Fri. 5 Jun. 2026 10am – 12pm New and expectant mums are invited to come and join Michelle Doherty’s Bump & Baby meet-ups on the first Friday of every month. Have a cuppa and connect with new parents in the pleasant surroundings of The Model café. Explore the gallery exhibitions, The Niland Collection, our early […]
Every Friday, 10.30am – 1pm *No session on Fri. 22 May* Join this social gathering of creative practitioners to further your drawing skills in the inspirational surroundings of The Model. With a life model in situ, you can hone your drawing skills or simply come along to enjoy drawing with others. Graphite & Easel offers a supportive […]
The 11th Annual Sligo Camino takes place on Saturday, 4th July 2026, offering a spectacular 32.5km walking experience from Dromahair in County Leitrim to Coolaney in County Sligo. Following sections of the scenic Sligo Way, this challenging trek guides participants through a rich mix of forest trails, quiet tracks and country lanes, revealing some of […]
Inspired by the creative energy of Ireland’s Northwest, Cairde Sligo Arts Festival is a unique coming together of artists and audiences. It is a celebration of imagination and shared experience that welcomes all. Cairde Sligo Arts Festival works across three main areas: Festival Programme: They present an 8-day multidisciplinary arts festival each year in July […]
Saturdays, 11 am June – August 2026 €15 pp (children go free) | Limited spaces, pre-booking required Explore the artistic journey of Jack Butler Yeats at The Model with an expert guided tour that showcases highlights from the Niland Collection. This experience unveils Yeats's transformation from early illustrations to his impactful late oil paintings, revealing […]
Sat. 4 Jul. 2026, 3.30pm – 11.30pm Screening | Visual Art | Dance Admission Free, suggested donation of €10 with proceeds going to Medical Aid for Palestinians Referencing the 1935 novel They Shoot Horses, Don’t They?, which tells the story of gruelling dance competitions as a form of entertainment during the Great Depression, they shoot horses was a […]
Sat. 4 Jul. 2026, 11.30pm Admission Free To celebrate the opening of Cairde Sligo Arts Festival and following Phil Collins’ durational film event they shoot horses, Cairde and The Model are delighted to present Select. Select is a Sligo based, grassroots collective and club night pushing underground dance music on Ireland’s west coast made up of notjack and […]
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 […]
Every Friday, 10.30am – 1pm *No session on Fri. 22 May* Join this social gathering of creative practitioners to further your drawing skills in the inspirational surroundings of The Model. With a life model in situ, you can hone your drawing skills or simply come along to enjoy drawing with others. Graphite & Easel offers a supportive […]
Saturdays, 11 am June – August 2026 €15 pp (children go free) | Limited spaces, pre-booking required Explore the artistic journey of Jack Butler Yeats at The Model with an expert guided tour that showcases highlights from the Niland Collection. This experience unveils Yeats's transformation from early illustrations to his impactful late oil paintings, revealing […]
South Sligo Summer School (Scoil Samhraidh Shligigh Theas) is a long-running cultural festival and educational programme dedicated to traditional Irish arts, held each year in Tubbercurry, County Sligo. At its heart, it is a week-long summer school focused on traditional Irish music, song, and dance, welcoming participants of all ages and skill levels. Founded in […]
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 […]
Join Party Time Events for a Retro Carnival Evening filled with laughter, games, and unforgettable memories! Get ready for a blast from the past with old skool interactive carnival games perfect for kids, parents, and even grandparents! From classic challenges to quirky surprises, there’s something for every generation to enjoy together. Free to attend Fun […]
The Ballygawley Music Festival is now a four-night annual event held in Ballygawley Village, Co. Sligo, attracting music fans from Ireland, the UK, and Europe. Founded in 2019, the festival is organized by local volunteers and is known for its high-quality performances, lively atmosphere, and community spirit. The festival is for over 18s and includes […]
The Wipeout Festival in Strandhill, Co. Sligo is a free, summer event that blends live music, local art, and surf culture right by the Atlantic at the National Surf Centre. Usually held in mid-July, it showcases emerging Irish bands in a relaxed outdoor setting during the day, with additional gigs and after-parties in nearby pubs […]
Every Friday, 10.30am – 1pm *No session on Fri. 22 May* Join this social gathering of creative practitioners to further your drawing skills in the inspirational surroundings of The Model. With a life model in situ, you can hone your drawing skills or simply come along to enjoy drawing with others. Graphite & Easel offers a supportive […]
Saturdays, 11 am June – August 2026 €15 pp (children go free) | Limited spaces, pre-booking required Explore the artistic journey of Jack Butler Yeats at The Model with an expert guided tour that showcases highlights from the Niland Collection. This experience unveils Yeats's transformation from early illustrations to his impactful late oil paintings, revealing […]
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 […]
Returning for the second year this globally celebrated event invites players of all ages, and abilities to enjoy casual games of chess in a welcoming, social atmosphere. Including a a beginner-friendly workshop, a simultaneous exhibition, and an exciting blitz tournament. Tables, chairs, and chess sets are provided. Free to attend. Event Build - 10am Event Start - […]
Summer School Sligo International Jazz Summer School is a 6 day event featuring workshops, masterclasses and jam sessions with some of the world’s finest jazz educators and musicians. Jazz Festival Previous festival acts have included Mike Stern/ Victor Wooten Band, Dhafer Youssef, Kenny Werner, Avishai Cohen, Yellowjackets, Christian Scott, The Bad Plus and many more. […]
The 67th Yeats International Summer School is a distinguished annual literary gathering held in Sligo, dedicated to celebrating the life, work, and legacy of W. B. Yeats, one of Ireland’s most influential poets and a Nobel Laureate in Literature. Now in its 67th year, the summer school brings together scholars, students, and literature enthusiasts from […]
An Evening with Joanna Sweeney & Friends at the Coleman Traditional Irish Music Centre Join acclaimed traditional musician Joanna Sweeney for a special evening of music at the Coleman Traditional Irish Music Centre, Gurteen, where she will be joined by an outstanding lineup of talented musicians: Padraic Collins, Junior Davey, Cliodhna Quinlan, and Mark Murphy. Together, this exceptional group brings a wealth […]
Set along the sweeping Atlantic shoreline, the Black Pig Festival is the heartbeat of summer in the seaside village of Enniscrone, drawing locals and visitors together each year for a lively celebration of community, culture and coastal life. Held at the end of July, the festival transforms the town into a vibrant hub of music, […]
Every Friday, 10.30am – 1pm *No session on Fri. 22 May* Join this social gathering of creative practitioners to further your drawing skills in the inspirational surroundings of The Model. With a life model in situ, you can hone your drawing skills or simply come along to enjoy drawing with others. Graphite & Easel offers a supportive […]
