Shaskeen is a legendary Irish traditional band whose journey spans over five decades of preserving and innovating Ireland’s rich musical heritage. Formed in 1970 in the historic setting of the Oxford Tavern, Kentish Town, London, the band has established itself as a cornerstone of Irish music, renowned for their captivating performances and deep cultural roots. […]
Love Is A Stranger festival at Juniper Barn is a unique event that combines music, arts, and community engagement. The festival will feature a diverse line-up of local and international artists and DJs, creating an atmosphere perfect for an early summer party. Attendees can enjoy the Wild Folk Dining experience in the Turf Barn, which […]
💃🔥 SALSA IN THE SQUARE IS BACK! 🔥💃 Get ready to dance under the summer sky with us at Queen Maeve Square with Agua Latin Dance Sligo 🌟 Whether you’re a complete beginner or already love Latin dance, these FREE community salsa classes are for YOU! 📍 Queen Maeve Square, Sligo 🗓️ May 21st | […]
A powerful one-man comedy about Kenneth McCallister, a Protestant from Belfast, whose life is upended after witnessing sectarian hatred at a football match. His journey of self-discovery is both funny and moving, exploring themes of identity, prejudice, and personal transformation with sharp with and emotional depth.
Comedy Night at Barrel House, Ballymote Sligo Featuring John Colleary + Guests: Terry Markey & Joe Fogerty 📍 BarrelHouse, Ballymote, Co. Sligo Thursday 28th May Doors 7:30pm Tickets: €15 (ticket only) | €30 ticket + Preshow Meal: Pizza (Margherita or Pepperoni) + Pint or Glass of Wine Get ready for a huge night of laughs at […]
A powerful one-man comedy about Kenneth McCallister, a Protestant from Belfast, whose life is upended after witnessing sectarian hatred at a football match. His journey of self-discovery is both funny and moving, exploring themes of identity, prejudice, and personal transformation with sharp with and emotional depth.
A powerful one-man comedy about Kenneth McCallister, a Protestant from Belfast, whose life is upended after witnessing sectarian hatred at a football match. His journey of self-discovery is both funny and moving, exploring themes of identity, prejudice, and personal transformation with sharp with and emotional depth.
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 […]
Califone is an acclaimed musical project centered around Tim Rutili and a regular and rotating list of contributors. Formed out of the Chicago band Red Red Meat, they've been exploring the tension between experimental noise, acoustic texture, technology, humanity, cinematic images and microscopic poetry since 1998 with over a dozen albums of sleeper hits and […]
A powerful one-man comedy about Kenneth McCallister, a Protestant from Belfast, whose life is upended after witnessing sectarian hatred at a football match. His journey of self-discovery is both funny and moving, exploring themes of identity, prejudice, and personal transformation with sharp with and emotional depth.
Shop unique finds from local makers & creatives and explore a thoughtfully curated selection of market stalls, including vintage clothing and hidden treasures. Enjoy a relaxed Sunday afternoon atmosphere with exhibitions and the café open throughout the day — the perfect spot to browse, connect, and unwind. • Inspiring Stalls from Local Makers & Creatives• […]
Jack Butler Yeats; The Living Ginger Fri. 6 Mar. – Sun. 27 Sep. 2026 Please note, that the exhibition The Living Ginger will be temporarily closed on Friday morning, 22nd May, until 2.30pm. Jack B. Yeats used the phrase “the living ginger” to describe the vital spark he believed a great painting must contain — an inner charge […]
What if you could watch a relationship from both ends at once? The Last Five Years charts the highs, lows, and crossed wires of a couple navigating love alongside individual dreams. Cathy tells her story from the break-up backwards, Jamie from the first spark forwards — and somewhere in the middle, their timelines meet. It’s funny, tender, […]
Thu. 4 Jun. 2026, 8pm Free Admission Join us soon at The Model for a night of poetry and conversation – everyone’s welcome, and admission is free! There’s an informal atmosphere and no need to sign up to read beforehand, you can just make your way there and enjoy yourself, read your own work or […]
Every Friday, 10.30am – 1pm *No session on Fri. 22 May* Join this social gathering of creative practitioners to further your drawing skills in the inspirational surroundings of The Model. With a life model in situ, you can hone your drawing skills or simply come along to enjoy drawing with others. Graphite & Easel offers a supportive […]
Head to Enniscrone every Monday evening for an unforgettable evening of flavour and foot-tapping fun! The Diamond Coast Hotel are bringing the best of the west to your Monday nights with their brand new Trad & Tapas experience. Relax in the cosy surrounds of the Inishaven Bar as you soak up the sounds of live […]
Sun. 7 Jun. 2026, 1 – 3pm €8pp, children go free Informal Music Afternoons are a series of monthly events, presented in partnership with Sligo Baroque Orchestra, where an eclectic mix of music is performed in a welcoming format in The Model’s Atrium space. The Informal Music Afternoon is an ideal way to spend a […]
This years Yeats Day Festival is taking place between 11th and 14th June! William Butler Yeats would have been 161 on June 13th and there are loads of great events to enjoy in this programme. Take in a guided tour, poetry reading, lecture, music, artist workshop and of course some birthday cake!
💃🔥 SALSA IN THE SQUARE IS BACK! 🔥💃 Get ready to dance under the summer sky with us at Queen Maeve Square with Agua Latin Dance Sligo 🌟 Whether you’re a complete beginner or already love Latin dance, these FREE community salsa classes are for YOU! 📍 Queen Maeve Square, Sligo 🗓️ May 21st | […]
Every Friday, 10.30am – 1pm *No session on Fri. 22 May* Join this social gathering of creative practitioners to further your drawing skills in the inspirational surroundings of The Model. With a life model in situ, you can hone your drawing skills or simply come along to enjoy drawing with others. Graphite & Easel offers a supportive […]
Saturdays, 11 am June – August 2026 €15 pp (children go free) | Limited spaces, pre-booking required Explore the artistic journey of Jack Butler Yeats at The Model with an expert guided tour that showcases highlights from the Niland Collection. This experience unveils Yeats's transformation from early illustrations to his impactful late oil paintings, revealing […]
Join a special screening of a poetic and music-driven documentary by Niall Breslin (Bressie) exploring his deep personal connection to the iconic Benbulben and the landscape of Sligo. Following the screening, Bressie will take part in a live Q&A, sharing insights into the film and the inspiration he draws from the mountain and the Northwest.
Every Friday, 10.30am – 1pm *No session on Fri. 22 May* Join this social gathering of creative practitioners to further your drawing skills in the inspirational surroundings of The Model. With a life model in situ, you can hone your drawing skills or simply come along to enjoy drawing with others. Graphite & Easel offers a supportive […]
Saturdays, 11 am June – August 2026 €15 pp (children go free) | Limited spaces, pre-booking required Explore the artistic journey of Jack Butler Yeats at The Model with an expert guided tour that showcases highlights from the Niland Collection. This experience unveils Yeats's transformation from early illustrations to his impactful late oil paintings, revealing […]
