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SUMMARY:The Totally Made Up Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:We want you to join The Totally Made Up Orchestra\, July 26th\, @ The Black Pig Festival 2025\, Enniscrone. \nThe inspirational Sid Peacock brings his Totally Made Up Orchestra project to Enniscrone\, Co Sligo & he wants you to join. While it’s just for a few hours\, we promise that the memories will last a lifetime! \nWe’re looking for musicians and music lovers of any age\, any instrument\, any ability to be part of the beautiful music phenomena that is The Totally Made Up Orchestra \, a unique community music-making project. \nAnyone who has previously taken part in the orchestra has found it a joyous\, uplifting and unforgettable experience! \nHow it works? \nGuided by the inspirational Sid Peacock you will devise\, create and perform a completely new piece of music from scratch over the course of just a few hours. (this is then performed at the 2pm public performance) \nIt doesn’t matter if you have been playing for years or minutes! It doesn’t matter if you are 9 or 90! If you can read music – great! If you don’t read music – even better! \nAll you need to be part of this amazing ensemble is a desire to be heard\, a desire to play with other people\, an open mind and a big creative heart. \nSuper fun and wild adventurous music guaranteed! Musicians of all levels and all ages are very welcome. \nWhat do I do? \nTo express an interest in joining the orchestra\, you simply fill out this form to attend the morning workshop and performance on Saturday July 26th. \nPlease note: workshop places are limited and we’re looking for a spread of age groups. \nIdeal age group is 8 yrs & above. \nThe event manager will contact you to confirm your place. \nThe free public performance happens shortly after the rehearsal and is free and but ticketed. \nTickets available via Eventbrite \nhttps://TotallyMadeUpOrchestra.eventbrite.com \n  \nWHERE AND WHEN \n26th July 2025\, 10am -1 pm: Workshop \nVenue: West Sligo Family Resource Centre\, Pier rd.\, Enniscrone\, F26 V5T8 \n26th July 2025\, 2pm – 2.30pm: Public Performance \nVenue: West Sligo Family Resource Centre\, Pier rd.\, Enniscrone\, F26 V5T8 \nPLEASE NOTE: Participants must bring their own instruments (where necessary) including amps etc for electronic instruments if required. \nAbout Sid Peacock \nSid Peacock has been described as one of the most exciting composers in that difficult-to-define area between jazz\, contemporary music and improv. \nWith musical interests spanning many genres and cultures\, Sid has worked with musicians from around the world conducting residencies in Poland\, Berlin\, Paris\, Ireland and as PRSF China musician in residence with Sichuan Opera Troupe in Chongqing\, China. \nSid has extensive experience of working with a wide range of people and communities to develop and express creativity. \nFrom youth and community projects across UK\, delivering Peace & Reconciliation projects in Northern Ireland\, through to acting as Artistic Director since 2007 for Refugee Arts organisation Celebrating Sanctuary – an organisation that assists local artists from refugee backgrounds in finding performance opportunities and developing their professional practice. \nAs a firm believer in the power of music to transform lives\, Sid works regularly as a producer and educator with organisations such as Youth Music\, mac Birmingham and Moving on Music\, Belfast. \nThe project was funded by the Creative Ireland Programme (Sligo) 2023-2027 \nThis event is produced by Ronan Quinn in partnership with Black Pig Festival. \nShould you wish to post on social media\, please use \n#CreativeCommunities
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/the-totally-made-up-orchestra/
LOCATION:West Sligo Family Resource Centre\, Pier Road\, Enniscrone\, F26V5T8\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250729
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SUMMARY:The Black Pig Festival\, Enniscrone
DESCRIPTION:The Black Pig Festival in Enniscrone is returning between the 24th and 28th July 2025.
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/the-black-pig-festival-enniscrone/
LOCATION:Enniscrone\, Enniscrone\, Sligo\, Sligo\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250802
DTSTAMP:20250714T093811Z
CREATED:20250110T113812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250714T093811Z
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SUMMARY:Yeats International Summer School
DESCRIPTION:The Yeats International Summer School is returning in 2025 between 23rd July and 1st August. This is now in its 66th year\, the longest running literary summer school in the world and Ireland’s oldest annual cultural event. \nIt brings together visitors from Taiwan to Tubbercurry\, from Achonry to Austin Texas and from Coney Island New York to our very own Coney Island – Island of the Rabbits. \nIt is a very special ten-day opportunity to enjoy literature\, poetry\, Irish music and dance and to see the wild Atlantic landscape in this extraordinary place – the place that bewitched one of the world’s very few global poets\, William Butler Yeats. \nIndividual tickets are available for many of the events as are small package tickets. See everything on their website here or email them here. \n \n  \nYou can download the 2025 programme here.
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/yeats-international-summer-school-2/
LOCATION:Sligo\, Sligo
CATEGORIES:Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yeats Society Sligo":MAILTO:info@yeatssociety.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250728
DTSTAMP:20250110T115508Z
CREATED:20250110T115508Z
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SUMMARY:Sligo Jazz Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Sligo Jazz Festival is returning between the 22nd and 27th July 2025. \nFull details on the line up and scheduling will be announced in due course.
