An intimate and creatively-led festival that celebrates film, music and local culture. Focusing on quality over quantity, the Strandhill Film and Folk Festival celebrates film, music and local culture through a curated weekend of screenings, performances, talks and workshops in the beautiful setting of Strandhill village, Sligo.
This boutique festival centres around St Anne’s Church which will be transformed into a stunning venue for the weekend. Within these old stone walls film screenings will be shown throughout the afternoon followed by an atmospheric folk performance from the altar later that evening. For those looking to keep the festivities going, there will be tunes continuing late into the evening in Brees Pub across the road.
Featuring both paid and free events, the weekend will also hold talks, workshops and panel discussions, exploring themes within film, music and diversity. In celebrating our local culture, the Sense of Place day brings talks, exhibitions and workshops that delve into local folklore, literature, nature and biodiversity.
More info…
- Admission fees: Free & Paid Events
- Open: August 29th – 31st
- Suitable for younger children: Please contact the organiser
- Indoor facilities: Yes
- Guide dogs: Please contact the organiser
- Accessibility: Please contact the organiser
- Parking: Please contact the organiser
Strandhill, County Sligo
Strandhill is a remarkable village that boasts world class surf condition, a world class links golf course, a beautiful beach, stunning landscape and gorgeous cafes, bars and restaurants. It is home to the National Surf Centre where you can enjoy a hot shower, clean changing facilities and book surf lessons. They have a fabulous room available for hire that is ideal for corporate groups with a stunning sea view.
It’s name in Irish is An Leathros which loosely translates as ‘The half promontory’ and it is just a short distance from Sligo town. You can hop on the S2 bus which connects it with Sligo town and on to Rosses Point village. Sligo Airport is based here along with remote working hubs and festivals and events regularly held throughout the year.
This is a fantastic coastal seaside location and always popular with families. Please note that swimming is forbidden on Strandhill beach due to the extremely dangerous rip tides.
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