Past Events

  • The Sligo Camino

    Sligo

    ‍♂️Join the Sligo Camino on Saturday 5th July!‍♂️ There are still a few places remaining on the 10th Sligo Camino. This spectacular 34km takes you through the beautiful Sligo landscape finishing in the village of Coolaney. Tickets are at https://www.sligocamino.ie/tickets.html Enjoy regular breaks and stops and the tastiest meal you will every have upon completion. Make […]

  • Cairde Festival

    Sligo

    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. Musical Highlights This year’s festival presents an exceptional music line-up, featuring some of the most exciting voices in traditional, contemporary and world music. Featuring […]

  • Mairead O’hEocha; Solo Exhibition

    The Model, Sligo The Mall, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

    Mairead O’hEocha; Solo Exhibition Tue. 8 Jul. – Sat. 20 Sep. 2025 Opening Sat. 5 Jul. Curated by Michael Hill Mairead O’hEocha’s recent paintings cast an array of extraordinary and everyday tabletop scenes: birds invading a garden lunch; an octopus in a trophy room; a fake loaf of bread at the tenement museum. Tables float […]

  • Free Walking Tour of Sligo

    Discover Ireland Tourist Information Centre O'Connell Street, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

    Join this free walking tour of Sligo and discover Sligo’s historical, musical, sporting and cultural gems. Your experienced and professional guide will entertain you on this two hour tour which departs every Wednesday to Saturday at 3.00pm between July and September. The tour departs from the Discover Ireland Tourist Information Centre at the top of […]

  • 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 […]

  • Cormac Begley

    Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

    Cormac Begley is a celebrated concertina player from West Kerry, known for his mastery of 13 concertinas ranging from bass to piccolo. His acclaimed albums feature in award-winning works like Mám and The Dance. He’s collaborated with renowned artists, including Lisa O’Neill, Lankum, Ye Vagabonds and Stephen James Smith, and founded innovative music projects like Airt […]

  • Cleveragh Junior Parkrun

    Cleveragh Junior Parkrun, opposite Sligo Sports Complex.

    Cleveragh Junior parkrun is a free, non- competitive weekly 2km event aimed for children ( 4-14 years old) of all abilities. Our goal is to promote exercise, fun, and family bonding. Kids can run, skip, walk, and jump around our scenic course located at the Cleveragh sports pitches. Parents and guardians are encouraged to join […]

  • Drama at the Well

    Hawkswell Theatre Sligo, Ireland

    For ages 5 - 10 Facilitated by Isabel Claffey & Deirdre Gaule This fun and engaging drama camp encourages young children to act and participate in many different activities specifically designed to explore creativity and build confidence. Limited availability, early booking advised.

  • Free Walking Tour of Sligo

    Discover Ireland Tourist Information Centre O'Connell Street, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

    Join this free walking tour of Sligo and discover Sligo’s historical, musical, sporting and cultural gems. Your experienced and professional guide will entertain you on this two hour tour which departs every Wednesday to Saturday at 3.00pm between July and September. The tour departs from the Discover Ireland Tourist Information Centre at the top of […]

  • Stand-Up With Pride

    Lillies Bar, Sligo

    Sligo's first ever Queer Comedy Night! 9 LGBTQ+ comedians, one unforgettable night! At Lillie's Cocktail Bar, Sligo on Thursday 10th July.

  • Free Walking Tour of Sligo

    Discover Ireland Tourist Information Centre O'Connell Street, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

    Join this free walking tour of Sligo and discover Sligo’s historical, musical, sporting and cultural gems. Your experienced and professional guide will entertain you on this two hour tour which departs every Wednesday to Saturday at 3.00pm between July and September. The tour departs from the Discover Ireland Tourist Information Centre at the top of […]

  • Free Walking Tour of Sligo

    Discover Ireland Tourist Information Centre O'Connell Street, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

    Join this free walking tour of Sligo and discover Sligo’s historical, musical, sporting and cultural gems. Your experienced and professional guide will entertain you on this two hour tour which departs every Wednesday to Saturday at 3.00pm between July and September. The tour departs from the Discover Ireland Tourist Information Centre at the top of […]

  • White Hag Brewery & Taproom Tour

    The White Hag Brewery, Ballymote The White Hag Brewery, Ballymote, Sligo, Ireland

    Join The White Hag Brewery Tour | Guided tours by their Co-Founder Bob Coggins and brewery team, who together will bring you on a journey of Irish Craft Beer, from grain to glass! Bob Coggins: Co-Founder | Passionate about Craft Beer & Sligo with over 20 years in Marketing and Communications. Taproom Tastings | Experience […]

    €25 – €60
  • AFL Ireland 9s Tournament

    Knocknarea GAA Pitch

    Time to spice up the season! Mixed AFL 9s is coming to Sligo - hosted by your favourite Swannies Knocknarea GAA Pitch, Sligo Saturday 12th July 12pm - 4pm Presentations & After Party at our sponsor pub @swagmanbarsligo to follow €20 per team Club teams & individual registrations welcome - message @southdublinswans by 30th June […]

    €20
  • Free Walking Tour of Sligo

    Discover Ireland Tourist Information Centre O'Connell Street, Sligo, Sligo, Ireland

    Join this free walking tour of Sligo and discover Sligo’s historical, musical, sporting and cultural gems. Your experienced and professional guide will entertain you on this two hour tour which departs every Wednesday to Saturday at 3.00pm between July and September. The tour departs from the Discover Ireland Tourist Information Centre at the top of […]

  • 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 […]

  • South Sligo Summer School

    Tubbercurry

    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 […]

  • 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
  • Cleveragh Junior Parkrun

    Cleveragh Junior Parkrun, opposite Sligo Sports Complex.

    Cleveragh Junior parkrun is a free, non- competitive weekly 2km event aimed for children ( 4-14 years old) of all abilities. Our goal is to promote exercise, fun, and family bonding. Kids can run, skip, walk, and jump around our scenic course located at the Cleveragh sports pitches. Parents and guardians are encouraged to join […]

  • 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 […]

  • Seisiún 2025 Traditional Music Show – A Music Trail Through Ireland

    Yeats Building Sligo, Ireland

    Summer Seisiún 2025 Traditional Music Show - A Music Trail Through Ireland returns to entertain locals and visitors on Thursday evenings @7:30pm, throughout July and August in the historic surroundings of The Yeats Building Sligo (July 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th & August 11th, 18th, and 25th) featuring CCÉ Fred Finn’s finest young musicians & dancers. Comhaltas' […]

    €10