Set against the harsh poverty and difficult times of 1950s Ireland “Sive” tells the story of an illegitimate 18-year old girl being forced into an arranged marriage with an elderly man by her relatives. Sive lives with her uncle, his mother and his bitter wife. She is in love with a local young man, but […]
Set against the harsh poverty and difficult times of 1950s Ireland “Sive” tells the story of an illegitimate 18-year old girl being forced into an arranged marriage with an elderly man by her relatives. Sive lives with her uncle, his mother and his bitter wife. She is in love with a local young man, but […]
The David O’Doherty of comedy is back! Having trained his body and mind to the point of peak perfection, he has used a very nice pen to write a new concert of talking and songs. Now it’s time to say it out loud. He’s got fresh batteries for his keyboard and a splendid new hat. […]
The amazing Strandhill People's Market operates out of the unique venue of Hangar 1 at Sligo Airport in Strandhill, just a few short minutes stroll from the beachfront. Every Sunday from 11am to 4pm the market opens its doors selling an array of local crafts, foods and textiles. The Western region as a whole is […]
Calling all book clubs and book lovers! The An Post Irish Book Awards showcases a diverse mix of outstanding writing from new and established Irish writers. Join us as we celebrate some of the nominees from 2024 based in the North West. Kevin Barry and Seamus O’Rourke will tell us about their nominated books The […]
“Art is long... Life is short” AN EVENING OF MUSIC BY RYUICHI SAKAMOTO CURATED AND PERFORMED BY RUTH MCGINLEY. Composer, pianist, record producer, and actor Ryuichi Sakamoto is perhaps best known for the score of the 1983 movie Merry Christmas, Mr Lawrence which starred David Bowie. “As a music maker and curious explorer of the […]
Hawk's Well Theatre is very pleased to welcome Bell X1 back for a special acoustic performance on Saturday 4th October! The show will feature songs from across the band's catalogue, with Heron Red joining them on the night.
“Reeling In the Showband Years” returns to The Hawks Well, for It’s Record Breaking 14th Year! The Smash Hit Showband Show “Reeling In the Showband Years” has been a huge nationwide hit for the past 13 years, and we are delighted to say it returns once again to The Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo for it's […]
Sligo Academy of Music Teachers and Students, past and present, host a very special evening of music on Saturday the 12th of April 2024 at 8.30pm featuring the Sinfonietta, Jazz Orchestra, Junior Orchestra, Perfect Harmonies Choir, SAM Harp Ensemble, Sligo Community Orchestra and performances by the SAM Tutors. This musical extravaganza will cater for all […]
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 […]
A special group of Irish men and women have been responsible for preservation of the tradition of Irish ballad singing over the past 50 years. Derek Warfield is a distinguished name among them. Derek Warfield and They Young Wolfe Tones are bringing that musical tradition forward with a reverence for Ireland’s past and the energy […]
Tue. 15 Apr. – Sat. 21 Jun. 2025 12 – 3pm | Exhibition Preview 3 – 4pm | Julianknxx in conversation with writer and creative producer, Debo Amon 4 – 5pm | Drinks Reception The Model is delighted to present Chorus in Rememory of Flight, an immersive multi-screen film installation, across six gallery spaces, by […]
The Castle to Cave Camino is returning on 19th April 2025. Full details will be announced in due course.
Sat. 19 Apr. – Sat. 21 Jun. 2025 The Model is delighted to present a new film work by the artist, Marianne Keating, entitled No Irish Need Apply, which has been commissioned by The Model especially for The Niland Collection. This single-channel film examines the realities of Irish migration to England during the twentieth century. The […]
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 […]
The Amatis Trio: Happy Birthday, Dr. Wilson! Fri. 4 Oct. 2024 7.30pm €20 / €10 (conc.) / €10 U-18s Lea Hausmann violin Samuel Shepherd cello Mengjie Han piano Programme: Beethoven Piano Trio op. 1 no. 3 Ian Wilson Spilliaert’s Beach Mendelssohn Piano Trio No. 1 Followed by Birthday Cake and Cava! All welcome. Sponsored by Sligo County […]
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 […]
Medb’s Dragon Warriors, with the support of Power to Change, will host the Uisce Álainn Event on the Garavogue River and Lough Gill on Saturday, 3rd May 2025. The event will open with the Awakening the Dragon and Dotting of the Eye Ceremony followed by a commemorative Flower Ceremony. The Awakening of the Dragon Ceremony, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Seven Letters is a heartfelt tribute to the everyday women who navigate life carrying the weight of memories on their hearts. These women have faced love, abandonment, hope, and heartbreak, yet they persist, often finding strength through wit and laughter. The play poignantly reminds us that while our youth slips away too quickly, the passage of […]
The Change Your Mind Festival returns to the Hawk’s Well Theatre on Saturday 5 October for a full day of inspiring talks, wellbeing sessions, and activities for all ages. This free mental health and wellbeing event is open to everyone and offers a space to learn, connect, and recharge. This year’s programme features a powerful lineup of speakers, including Dr. Harry […]
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