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/sligo-jazz-festival/
LOCATION:Sligo\, Sligo
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250721
DTSTAMP:20250702T093340Z
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SUMMARY:International Chess Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/international-chess-day/
LOCATION:Queen Maeve Square\, Queen Maeve Square\, Sligo\, Sligo\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Festival,Community,Recreation,Family
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250718
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250721
DTSTAMP:20250714T091451Z
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SUMMARY:Ballygawley Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:Ballygawley Music Festival has officially launched its line-up for 2025. It is the 5th anniversary of the festival which has gone from strength to strength since its founding in 2019. The festival is not for profit event and it is run by a group of energetic volunteers from the community with support from our many sponsors. The aim of the event is to host a unique and diverse music event annually in the village (over 18s). \nThis year’s event will take place from the 17-20th July. On Thursday 17th July\, the marquee will play host to Ballygawley Kids Fest from 5.30pm. The Tumbling Paddies will headline Friday 18th July with support from Claudia Buckley and her band. Saturday 19th July will see Sean Magee\, One for the Road and Derek Ryan take to the main stage whilst Sunday 20th July will see Mike Denver and Johnny Brady close out the festival. \nThomas Walsh\, one of the organisers\, said: “We are expecting our biggest crowds to date in 2025 and we have a line-up to match. We have continued to invest in the event\, its branding and promotion and we are looking forward to people from around the country and overseas to descend on Ballygawley Village. The event is only made possible by the large numbers of volunteers its takes to support us in to run the event over the weekend\, it can take up to 60-80 volunteers per night and we are very thankful for the support. We are excited about 2025\,” he added. \nTickets are now available online for each night and weekend ticket options available via www.ballygawleymusicfestival.com
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/ballygawley-music-festival/
LOCATION:Ballygawley\, Ballygawley\, Ballygawley\, Sligo\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250720
DTSTAMP:20250416T154537Z
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SUMMARY:South Sligo Summer School
DESCRIPTION:The South Sligo Summer School was founded in 1987 in Tubbercurry\, Co. Sligo to conserve and promote the rich tradition of music\, song and dance of the area. With a full programme of classes\, workshops\, céilithe\, concerts\, recitals and talks\, there is special emphasis on the old Sligo traditional style of playing whilst also including a range of instruments from uilleann pipes to bodhrán as well as embracing new ideas and giving a platform to young emerging local musicians\, many of whom are former pupils of the summer school\, to share their talents with our visitors of all ages from near and far. \nThere are so many different facets to this wonderful festival including; \n\nWorkshops\nConcerts and recitals\nCéilís\nLectures\n\nWorkshops: \nWorkshops are available on all traditional instruments from world class teachers. All abilities are catered for and you will have great craic as you go too. \nConcerts and recitals: \nOur 2025 series of Concerts and Recitals will be held nightly at 8 pm in ‘The May Queen’ Tubbercurry from Monday 14th through to Friday 18th July. \nWe are delighted to announce that this year’s Monday night concert is a Tribute to mother and daughter\, Bernie and Holly Geraghty\, who have been long time contributors to the success of the South Sligo Summer School. They will be joined on stage by fellow tutors\, family and musician friends and a great night’s musical celebration is in store. From Ballindine\, Co. Mayo\, Bernie has taught countless students throughout the region and is highly respected as both a music teacher and session musician. Holly now lives in Galway and has been the backbone of our harp classes at the summer school for many years. \nThe recitals throughout the week will feature an eclectic mix of tutors\, students\, local and visiting musicians with the Friday Night Concert highlighting our tutors and friends as well as our local stalwarts of the tradition. Each year the large and appreciative audiences are treated to a feast of the very best of traditional Irish music\, song and dance over the five nights. The images below give a small flavour of the atmosphere from last summer’s series of concerts and recitals. \nLectures: \nThis year we are delighted to have Na Píobairí Uilleann included in our programming. \nThe full programme of afternoon events for 2025 has now been announced. Each Presentation will take place at 2.30 pm in St. Brigid’s Hall\, as follows: \n\nMonday\, 14th July: ‘Raised steeped in Music & Song in Kilmactogue at the foot of the Ox Mountains’ ~ Colm & Siobhan O’Donnell\nTuesday\, 15th July: ‘Regional Fiddle Styles in Ireland: Part of our Identity but are we in danger of overseeing their demise?’ ~ Manus McGuire\nWednesday\, 16th July: ‘My Brother’s Keeper – Reflections on Jim Coleman\, brother of famous fiddle player Michael’ ~ Gregory Daly\nThursday\, 17th July: ‘The Development of the Uilleann Pipes’\, followed by ‘Try the Pipes’\, an Uilleann Pipes taster Session open to all ~ Emmett Gill\, Archivist & Deputy CEO\, Na Piobairi Uilleann\nFriday\, 18th July: ‘Killavil & Bunnanadden – Fiddle & Flute – Musical Memories’ ~ Declan Folan & Fr. James McDonagh\n\nCéilis: \nOur 2025 programme of céilithe at St Brigid’s Hall will feature a stellar line up of céilí bands for seven nights straight. With calling by our set dance tutor\, Pat Murphy\, we can all look forward to a mighty week of dancing\, thanks to the wonderful music of Swallows Tail\, Matt Cunningham\, Dartry\, Innisfree\, Donie Nolan & Taylor’s Cross & the Glenside Céili Bands and new to our programme of céilithe for 2025\, the award winning Piper’s Cross Céilí Band from neighbouring Mayo. Please scroll down for links to each of our nightly céilithe for 2025. \nYou can see the full 2025 programme here. \nTubbercurry: \nTubbercurry is the second-largest town in terms of both population and land area in County Sligo\, Ireland. It lies at the foot of the Ox Mountains\, on the N17 national primary road. Tubbercurry is a fifteen minute drive from Ireland West International Airport with daily flights from several destinations in the UK\, including London Heathrow\, as well as regular flights from many destinations across mainland Europe. The nearest railway station in Ballymote\, on the Dublin – Sligo line\, is a twenty minute drive from Tubbercurry. The Sligo – Derry Bus Eireann Expressway route stops ion Tubbercurry several times a day and we are also serviced by the Feda O’Donnell Galway – Donegal bus route. \nVisitors to Tubbercurry and South Sligo can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities while visiting our area\, with lots of walks\, including the Tubbercurry Forest Trail\, on our doorstep as well as a nine hole golf course within easy walking distance of the centre of town. Be sure to call into Tubbercurry Community Library and the Tourist Office\, both on Humbert Street\, during your visit to Tubbercurry where you can get lots more information and ideas for places to see and things to do – that’s if you can squeeze any more into your packed week of tradtional music\, song and dance!
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/south-sligo-summer-school/
LOCATION:Tubbercurry
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250711
DTSTAMP:20250708T122504Z
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SUMMARY:Stand-Up With Pride
DESCRIPTION:Sligo’s first ever Queer Comedy Night! 9 LGBTQ+ comedians\, one unforgettable night! At Lillie’s Cocktail Bar\, Sligo on Thursday 10th July.
