Past Events

Where Is My Mind? LIVE With Niall Breslin and guest Dr. Tony Bates

Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

With guest Dr. Tony Bates. WHERE IS MY MIND? is a podcast about how we can better take care of the beauty and the beast that is the human mind in the head-melty chaos of the modern world. It is Hosted by Niall “Bressie” Breslin, one of Ireland’s most formidable and inspiring mental health advocates. Niall holds […]

€25

Leonard Barry

Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

Littoral, Leonard Barry’s third solo CD, features some of the leading lights of Traditional music. A special night of music will feature Leonard and friends who feature on this new release, Michael McGoldrick (flute), Seamie O’Dowd ( Guitar/Vocals) and Andy Morrow (fiddle) with special guests Michael Holmes and Anna Houston who will join Leonard on the night […]

€10 – €20

Hothouse Flowers

Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

Something amazing happens when Hothouse Flowers step onto the stage – something that has been shaped by over thirty-five years of singing and playing all over the world, yet no two shows have ever been the same! There is a sense of musical adventure, an impulse to reach new heights and depths in music where the unspoken […]

€15 – €30

David Munnelly, Mick Conneely & Catriona Ni Cheannbhain

Coleman Irish Music Centre, Gurteen

David Munnelly (accordion) and Mick Conneely (fiddle), joined by special guest singer Caitríona Ní Cheannabháin, will perform at the Coleman Music Centre in Gurteen on Saturday 27th April at 8.00pm. “Dave and Mick are master musicians no doubt about it, they have the credentials: the track record, the bands, albums and collaborations, but here you […]

€15

Declan Nerney Live in Concert

Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

Declan Nerney was born in the heart of Ireland in Drumlish Co. Longford, at a unique period of time in the music scene worldwide. A revolution in rock and pop brought us The Beatles, Elvis, and the Rolling Stones, while here in Ireland the magnificent show band boom was about to explode. A young man growing […]

€12.50 – €25

Sligo Grammar School Presents Showstoppers

Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

Sit back and enjoy as the students of the Sligo Grammar School take you on a musical journey through the decades. Exploring a range of genres, students will sing and dance to an eclectic mix of modern hits alongside a selection of Broadway musical favourites! This musical spectacular promises to have something for everyone. Join us for […]

€10 – €15

Sligo Grammar School Presents Showstoppers

Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

Sit back and enjoy as the students of the Sligo Grammar School take you on a musical journey through the decades. Exploring a range of genres, students will sing and dance to an eclectic mix of modern hits alongside a selection of Broadway musical favourites! This musical spectacular promises to have something for everyone. Join us for […]

€10 – €15

Pure Medicine

Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

In this brand new theatre production, Betty Duffy and Cahal Flynn explore a childhood in rural Ireland, reminiscing about a time when old boys told tales by the fire and a story could take you on an adventure. In this one-man show, actor and writer Cahal Flynn explores his own experiences of this stage of our social history, during his childhood […]

€15

The Hit Machine Celtic Drummers

Queen Maeve Square Queen Maeve Square, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

Dressed as modern day Celtic warriors, adorned in sleek black kilts, chains and stunning leather vests, The Hit Machine Drummers wield their instruments like musical weapons, unleashing songs that will ignite your desire to dance! The Hit Machine Drummers will be performing at the Queen Maeve Festival on Friday 3rd May in Queen Maeve Square […]

Shane Beirne & Friends

Queen Maeve Square Queen Maeve Square, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

Shane Beirne & Friends take to the stage at the Queen Maeve Festival on Friday 3rd May in Queen Maeve Square right in the heart of beautiful Sligo town. Hailing from Carrick-on-Shannon and playing with fantastic musicians from Sligo and the west of Ireland, Shane made his debut at Electric Picnic in 2022. He has […]

Deirdre O’Kane – O’Kaning It

Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

Comedic fireball Deirdre O'Kane is mad for road, mercilessly mining hilarity from the human condition. Will she conquer the chaos or revel in it? Tame the mayhem or "O'Kane it"? Either way you're in for a night of relentless laughs fuelled by warped personal insight.

