Past Events

  • Show Up and Show Off

    Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

    As a Theatre for the People, our Community is at the heart of what we do. We aim to present a diverse programme reflecting the community we live in and giving every voice a platform to be heard! Over 100 people regularly take part in our Community Workshops. That’s over... 50 in our Community Adult […]

  • Sligo Rovers – Home game (men)

    Sligo Rovers The Showgrounds, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

    Sligo Rovers are our local professional football team and play at The Showgrounds in Sligo town. This is a fantastic experience for any visitor - and particularly for those with an interest in football. Sligo Rovers are widely regarded as one of the friendliest clubs in Ireland and you will be made to feel most […]

  • Is Mise Éire Eile: I am another Ireland

    Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

    Crooked House Theatre Company Presents: Is Mise Éire Eile: I am another Ireland The true story of a community grappling with itself after the arrival of 100 international protection applicants. Conceived and Directed by Emily B Ditkovski Written by Yassine Barkaoui, Serena Giordanengo, and Members of Crooked House Theatre Company On a rainy evening in […]

  • Polyphonic Summer | Mike Absolum at Abhainn Gallery Enniscrone

    Abhainn Studio Enniscrone Enniscrone, Ireland

    Abhainn Gallery Enniscrone Co. Sligo is pleased to present “Polyphonic summer”. An exhibition of paintings and prints by Mike Absolum spanning two decades, curated by Ann Conmy. The Exhibition opens 6th June and runs until the 19th July. Wine Reception on Friday the 6th June at 6pm, all are welcome. Born in 1940, Mike Absalom […]

  • Josephine Foster

    Abhainn Studio Enniscrone Enniscrone, Ireland

    Abhainn Studio & October Nights are thrilled to welcome the acclaimed US singer Josephine Foster to Enniscrone, as part of an Irish tour. Josephine Foster (b. 1974) is a North American artist celebrated as a singer, multi-instrumentalist, and composer. Her voice seems to drift from another time. Her music carries the soul of old folk songs, […]

    €19.20
  • Cruinniu Na Nóg Late

    The Crib, Rockwood Parade

    A vibrant, cabaret-style showcase celebrating Sligo’s young performers! This dynamic event offers a stage for emerging local talent to shine—whether in music, dance, theatre, or comedy—all in front of a youth-focused audience. Designed to nurture creativity and self-expression, the evening promises an electric mix of performances and an inspiring atmosphere. Beyond the stage, youth-focused arts […]

  • Sligo Races

    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
  • Rub Off The Dark – Presents Josephine Foster Plus Special Guests Perlee

    Yeats Building Sligo, Ireland

    Josephine Foster is a singer-songwriter-composer whose voice seems to drift from another time. She has lent her warbling mezzo-soprano and interpretive wit to nearly two decades of self-produced recordings. Her songs are rooted in early American folk-blues as well as classical art song and Tin Pan Alley. She has crafted a singular body of work. […]

    €23.50
  • Wildlife Boat Trips

    Wildlife Boat Trips
    Mullaghmore

    Take a wildlife boat trip on board The Kiwi Girl from Mullaghmore this weekend and make the most of the promised good weather! You will sail out into Donegal Bay and might see any manner of marine wildlife (although of course nothing is guaranteed!). Wildlife boat trip times: Wednesday 11th June - 5.00pm Friday 13th […]

  • Yeats Day Festival

    Sligo Sligo

    The Yeats Day Festival is returning between the 12th and 15th June 2025. The full Yeats Day 2025 programme can be viewed downloaded here.   Yeats Day Programme 2025

  • Wildlife Boat Trips

    Wildlife Boat Trips
    Mullaghmore

    Take a wildlife boat trip on board The Kiwi Girl from Mullaghmore this weekend and make the most of the promised good weather! You will sail out into Donegal Bay and might see any manner of marine wildlife (although of course nothing is guaranteed!). Wildlife boat trip times: Wednesday 11th June - 5.00pm Friday 13th […]

  • Wildlife Boat Trips

    Wildlife Boat Trips
    Mullaghmore

    Take a wildlife boat trip on board The Kiwi Girl from Mullaghmore this weekend and make the most of the promised good weather! You will sail out into Donegal Bay and might see any manner of marine wildlife (although of course nothing is guaranteed!). Wildlife boat trip times: Wednesday 11th June - 5.00pm Friday 13th […]

  • Wildlife Boat Trips

    Wildlife Boat Trips
    Mullaghmore

    Take a wildlife boat trip on board The Kiwi Girl from Mullaghmore this weekend and make the most of the promised good weather! You will sail out into Donegal Bay and might see any manner of marine wildlife (although of course nothing is guaranteed!). Wildlife boat trip times: Wednesday 11th June - 5.00pm Friday 13th […]

  • Wildlife Boat Trips

    Wildlife Boat Trips
    Mullaghmore

    Take a wildlife boat trip on board The Kiwi Girl from Mullaghmore this weekend and make the most of the promised good weather! You will sail out into Donegal Bay and might see any manner of marine wildlife (although of course nothing is guaranteed!). Wildlife boat trip times: Wednesday 11th June - 5.00pm Friday 13th […]

  • Sligo Rovers – Home game (men)

    Sligo Rovers The Showgrounds, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

    Sligo Rovers are our local professional football team and play at The Showgrounds in Sligo town. This is a fantastic experience for any visitor - and particularly for those with an interest in football. Sligo Rovers are widely regarded as one of the friendliest clubs in Ireland and you will be made to feel most […]

  • Music From The Penguin Café Orchestra

    Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

    2025 sees Penguin Cafe bringing the music of the legendary Penguin Cafe Orchestra back to life, featuring a collection of PCO classics, celebrating the unique sound that has captivated audiences worldwide. To coincide with this revival, six original PCO albums are being re-released on vinyl for the first time since their initial pressings, courtesy of / Universal Music Recordings […]

  • Free Outdoor Yoga

    Free Outdoor Yoga
    Various

    You can join a free outdoor yoga session in various locations throughout Sligo. These sessions are funded by Healthy Ireland and promoted by Visit Sligo and are designed to be suitable for  all abilities. If you would like to try yoga for the first time then these are perfect, and if you are an experienced […]

  • Wildlife Boat Trips

    Wildlife Boat Trips
    Mullaghmore

    Take a wildlife boat trip on board The Kiwi Girl from Mullaghmore this weekend and make the most of the promised good weather! You will sail out into Donegal Bay and might see any manner of marine wildlife (although of course nothing is guaranteed!). Wildlife boat trip times: Wednesday 11th June - 5.00pm Friday 13th […]

  • Baby Loves Music

    Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

    BabyLovesMusic is an informal concert for babies aged 0-12 months featuring 4 award-winning musicians with musical arrangements by The Irish Chamber Orchestra’s, Malachy Robinson. An eclectic musical journey with a distinctly Irish feel – featuring a rich variety of instruments including guitars, cello, accordion, fiddle, uilleann pipes, recorders. Duration 30 mins + playtime Date Sat 21 June, 2025, […]

  • Streets of Sligo 5k

    Sligo Sligo

    Starting at Markievicz Rd, you will be running up Connaughton Rd, down across Bridge St, Castle St, Grattan St, left onto O Connell St, across Hyde Bridge and up Stephen Street before turning for Bridge St again. The route will then take runners left across JFK parade, up Doorly Pk and across Cranmore Rd, down […]

  • Sligo Indian Association Events

    Sligo Sligo

    Full details will be announced in due course but these events are already planned; May 10 - Tagore Jayanti. June 21 - International Yoga Day August 15 - Indian Independence Day August 30 - Onam October 25 Diwali December 20 Christmas and New year