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/stand-up-with-pride/
LOCATION:Lillies Bar\, Sligo
CATEGORIES:Arts,Festival,Community
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250713
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SUMMARY:Cairde Festival
DESCRIPTION:Cairde Sligo Arts Festival has officially launched its full line-up for 2025\, offering a vibrant programme bursting with music\, literature\, theatre\, circus and spectacle across Sligo from 05 – 12 July. \nMusical Highlights\nThis year’s festival presents an exceptional music line-up\, featuring some of the most exciting voices in traditional\, contemporary and world music. Featuring musical giants like Cormac Begley and Ríoghnach Connolly\, and global music from Macalla and Zimbabwe’s Gonora Sounds. A brand-new music commission by Natalia Beylis and new music by Eimear Reidy\, Tara Baoth Mooney and Diarmuid MacDiarmada\, offer immersive\, boundary-pushing sonic experiences that connect place\, myth and memory. \nIrish Music\n\n● The Breath with support by Dee Armstrong – Thurs 10 July @ 9pm | Juniper Barn\nThe Breath\, composed of guitarist Stuart McCallum (The Cinematic Orchestra) and singer/flautist Ríoghnach Connolly (RTÉ Best Folk Singer 2025) – craft a contemporary blend of alt-folk with raw\, heartfelt storytelling. Ríoghnach’s powerful\, soulful voice paired with Stuart’s understated guitar brilliance creates an intimate yet expansive sound. Supported by Dee Armstrong with her sons Diarmuid and Lughaidh Armstrong.\nAdmission: €25 \n● Cormac Begley with support by Lemoncello – Sat 05 July @ 8pm | Hawk’s Well Theatre\nA master of the concertina\, Cormac Begley’s immersive solo performances have captivated audiences worldwide. Begley blends tradition with bold innovation and his show promises to be an unforgettable musical experience for both seasoned trad fans and curious newcomers. Support act Lemoncello fuses Irish folk with indie pop\, jazz and classical music. The alt-folk duo’s hypnotic blend of voice\, cello and guitar creates a minimal and dramatic soundscape\, earning them RTÉ Folk Award nominations for Best Folk Song and Emerging Folk Act.\nAdmission: €30 / €15 under 18’s \n● Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh – Mon 07 July @ 6pm | Markree Castle\nRenowned Irish musician Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh\, known for his role in musical groups The Gloaming and This is How We Fly\, will give a solo performance on his 10-string fiddle\, the hardanger d’amore\, at the picturesque Markree Castle. Following the concert\, attendees can enjoy an optional three-course dinner hosted by Markree Castle. Dinner tickets are limited – be sure to reserve yours early.\nAdmission: €20 concert only / €60 concert + dinner \nWorld Music  \n● Gonora Sounds – Sat 02 July @ 8pm | Hawk’s Well Theatre From busking on the streets of Zimbabwe to performing on global stages\, Gonora Sounds bring their infectious rhythms to the Hawk’s Well Theatre this July. This family band is led by visionary guitarist and songwriter Daniel Gonora\, alongside his teenage son Isaac on drums\, Malizani Mbewe on bass\, Nelson Mutanda on guitar and Sehlapi Mthombeni on backing vocals.\nAdmission: €25 / €12.50 for under 18s \n● Macalla – Fri 11 July @ 9pm | St. John’s Cathedral\nA powerful meeting of musical traditions from Ireland and the Middle East\, Macalla is a new cross-cultural collaboration inspired by the music of Irish harpist and composer Turlough O’Carolan. This unique performance weaves the sounds of traditional Irish and Iraqi instruments – harp\, oud\, qanun\, fiddle\, and more – to create a rich tapestry of world music. Featuring musicians from the North West Folk Collective and the pan-Iraqi ensemble Mshakt\, Macalla is commissioned by Earagail Arts Festival and supported by The British Council.\nAdmission: €20 \nNew Music\n\n● Etched Through Sea and Stone – Wed 09 July @ 8pm | The Factory Performance Space\nInspired by the ever-shifting tides of the Atlantic\, this brand-new composition by Natalia Beylis explores the ocean’s mysterious pull from both the Irish west and American east\ncoasts. Blending field recordings with cello\, fiddle\, harmonium\, percussion and feedback\, the piece is a meditation on movement\, breath and the sea. Performed by Agathe Max\, Eimear Reidy\, Tara Baoth Mooney\, Willie Stewart\, and Natalia Beylis. Commissioned by Cairde Sligo Arts Festival with support from the Arts Council of Ireland’s Music Commissions Award.\nAdmission: €18 \n● The Memory of Rocks Embossed – Sat 12 July @ 5pm & 7pm | Sligo Drama Circle\nInspired by the ancient cairns of Carrowkeel\, this immersive new performance blurs the lines between ritual\, sound and place. Carrowkeel invites the audience into a meditative soundscape where silence\, breath and memory converge. Created and performed by Eimear Reidy\, Tara Baoth Mooney and Diarmuid Mac Diarmada.\nAdmission: €10 \nFree & Family-Friendly Events\n\n● Cairde in the Park – Sun 06 July | 1pm – 6pm | Peace Park\nA joyful day of music\, circus\, wellness\, interactive games and food in Sligo’s beautiful Peace Park featuring music by Hugh Feely\, Note-orious 4\, Lemoncello and DUG\, DJ Will Softly’s legendary kids’ disco\, Sligo’s own pop anthem premiere from Xnthony\, and more. Visit the website for the full line-up.\nAdmission: Free (donations welcome) \n● Street Theatre at Queen Maeve Square\nDelight in a series of free family-friendly circus and street theatre performances taking place in Queen Maeve Square and surrounding areas (see website for locations and times): The Grannies\, Toxic Dogs\, Miss Mary\, MDME Kakapo & Son\, and Dr. Jones and Professor Barnard Medicine Show.\nAdmission: Free \nLiterature & Talks\n\nThis year\, the festival has expanded its literary strand to include a series of writing workshops in creative non-fiction\, short story writing and poetry; a week-long intensive fiction writer’s workshop with acclaimed Irish author Sean O’Reilly (booked-out); and panel discussions covering debut novels\, poetry\, climate change and more. \nThe literary and panel talk line-up includes Eoin McNamee\, Salena Godden\, Seán Farrell\, Kerri ní Dochartaigh\, Elaine Garvey\, Mary Branley\, Saoirse Anton\, Gerard Beirne and Alice Kinsella. For more details or to register for any of the open literary workshops or events\, visit www.cairdefestival.com/2025. \nNot to be Missed\n\nTheatre & Performance\n\nCairde Sligo Arts Festival presents an exciting programme of theatre and performance\, showcasing a diverse range of voices and creative styles. MAKOSH is a dizzying aerial theatre performance created and performed by Polina Shapkina that takes the audience on a surreal journey through the human psyche\, exploring what happens when we bury memory\, repress pain\, and refuse to face our inner darkness. Bunny Bunny\, a one-woman clown show by Nora Kelly Lester\, is an absurdist romantic nightmare comedy about landlords\, ex-lovers\, and hotel soap – a riotous\, heartfelt exploration of what it means to hold it together while everything’s falling apart. As part of Cairde’s Artist Development Programme\, Unveiled offers a unique opportunity to experience four brand-new works-in-progress by Ikenna Anyabuike (Theatre)\, Amir Sabra and Laura Lundy (Dance)\, Angelica Santander (Clown/Theatre)\, and Kyle Conlon\, Nell Garcia and Dylan McGloin of Know Promises (Theatre). \nSee brand-new work blending immersive visuals with acrobatics by Cikada Circus in their unique geodome venue at Hazelwood House on July 8th and 9th\, or traverse a trail of Wandering Voices where multidisciplinary artists explore the theme of ferocity and resilience through spoken word\, music and performance co-curated by Chandrika Narayanan Mohan and Patrick Curley. From physical theatre to clowning and aerial work\, this year’s festival invites audiences to experience bold\, boundary-pushing performances from some of Ireland’s most exciting theatre-makers.\nCairde’s Closing Spectacle & Club Night – Saturday 12 July \n● Community Procession & Closing Spectacle by VolkiDána – Sat 12 July @ 10pm | Starting from Lower Quay Street \nSpectacle company VolkiDána returns to Cairde for a second year to present its newly commissioned show Ephemera – a dramatic procession through the heart of Sligo\, tracing the path of the river\, culminates at Queen Maeve Square with a breathtaking aerial performance and fire ritual\, telling the epic story of an ancient goddess who rises and is finally set free. This event involves engagement with Sligo communities: Aremoja\, Sligo Youth Theatre\, Foroige\, and Men’s\, Women’s and Queer Sheds.\nAdmission: Free \n● Fun Protestants\, Tailtiu\, Alix & Ruairí – Closing Club Night in collaboration with The Model Late Nights – Sat 12 July @ 10:30pm | The Model\nCelebrate the festival’s finale with an unforgettable night of music\, dancing and craic with sets by a trio of Northern Irish acts: Fun Protestants\, Alix & Ruairí and DJ Tailtiu.\nAdmission: €12 \nVisit the festival website at www.cairdefestival.com to view the full line-up or download the brochure. Tickets are on sale now for all ticketed events. Early booking is recommended as shows are expected to sell out quickly.
