• Sligo, County Sligo

The Hawkswell Theatre in Sligo town presents an incredible range of shows and performances thughout the year. Their mission is to produce and present inspiring, innovative and engaging performances and to embrace the vibrant culture in Sligo by providing a welcoming, creative space for performance, collaboration, artistic development and learning. Their schedule includes music, comedy, theatre, workshops and everything in between. You can catch a show from an internationally recognised artist and be blown away by local Sligo talent all year round.

The Hawkswell is a home for the performing arts in Sligo and a well of creativity in the North West of Ireland.

You can see the latest listings for what’s on at The Hawkswell here.

More info…

  • Admission fees: Paid Admission
  • Open: Year-round
  • Suitable for younger children: Yes
  • Indoor facilities: Yes
  • Dining/refreshments: Bar on site
  • Guide dogs: Permitted.
  • Toilets: On-site.
  • Groups: Groups are welcome with prior booking.
  • Accessibility: Accessibility info here
  • Parking: Ample parking nearby

About Sligo town

Sligo town is the hub of the county and you will experience everything great in life while visiting – great food and drink, the very best festivals and live music and a cultural rhythm that is totally unique. It’s name in Irish is Sligeach which means ‘Shelly Place’, giving a great indication to our coastal and food heritage.

You will stroll along the banks of the beautiful Garavogue River and enjoy the natural beauty of Doorly Park and Lough Gill. The towering Benbulben Mountain is always in your frame and historic Knocknarea mountain with Queen Maeve’s burial cairn on the summit regularly pops in to view.

You will meet the friendliest people in the world and leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.  You can easily get around Sligo town and the nearby coastal seaside villages of Strandhill and Rosses Point by public transport too;

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Where to Stay in Sligo

Discover the warm, welcoming spirit of Sligo through a diverse range of accommodations, from cozy self-catering cottages to charming family-friendly guesthouses, peaceful glamping sites to luxurious hotels and everything in between. Whether you're seeking a luxury escape, a comfortable spot for a business trip, or an opportunity to reconnect with nature, Sligo offers something special for every visitor.