Sligo is the adventure and activity capital of the north west and there is always something to do and enjoy! You can use our new digital tool called the Ideas Engine to get a personalised itinerary in seconds. This will work out something that is perfect for your interests and you can even get your […]
Castle 2 Cave Camino 2026 returns for it 5th year and takes places on Saturday 18th April! This is a looped 34K Camino set in the heart of south east County Sligo.. Starting in Knockoconnor Keash this route has breath taking views along historical trail roads taking in the Caves of Keash, Templevanny, Corricknahorna, Aughanagh, […]
Set along the Garavogue River and Lough Gill, Uisce Álainn is a moving celebration of community, nature, and healing. Led by Medb’s Dragon Warriors, Sligo’s first All Cancer Paddler Dragon Boat Club, the event brings together cancer survivors, supporters, and visitors to experience the restorative power of water. Participants take to the water in dragon […]
The Sligo County Fleadh is an annual celebration of traditional Irish music and dance taking place in County Sligo. The next event is scheduled for May 30th and 31st, 2026, featuring competitions, performances, and a variety of events showcasing the best of Sligo's traditional music talent. The festival attracts up to 400 competitors and includes […]
The 11th Annual Sligo Camino takes place on Saturday, 4th July 2026, offering a spectacular 32.5km walking experience from Dromahair in County Leitrim to Coolaney in County Sligo. Following sections of the scenic Sligo Way, this challenging trek guides participants through a rich mix of forest trails, quiet tracks and country lanes, revealing some of […]
Summer School Sligo International Jazz Summer School is a 6 day event featuring workshops, masterclasses and jam sessions with some of the world’s finest jazz educators and musicians. Jazz Festival Previous festival acts have included Mike Stern/ Victor Wooten Band, Dhafer Youssef, Kenny Werner, Avishai Cohen, Yellowjackets, Christian Scott, The Bad Plus and many more. […]
The 67th Yeats International Summer School is a distinguished annual literary gathering held in Sligo, dedicated to celebrating the life, work, and legacy of W. B. Yeats, one of Ireland’s most influential poets and a Nobel Laureate in Literature. Now in its 67th year, the summer school brings together scholars, students, and literature enthusiasts from […]
Tread Softly Festival is a unique arts festival based in County Sligo, where landscape, mythology, and contemporary creativity come together. Set against the dramatic backdrop of the northwest of Ireland, the festival invites audiences to experience art not just in venues, but across the natural environment itself. Founded in 2012, Tread Softly emerged as an […]
Remembering the Armada Festival in County Sligo, held from 17th to 20th September, is a unique cultural and heritage event that brings history vividly to life along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way. Centred around the village of Grange and the dramatic shores of Streedagh Beach, the festival commemorates the tragic events of 1588, when several ships […]
Each September, Culture Night transforms Sligo into a vibrant evening showcase of creativity, where visitors can explore a rich mix of free performances, exhibitions, and cultural experiences across the town. From live traditional music and contemporary art to theatre, storytelling, and family-friendly workshops, the streets and venues of Sligo come alive with energy and discovery. […]
The Sligo Baroque Music Festival is now in its 31st year, standing as a quietly captivating cultural highlight each autumn in Sligo. World-class musicians gather to perform Baroque masterpieces in intimate, atmospheric venues, blending artistic excellence with a strong sense of community. Audiences are invited to experience works by composers such as Antonio Vivaldi and […]
Sligo Live is one of Ireland’s most distinctive and atmospheric music festivals, bringing an exciting blend of internationally acclaimed artists and outstanding Irish talent to the heart of Sligo each autumn. Hosted across a mix of intimate venues, theatres, and lively town spaces, the festival offers audiences a unique opportunity to experience world-class performances up […]