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/cairde-festival/
LOCATION:Sligo\, Sligo
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250622
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SUMMARY:Sligo Indian Association Events
DESCRIPTION:Full details will be announced in due course but these events are already planned; \nMay 10 – Tagore Jayanti.\nJune 21 – International Yoga Day\nAugust 15 – Indian Independence Day\nAugust 30 – Onam\nOctober 25 Diwali\nDecember 20 Christmas and New year
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/onam-festival-thiruvonam/2025-06-21/
LOCATION:Sligo\, Sligo
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250616
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SUMMARY:Yeats Day Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Yeats Day Festival is returning between the 12th and 15th June 2025. The full Yeats Day 2025 programme can be viewed downloaded here. \n \n \n \n \n \n  \nYeats Day Programme 2025
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/yeats-day-festival/
LOCATION:Sligo\, Sligo
CATEGORIES:Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yeats Society Sligo":MAILTO:info@yeatssociety.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250518
DTSTAMP:20250503T190313Z
CREATED:20250116T165200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250503T190313Z
UID:10006065-1747440000-1747526399@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:Love is a Stranger - Juniper Barn\, Ballymote
DESCRIPTION:Full line-up revealed for Sligo’s Love Is A Stranger festival\n\n\n\nThe full line-up has been revealed for this year’s Love Is A Stranger one day festival in County Sligo. \n\n\nAnother Love Story\, proud winners of IMRO Best Small Live Music Festival 2025\, this week announced the final programme additions for the next edition of the roaming mini festival series\, Love Is A Stranger. \nThe special event returns to the stunning Northwest countryside and beautiful surroundings of Juniper Barn\, Ballymote\, Co. Sligo\, just as summer begins to bloom on Saturday May 17th. \nInternational & local artists at Juniper Barn\nLove Is A Stranger: Juniper Barn 25 features the customary eclectic Another Love Story blend of carefully selected local and international live artists & DJs\, performing in & around the beautifully renovated 18th century barns & grounds of Juniper Barn – the perfect backdrop for an atmospheric early summer party. ⁠ \nThe festival continues to fish in the well-stocked waters of the local Sligo scene\, adding a host of local heroes to the already stacked line up of Irish and international guests\, including: Crazy P (DJ) (UK) | Susan O’Neill | God Knows | RÓIS | Negro Impacto | Ultan O’BrienDotts O’Connor | Perlee | Pearse Mc Glouglin | Art Of Algebra (Live) | Dean Bryce (UK) | My Name Is John | January Winters | Hanna Hession & Rob Rua | Noone Boy | Turn It On! | Making Waves | John Graham | Coastal Movement | Subterranean Soul |The ALS Shift Shack Soundsystem feat Ali Morris | Andrew Kearney | Lucas Ogma and more. \nBeyond the music: unique festival experiences\nBeyond the music\, festival-goers can look forward to the return of the much-loved Wild Folk Dining experience\, hosted in the Turf Barn\, offering a special pop-up feast of seasonal fare — accompanied by a few secret performances. \nAdding to the atmosphere\, Blaze It Sauna returns to Juniper Lake\, alongside a vibrant collection of local artisan traders\, the LIAS Kids Area and Garden Disco. \nThis year’s edition also features a special screening and Q+A with two heroes of the northwest surfing community\, Alice Ward and Noah Lane\, who will share their celebrated surf shorts\, Salt and Blow In. \nFestival director Emmet Condon shared his excitement ahead of the event: “With just a few weeks to go – we are so excited to return to the stunning Sligo countryside\, as summer begins to bloom\, with another trademark ALS collection of Irish and International live artists and djs\, as well as The Wildfolk Dining Experience\, secret pop up gigs\, the Blaze It Sauna by Juniper Lake\, a collection of artisan food providers\, the LIAS Kids area and more – as we kick start festival season in truly beautiful fashion once again with 24 hours of magic at Love Is A Stranger : Juniper Barn on May 17th.” \nTickets & Event Info\nLove Is A Stranger runs as an intimate one day + night event\, with very limited Overnight Camping / Camper Van Attendee Tickets\, and Day Attendee Tickets available. \nOver 85% of day and overnight attendee tickets are available\, while family tickets (two adults and two kids under 16) are limited. \nCamper van passes are also limited. \n⁠LIAS Juniper Barn is an over 20s event\, under 16s are permitted\, if with a guardian\, and must be registered to attend. ID required. \nGates and the campsite open from 12pm on Saturday\, May 17. The event runs from 1pm until 2am. \nLove Is A Stranger will feature a host of delicious local artisan food providers. \nTickets and all info available on their website here. \n\nTickets & Event Info:\n⁠\nLove Is A Stranger will run as an intimate one day + night event\, with very limited Overnight Camping / Camper Van Attendee Tickets\, and Day Attendee Tickets available :⁠ \n\n Day Attendees : €57.50 ⁠*⁠\nOvernight Attendees : €82.50 *⁠*⁠\nFamily Tickets [2 Adults & 2 x Kids U16] : €110.00⁠\nCamper Van Pass : €25.00 *⁠\n⁠* Attendee’s must hold an Overnight Attendee Ticket to gain entry to the Campsite / Camper Van Area. ⁠⁠\n\nLIAS Juniper Barn is an Over 20’s event. U16s are permitted\, if with a guardian\, and must be registered to attend. ID required. Gates & Campsite open 12 noon Saturday May 18th. Event runs 14:00 – 02.00. Campsite closes 12 noon Sunday May 19th. \nFood & Drink \n\nLIAS will feature a host of delicious local artisan food providers.\nLIAS is a BYO event.\n\nBuses \n\nReturn bus will run from Dublin – Juniper Barn Saturday May 18th / Sunday May 19th.\nShuttle Bus will do a number of picks ups from/to Sligo Town – Juniper Barn – Sligo Town\n\nTrain & Shuttle Bus \n\nShuttle Bus will run for collection of select Dublin – Ballymote trains on Sat May 18th.\n\nMore Info & FAQ’s please see www.anotherlovestory.ie/LIASJB \nAbout Another Love Story: \nAnother Love Story is a small\, but very cherished festival which will run for its 10th summer edition in Killyon Manor\, Co. Meath this summer August 23rd – 25th.\nRun by a small and dedicated group of friends\, the team are delighted to continue to add the Love Is A Stranger events to our calendar year – carrying them to new and exciting locations\, and\nformats.
