from every “tribe”, of every age and from every culture and every part of this great island.

WHAT ABOUT FAMILIES?

MAD is the perfect family day out. It’s located privately in one of Wicklow’s most beautiful valleys with acres of mown grass where everyone can have fun and games.

DO CHILDREN GO FREE?

Yes! Children aged 12 and under are free of charge when accompanied by a paying adult

ARE THERE ANY FACILITIES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN?

Yes! While we do not have a crèche young children are catered for in a special safe covered area where we will help you to entertain them. [Read More]

With activities like -

  • Face painting and Nail art
  • Crafts – Card and jewellery making
  • Family photographs – get a great picture as a souvenir to remember MAD 2010
  • Quiet Area – story telling for young children
  • Sports – Tag Rugby and Volley Ball with separated areas for under 8’s and over 8’s
  • Football – Penalty shoot out!

WILL WE BE ABLE TO BUY REFRESHMENTS AT MAD?

We will have lots of places to purchase refreshments. [Read More]

In addition to the ever-popular burger and chips stall, sizzle grill, ice-cream and sweets and soft drinks stalls, there’s the MAD Café Coffee Shop where you can  get great hot and cold drinks – and tasty food: for example

  • Coffees - Latte, Cappuccino, Espresso & Americana
  • Hot Chocolate and Teas
  • Fruit Smoothies – a full range of flavours
  • Try our special range of Crepes – made while you watch
  • Lots of baked goods – Cookies, Cinnamon Rolls and lots, lots more…

WHAT HAPPENS IF IT RAINS?

No problem! MAD is all under cover – the BIG TOP is a huge tent. The MAD Café has lots of tables and chairs where you can relax and hang out – and even the Children’s Play Area is covered!

 

DO I NEED TO BUY TICKETS NOW?

If you buy tickets online now (before 18 June 2010) you will save 20%. Tickets will be €25 at the gate on the day – but buy now and you can get them for only €20 (which includes booking fees, credit card charges and VAT). Buy 6 tickets and you get 1 free.

 

WHAT DOES PARKING COST?

PARKING IS FREE – and there’s lots of space in a safe car park on a hard surface.