€25

Queen Maeve Trail walk

Knocknarea Car Park - Glen Road Knocknarea Car Park, Sligo

Queen Maeve Festival is delighted to present our second Historical Guided Walk, taking place at Knocknarea mountain leading to the grave of Queen Maeve herself! The Sligo Walks Team will take you on a delightful ramble on the Queen Maeve Trail, Knocknarea, scheduled for Saturday 4th May 2024 starting at 12 noon. Queen Maeve Trail […]

Cairde Cultural Celebrations & Family Fun

Queen Maeve Square Queen Maeve Square, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

Queen Maeve Festival is delighted to present a performance arranged by Cairde Sligo Arts Festival as part of the May Bank Holiday weekend celebrations to mark the official opening of Queen Maeve Square! From 3pm to 6pm on Saturday May 4th, bring all the family and immerse yourself in a whirlwind of joy at our […]

The Rosecaps

Queen Maeve Square Queen Maeve Square, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

Are you coming to see The Rosecaps at Queen Maeve Festival on Saturday 4th May 2024? They are playing in the newly redeveloped Queen Maeve Square in the heart of beautiful Sligo town. Search their most polished and high energy track to date - 'Ocean Floor' to listen and get in the mood to see […]

Callum Wall

Queen Maeve Square Queen Maeve Square, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

Callum Wall will be performing at Queen Maeve Festival on Saturday 4th May 2024 in the newly redeveloped Queen Maeve Square right in the heart of beautiful Sligo town. Callum was born in Sligo and is now based in Dublin. He kicked off his career in April of 2021 with his hit, cult classic EP […]

Saibh Skelly

Queen Maeve Square Queen Maeve Square, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

Are you coming to see Saibh Skelly on Saturday 4th May 2024? She is performing at the new Queen Maeve Festival which is taking place in the new Queen Maeve Square right in the heart of beautiful Sligo town. Initially rising to prominence with her mesmerising busking performances, Saibh has since established herself as one […]

Tom Robinson

Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

Tom Robinson is a British songwriter and broadcaster born in 1950. His music career began in London with the acoustic trio Café Society, whose eponymous 1975 album was produced by Ray Davies of The Kinks and sold less than 500 copies. He then formed the Tom Robinson Band (TRB) who were early supporters of Rock […]

€14 – €28

Sligo Races

Sligo Races Cleveragh Road, Sligo, Ireland

A day at Sligo races is fantastic! This historic track is located in Sligo town with beautiful views of Ben Bulben and beyond - it is easily accessible from all Sligo town hotels and a short walk from the city centre. Enjoy high quality racing throughout the year with both National Hunt and Flat racing […]

€16 – €20

Innisfree Wheelers Spring Classic

Mercy College Gym, Sligo Mercy College, Sligo

Innisfree Wheelers are having their S[ring Classic this year on May 5th - two distances 75Km and 130Km. If you are thinking of entering the Gran Fondo event coming to Sligo at the end of June then this would ne a perfect event to get ready! It commences and finishes at The Mercy College Gym, […]

Walking Tour Exploring Sligo’s built heritage

Famine Memorial, Quay Street Quay Street, Sligo

Queen Maeve Festival presents a walking tour entitled "Exploring Sligo's built heritage" which will take place on Sunday 5th May at 12pm. This will depart from the Famine commemoration monument in Quay Street car park and the route is level throughout with an easy/medium topography to navigate. This walking tour will be delivered by Sean […]

Glór Na dTonn Céilí Band & Bróga Bríomhar

Queen Maeve Square Queen Maeve Square, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

Formed in 2019, Glór na dTonn are a young Céilí Band (with half Sligo and half Mayo membership and one from Waterford), who strive to produce a lively Connaught style of dance music inspired by some of Connaught's finest musicians such as the legendary James Morrison and Martin Wynne. The name Glór na dTonn came […]

SEOID

Sligo Sligo, Ireland

Seoid, a collaboration of the traditional multi-instrumentalists Kerrie Herrity, Kenny Donagher, John Dwyer and Fiachra Guihen, have been performing as Seoid for 2 years now with their eclectic mix of trad tunes and newly composed instrumental material. They have a lively style of traditional music rooted in the Sligo, Roscommon and Leitrim flute and Fiddle […]