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/love-is-a-stranger-juniper-barn-ballymote/
LOCATION:Juniper Barn\, Ballymote\, Sligo\, Newpark\, Ballymote\, Sligo\, F56 X985\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250511
DTSTAMP:20250117T175603Z
CREATED:20250110T213415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T175603Z
UID:10006066-1746864000-1746896400@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:Sligo Indian Association Events
DESCRIPTION:Full details will be announced in due course but these events are already planned; \nMay 10 – Tagore Jayanti.\nJune 21 – International Yoga Day\nAugust 15 – Indian Independence Day\nAugust 30 – Onam\nOctober 25 Diwali\nDecember 20 Christmas and New year
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/onam-festival-thiruvonam/2025-05-10/
LOCATION:Sligo\, Sligo
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250318
DTSTAMP:20250218T104059Z
CREATED:20240117T142912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T104059Z
UID:10000005-1742169600-1742255999@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:Sligo St. Patrick's Day Parade
DESCRIPTION:Sligo St. Patricks day Parade was established in 1971. The theme for this year’s parade is ‘Queen Maeve’. \nVisit: https://sligostpatricksday.com/
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/sligo-st-patricks-day-parade/
LOCATION:Sligo\, Sligo
CATEGORIES:Arts,Festival,Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250315
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250318
DTSTAMP:20250218T104004Z
CREATED:20241202T133811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T104004Z
UID:10005861-1741996800-1742255999@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:Sligo St Patricks Day Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:The amazing St Patricks Day Festival is taking place in Sligo between March 15th and March 17th 2025. There are fantastic events for all of the family and details will be available on the official Sligo St Patrick’s Day website here. \nThe St Patrick’s Day Parade is on 17th March and you can see the full information on the parade here.
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/sligo-st-patricks-day-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Sligo\, Sligo
CATEGORIES:Music,Festival,Community,Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250216
DTSTAMP:20250131T170330Z
CREATED:20250110T132712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T170330Z
UID:10006039-1739145600-1739663999@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:So Funny Sligo Comedy Festival
DESCRIPTION:The So Funny Sligo Comedy Festival is coming up between 10th and 15th February!\nShows are taking place all around Sligo featuring amazing artists including; \nDavid McSavage • Karl Spain • Aideen McQueen • Martin Angolo \nThere is something for everyone including a comedy quiz\, family magic show and even an art exhibition. Tickets are selling fast so book yours now and banish the winter blues once and for all! \n2025 Line-Up\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKARL SPAIN’S WORLD TOUR OF SLIGO\nKarl Spain has long been established as one of Ireland’s most popular comedians\, from his own tours and touring with others\, and has appeared at festivals all over the world. Karl has worked with some of the world’s greatest comedians (his peers ahem\, cough). \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDATES\n10th-12th February \nDOORS\n7:30\, show starts 8:00pm \nVENUES\nThe Dunes Bar\, Strandhill\nLillie’s Cocktail Bar\nMorans Bar\, Grange \n\n\nTICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Craic Den on Tour\nSHANE DANIEL BYRNE\nAIDEEN MCQUEEN\nMC EDDIE MULLARKEY\n& SPECIAL GUEST \nCraic Den Comedy Club is coming to Sligo and is bringing you the best Irish comedians to the stage. As seen on their acclaimed TV show on Virgin Media and millions of views on social media\, The Craic Den will deliver you belly laughs all night long! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDATE\nTuesday 11th February \nDOORS\n7:30\, show starts 8:00pm \nVENUE\nThe Garavogue Bar \n\n\nTICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Craic Den on Tour\nMARTIN ANGOLO\nOWEN COLGAN\nMC DAMO CLARK\n& SPECIAL GUEST \nCraic Den Comedy Club is coming to Sligo and is bringing you the best Irish comedians to the stage. As seen on their acclaimed TV show on Virgin Media and millions of views on social media\, The Craic Den will deliver you belly laughs all night long! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDATE\nWednesday 12th February \nDOORS\n7:30\, show starts 8:00pm \nVENUE\nThe Garavogue Bar \n\n\nTICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEddie mullarkey\n& SPECIAL GUESTS \nHis 2024 gig at The Dunes in Strandhill was hailed by many as the best gig of last years So Funny Sligo Comedy Festival. Eddie Mullarkey is a standout comic\, lighting up Ireland’s top comedy clubs and festivals with his cheeky\, seductive wit. He’s toured internationally\, and had three years in a row of sold out shows at the Edinburgh Fringe (2021-2023). \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDATE\nThursday 13th February \nDOORS\n7:30\, show starts 8:00pm \nVENUE\nLillie’s Cocktail Bar \n\n\nTICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nthe KENDY & RAYBO PODCAST live\nSPECIAL GUESTS: ALAN CLARK & LUKE ‘MING’ FLANAGAN \nWith almost 300 episodes and 750\,000 listens over 6 years\, these two hilarious men from the West of Ireland are bringing their podcast to life at the Hawk’s Well for the first time as part of the ‘So Funny’ Sligo Comedy Festival 2025! Featuring special guests Luke ‘Ming’ Flanagan and Alan Clarke\, plus more to be announced\, this promises to be a night to remember. Expect chats\, craic\, music\, games and more for this Valentine’s night event! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDATE\nFriday 14th February \nDOORS\n7:30\, show starts 8:00pm \nVENUE\nHawk’s Well Theatre \n\n\nTICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nColm Dawson Magical Mayhem Family Show\nColm Dawson brings his hilarious comedy magic show suitable for the whole family to the Hawk’s Well Theatre as part of the ‘So Funny’ Sligo Comedy Festival 2025. \nExpect lots of interactive laughs and fun for all ages to brighten up your Saturday afternoon. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDATE\nSaturday 15th February \nDOORS\n3:30\, show starts 4:00pm \nVENUE\nHawk’s Well Theatre \n\n\nTICKETS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHA!HA! Hawk’s Well Comedy Award Final\nMeet our judges Sharon Mannion\, Terry Markey and Eddie Mullarkey and….YOU! \nCome vote for the future of comedy as six finalists compete to make you laugh with a grand prize of €1\,000 for best act. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDATE\nSaturday 15th February \nDOORS\n7:30\, show starts 8:00pm \nVENUE\nHawk’s Well Theatre \n\n\nTICKETS
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/so-funny-sligo-comedy-festival/
LOCATION:Sligo\, Sligo
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250127
DTSTAMP:20250110T134214Z
CREATED:20250110T134214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T134214Z
UID:10006042-1737676800-1737935999@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:Yeats Winter School
DESCRIPTION:The Yeats Winter School is returning between the 24th and 26th January 2025. \nFull details on the line up and scheduling will be announced in due course.
