Community is at the heart of Tubbercurry Old Fair Day Festival this August
Immerse yourself in the vibrant celebration of Tubbercurry’s rich heritage and community spirit. This August, the festival committee has joined with local community groups to create thrilling family entertainment, live music to engaging dance and demonstrations, this five-day festival promises fun and excitement for the whole family.
The festival carries on the tradition of the fair day of years past. The fair day is a treasure trove of activities from our demonstrators in our heritage and craft village, showcasing traditions from bygone days of the fair, artisan stalls, vintage displays, animals and live music.
Highlights include Highland Cattle, Black Swans, Vintage Cars/ Machinery, Butter Making and delicious Boxty. We love seeing all the traditional skills such as thatching, weaving, butter making, trashing, pottery making, rush work making a return.
In addition, families will enjoy the funfair, a kid’s zone, and over a hundred trade stands dotted throughout the town.
More info…
- Admission fees: Free Admission
- Open: Saturday 9th to Wednesday 13th August
- Suitable for younger children: Yes
- Indoor facilities: Yes
- Guide dogs: Permitted
- Toilets: Please contact the organisers
- Accessibility: Please contact the organisers
- Parking: Limited Parking
Tubbercurry, County Sligo
Nestled at the foot of the Ox Mountains in County Sligo, Tubbercurry is a welcoming market town known for its scenic beauty, rich cultural traditions, and warm hospitality. A highlight for visitors is Tubbercurry Golf Club, a charming 9-hole course designed by Eddie Hackett, offering a fun yet challenging round amid rolling fairways and stunning mountain views. After golf, relax with a meal at the cozy Susie’s Bistro. Along with Old Fair Day the town hosts the vibrant South Sligo Summer School, while nearby Lough Talt invites nature lovers to hike, fish, or simply unwind in serene surroundings.
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