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/yeats-winter-school/
LOCATION:Sligo\, Sligo
CATEGORIES:Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Yeats Society Sligo":MAILTO:info@yeatssociety.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241222
DTSTAMP:20241202T140126Z
CREATED:20241202T140126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T140126Z
UID:10005864-1734775200-1734807600@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:Rathcormac Craft Village Christmas Festival
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/rathcormac-craft-village-christmas-festival/2024-12-21/
LOCATION:Rathcormac Craft Village\, Rathcormac Craft Village\, Rathcormac
CATEGORIES:Music,Festival,Community,Food,Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241214
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241215
DTSTAMP:20241202T140126Z
CREATED:20241202T140126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T140126Z
UID:10005863-1734170400-1734202800@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:Rathcormac Craft Village Christmas Festival
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/rathcormac-craft-village-christmas-festival/2024-12-14/
LOCATION:Rathcormac Craft Village\, Rathcormac Craft Village\, Rathcormac
CATEGORIES:Music,Festival,Community,Food,Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241208
DTSTAMP:20241202T140126Z
CREATED:20241202T140126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T140126Z
UID:10005862-1733529600-1733615999@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:Rathcormac Craft Village Christmas Festival
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/rathcormac-craft-village-christmas-festival/2024-12-07/
LOCATION:Rathcormac Craft Village\, Rathcormac Craft Village\, Rathcormac
CATEGORIES:Music,Festival,Community,Food,Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20241024T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20241103T233000
DTSTAMP:20240715T092116Z
CREATED:20240715T092116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T092116Z
UID:10004075-1729796400-1730676600@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:Sligo Live
DESCRIPTION:Sligo Live is a community centred festival created by musicians and music lovers to showcase the very best of talent – internationally established and emerging. Since its foundation by Shane Mitchell and Rory O’Connor in 2005 the festival has delighted audiences with a diverse array of both international and local talent bringing together the very best and the renowned in folk\, roots\, indie and traditional musicians\, as well as comedy.\n\n\nThe festival is a partnership of Sligo County Council\, Atlantic Technological University\, Sligo musicians and music lovers\, working together to celebrate and promote the County’s tremendous artistic heritage and vibrant contemporary culture.
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/sligo-live/
LOCATION:Knocknarea Arena at ATU Sligo\, Sligo\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Music,Arts,Festival,Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20241005T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20241005T193000
DTSTAMP:20241003T142723Z
CREATED:20241003T142723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T142723Z
UID:10005370-1728127800-1728156600@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:Strandhill Surf & Community Celebrations
DESCRIPTION:SURF & COMMUNITY CELEBRATIONS\nNational Surf Centre\, Strandhill\nFree surf lessons\, fun experiences\, tastings and raffle prizes in Strandhill this Saturday 5th October! 11.30am – 19.30pm \nThe National Surf Centre are hosting a community day of celebrations to honour their first year of operation and to promote the range of activities and experiences that can be enjoyed at the National Surf Centre. The Centre are encouraging Strandhill locals\, Sligo residents and visitors\, to come visit the National Surf Centre and Strandhill on Saturday 5th October and partake in some of the free activities on offer. \nAs well as being a Centre for Surf and home to three Surf Schools\, Atlantic Surf School\, Rebelle Surf School and Sligo Surf Experience\, the National Surf Centre work with a number of local expert facilitators to run experiences in or from Centre. The day’s activities kick off at 11.30am in the morning with a Smartphone Safari\, with Paul Richardson of Jet Black Squares. Paul will bring you on a short tour of your smartphone camera which\, chances are\, you haven’t taken properly before\, and then embark on a photo experience across Strandhill beach. Culminating in a social gathering in Honestly. \nEnjoy a social seaweed foraging adventure at midday with Lucianne Hare and Nourished in Nature. You will learn about the story of seaweed in Ireland\, foraging and harvesting\, before delving into some seaweed treats and herbal tea served back at the National Surf Centre. Not to be missed is an opportunity to make your own seaweed butter as you enjoy a Seaweed Infused Masterclass with Irish Seaweed Kitchen and the renowned Dr. Prannie Rhatigan. Prannie shares her insights over the last 25 year through her demonstration workshop on the benefits of seaweeds and how we can incorporate them into our daily diet. \nThe last experience of the day will be a first for the Centre – an inaugural session hosted by award winning photographer George Karbus\, as George brings you on an inspirational photographic journey along the Wild Atlantic Way. There are a number of free places for all the activities listed\, so please email wave@nationalsurfcentre.ie to book your spot. Because when they’re gone…. they’re gone! \nThe same can be said of the free surf lesson spots that both Atlantic Surf School and Sligo Surf Experience are offering to mark the occasion of the day and their move into their new premises at the Centre. They can be booked directly or enquired about through the Centre. In between the experiences\, there will be a short ceremony at 2.15pm to honour the naming of the meeting rooms and spaces at the Centre\, namely the Philip Douglas Room and The Four Winds Plaza in recognition of those that have paved the way for others. \nA Showcase of Strandhill will run then up till 15.30pm with Honestly\, Mammy Johnstons and Shells\, all providing some free tastings and giveaways\, showcasing taste sensational products which have made them renowned throughout the county and beyond. “We have such an excellent offering in Strandhill in all of our providers\, and I thank them for their support of the day’s events” quotes Rebecca Stevens\, Director of Operations at the Centre. “They make a visit to Strandhill special and memorable for many visitors”. “We are very lucky in Sligo to live and work so close to places likes Strandhill”\, continues Ms Stevens\, “Strandhill is a gem of a village\, in a beautiful setting\, in a fantastic part of the country. Adding to this are the fabulous sport and social offerings for local\, domestic and international visitors. The National Surf Centre further enhances the tourism product for Strandhill and Co. Sligo\, and we hope this day of celebrations highlights the fantastic range of activities and experiences that can be enjoyed here”.
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/strandhill-surf-community-celebrations/
LOCATION:National Surf Centre\, Strandhill\, National Surf Centre\, Strandhill\, Sligo\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Festival,Sport,Community,Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="National Surf Centre%2C Strandhill":MAILTO:wave@nationalsurfcentre.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240921T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240922T220000
DTSTAMP:20240801T081849Z
CREATED:20240715T105523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T081849Z
UID:10004077-1726912800-1727042400@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:Taste of Sligo Food Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join in the fun and enjoy a gastronomic adventure at the Taste of Sligo Food Festival! Discover a delicious array of local produce\, meet celebrity chefs\, and enjoy the vibrant food culture of Sligo – all in the heart of beautiful Sligo town on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd September. This is all taking place in Queen Maeve Square in Sligo. \nEvent Highlights:\n \n\nMouth-watering dishes from local producers\nLive cooking demonstrations by renowned celebrity chefs\nFun activities for the whole family\nA celebration of Sligo’s rich culinary heritage\n\nOpening Times \n\nSaturday 21st September open from 12p.m. to 10p.m.\nSunday 22nd September from 12p.m. to 8p.m.\n\nThis exciting event is organised by award winning restaurateur Anthony Gray\, supported from Sligo Food Trail\, Sligo County Council\, and Sligo BID. \nMark your calendars and come celebrate the best of Sligo’s culinary scene! 🎉🍽️ Celebrity Chefs will be announced every few weeks along with their high profiles . Food stalls\, food trucks local chefs \, music and fun for all. Showcasing Sligo the ultimate foodie destination. \nYou can book your tickets here. \n \n 
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/taste-of-sligo-food-festival/
LOCATION:Queen Maeve Square\, Queen Maeve Square\, Sligo\, Sligo\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Music,Arts,Festival,Community,Food
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ORGANIZER;CN="Taste of Sligo Tours":MAILTO:tasteofsligofestival@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240919T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240922T140000
DTSTAMP:20240715T144004Z
CREATED:20240715T111700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T144004Z
UID:10004078-1726741800-1727013600@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:Remembering the Armada
DESCRIPTION:Spanish Armada Ireland runs Remembering the Armada which takes place in Sligo\, Streedagh\, Grange and Killybegs 19-22 September 2024. \n 
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/remembering-the-armada/
LOCATION:Sligo\, Sligo
CATEGORIES:Music,Arts,Festival,Sport,Community,Education,Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Spanish Armada Ireland":MAILTO:info@spanisharmadaireland.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240915T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240915T170000
DTSTAMP:20240830T145140Z
CREATED:20240830T145140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T145140Z
UID:10004532-1726408800-1726419600@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:Harvest Festival at Sligo Folk Park
DESCRIPTION:Head to Sligo Folk Park on the 15th September for their first annual Harvest Festival. Lots of fun to be had for all age groups. Music will be provided by the award-winning Ryan Sheridan and Friends. Fred the Party Professor and the Magic Circus will be on site to entertain kids and adults alike. \nTry your hand at pottery making with Shauna the Pottery Lady\, there will be two Samba Drumming Workshops for the adventurous music makers along with demonstrations of traditional Boxty making followed with the requisite taste test. \nA Harvest Festival would not be complete without Harvest Games so be sure to join in on the Tug of War\, Turf Footing\, Penalty Shoot Out and other games on the day. All of the above activities are included in the entry price. \nThere will also be Pony Rides\, Build a Bear Workshop\, American BBQ Style ‘pig on a spit’\, other food and craft stalls on the day. The Harvest Festival will run between 2pm and 5pm. \nPrices: Adults €10 \nChild   €5 \nFamily Ticket   €25 (2 adults and up to 4 children)
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/harvest-festival-at-sligo-folk-park/
LOCATION:Sligo Folk Park\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Music,Festival,Community,Food,Family
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sligo Folk Park":MAILTO:info@sligofolkpark.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240907T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240907T200000
DTSTAMP:20240719T123658Z
CREATED:20240604T103059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T123658Z
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SUMMARY:Wild & Well Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join Wild & Well Festival for a one-day celebration of community\, creation\, and holistic wellness in the majestic Wild West! \nDate: Saturday 7 Sept\, 2024\nTime: 10am -8pm\nLocation: Annaghmore House\, Collooney\, Co. Sligo \nWild & Well Festival is back for it’s second year in Co. Sligo! With community at it’s core and a diverse lineup of facilitators\, performers\, and speakers from various wellness\, creative\, and holistic spaces\, this event will equip you with tools\, skills\, and knowledge that will help deepen your connection to yourself\, others\, and nature through movement\, breath\, play\, and more! \nWhat to expect: \n\nLive Music (All Day!)\nYoga (Vinyasa\, Yin\, Restorative\, Dance\, Kundalini)\nBreathwork\nDrumming\nCreative Workshops\nMen’s Circles\nWomen’s Circles\nCacao\, Hawthorn\, & Nettle\nSound Bath\nKirtan\nTribal Twerk\nSpeakers & more!\n\nYou’ll also be able to nourish yourself with a delicious selection of food options from local vendors and wander around exploring various market stalls. \nHosted by West Coast Wellness. \n\nMust be 18+ to attend. Tickets are non-refundable.\nThis is a substance-free event. No alcohol or drugs are permitted on site.\nNo animals or pets of any kind will be allowed on site.
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/wild-well-festival/
LOCATION:Annaghmore House\, Collooney\, Annaghmore House\, Collooney\, Sligo\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240817
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240826
DTSTAMP:20240819T141106Z
CREATED:20240819T141106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T141106Z
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SUMMARY:National Heritage Week events in Sligo
DESCRIPTION:There is a host of fantastic events in Sligo for National Heritage Week which runs from Saturday 17th August through to Sunday 25th August. \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/national-heritage-week-events-in-sligo/
LOCATION:Sligo\, Sligo
CATEGORIES:Festival,Community,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240810T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240810T213000
DTSTAMP:20240730T092427Z
CREATED:20240730T075633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T092427Z
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SUMMARY:Hagstravaganza Beer Festival - White Hag Brewery\, Ballymote
DESCRIPTION:The highly anticipated Hagstravaganza Beer Festival returns for its 10th annual edition\, promising an unforgettable celebration of craft beer and community. \nScheduled to take place on August 10th\, this year’s festival is set to elevate the beer experience to new heights with over 50 beers\, live music entertainment\, and the best food in the west of Ireland.\nHagstravaganza 2024 is all set to showcase a dazzling selection of craft beers from renowned breweries and famous brewers from around the world. \nCraftsmanship\, creativity\, and passion converge as master brewers present their finest brews\, offering attendees an opportunity to savor a diverse range of flavors and styles of beers never\nseen before in Ireland – every brew has never poured here before! \nEvent Highlights:\n \n\nWith food from Pratai fresh chips\, Weird Dough Pizza\, The Country Grill\, Driftwood Coffee Cart\, and Wild Atlantic Oysters\, there’s something for everyone.\nLive Bands and Entertainment This year we will see the return of local legends ‘Plan C’ pumping out their versions of 90’s and 00’s banger’s. We’ll also be joined by Trad & Folk Rock band Crooked Trad\, from Westport\, all topped and tailed by Sibh Conmy from Dublin bar Street 66 on the decks.\nCommunity Spirit: Hagstravaganza Beer Festival is not just about beer; it’s about fostering a sense of community. The event supports local charities and initiatives each year\, giving back to\nthe region that has supported the festival over the years.\n\nGet Your Tickets\n\nTickets for the Hagstravaganza Beer Festival 2024 are available for purchase online through Eventbrite here. As this milestone event is expected to draw an enthusiastic crowd\, attendees are encouraged to secure their tickets early to avoid disappointment. \nAbout Hagstravaganza Beer Festival \nSince its inception\, the Hagstravaganza Beer Festival has been a celebration of International brewing and beer culture\, bringing together beer enthusiasts and industry experts to explore the art of brewing in an Irish context. As the festival enters its Tenth year\, it continues to uphold its commitment to providing a platform for talented brewers while contributing positively to the local community.
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/hagstravaganza-beer-festival-white-hag-brewery-ballymote/
LOCATION:The White Hag Brewery\, Ballymote\, The White Hag Brewery\, Ballymote\, Sligo\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240810T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240814T170000
DTSTAMP:20240619T132729Z
CREATED:20240117T143623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T132729Z
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SUMMARY:Tubbercurry Old Fair Day Festival
DESCRIPTION:Community is at the heart of Tubbercurry Old Fair Day Festival this August \nImmerse yourself in the vibrant celebration of Tubbercurry’s rich heritage and community spirit. The Tubbercurry Old Fair Day Festival returns for its 37th year with a packed programme of events. This August\, the festival committee has joined with local community groups to create thrilling family entertainment\, live music to engaging dance and craft demonstrations\, this five-day festival promises fun and excitement for the whole family. So\, mark your calendar and create memories this August from Saturday 10th to the highlight of the festival the Old Fair Day on Wednesday 14th. \nTony O’Brien returns for his third year bringing his and the committees experience to the fore in fine tuning an exciting five-day programme\, a highlight in Sligo’s festival calendar.  “We are delighted to present our 37th Festival. Our committee has worked tirelessly in continuing to bring a festival to Tubbercurry with firm favourites and adding in new and exciting events. \nThis year collaboration is key\, we have continued to engage with local community groups Tubbercurry GAA\, Real Tubber\, Achonry Farmers Market\, Tubbercurry Golf Club\, Havin A Laugh charity and local businesses who are kindly supporting events\, we are also delighted to be joined by South Sligo Summer School and Bróga Bríomhar Dance School for our dance programme in St. Brigid’s Hall on the fair day.” \nRenowned for its vibrant atmosphere and commitment to preserving Ireland’s rich heritage and crafts\, the festival has become a must-attend event. Offering an array of entertainment\, immersive experiences\, and family-friendly activities\, the Tubbercurry Old Fair Day Festival guarantees something for everyone. \nThe festival commences this year in the Forest Trail with Tubbercurry Trail Run on Saturday morning followed by the Teddy Bear Picnic in the afternoon or take a spin out to the Achonry Farmers Market for delicious treats\, heritage\, and crafts at their market. \nThe kids will be entertained with a Family Fun events at both Kilcoyne Park and Family Resource Centre and the Padraig Neary Memorial Treasure Hunt while the adults get to test their skills at Headers Cup and their knowledge of vintage cars at Square Sundays. \nOn the Fair Day\, visitors will get the chance to experience the sights and sounds of fair days gone by in our crafts and heritage village\, artisan food and ice cream\, enjoy children’s fun zones and watch live demonstrations from spinning\, weaving\, basket making\, chainsaw craving\, traditional printing to thatching and trashing. You can even try your hand at butter making and pottery. Havin’ A Laugh charity will host their Coffee Morning on Tour in the hall with dance classes commences from 11a.m. \nOcean FM will be live with their flagship show from an outside broadcast on the square. The ever-popular vintage collection of tractors\, cars and machinery grows every year and will take pride of place. Surprises await in their award-winning animal’s display. The event will host over a hundred exhibitors dotted throughout the town. A fun filled festival awaits you in Tubbercurry\, with Murray’s funfair and music in the pubs nightly to finish off the evening. A festival where old and new friends alike can meet and savour the hospitality Tubbercurry offers. \nGet ready to experience the magic of Tubbercurry’s Old Fair Day Festival from August 10th to August 14th. Discover the true essence of Sligo’s community spirit while indulging in a wide range of entertainment and delights that will leave you longing for more. For more information\, follow us on social media or visit our website www.oldfairday.ie #OldFairDay \nVisit: https://oldfairday.ie/
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/tubbercurry-old-fair-day-festival/
LOCATION:Tubbercurry
CATEGORIES:Arts,Festival,Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tubbercurry Old Fair Day":MAILTO:info@oldfairday.ie
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240901
DTSTAMP:20240701T110933Z
CREATED:20240701T103740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T110933Z
UID:10004072-1722470400-1725148799@sligo.ie
SUMMARY:Tread Softly Festival
DESCRIPTION:Tread Softly takes place over the month of August. This festival is dedicated to working collaboratively with artists and communities\, producing reflective signature events exploring our relationship with Sligo’s landscape.
URL:https://sligo.ie/event/tread-softly-festival/
LOCATION:Sligo\, Sligo
CATEGORIES:Music,Arts,Festival,Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tread Softly Festival":MAILTO:info@treadsoftly.ie
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