Ballygawley Music Festival is one of the North-West's biggest music festival which was founded in 2019. Sligo's annual 3-night music festival which plays host to the best of Irish acts. A sell out in 2023, 2024 is likely to follow suit. Friday 19th July The Whistlin Donkeys & Sean Magee […]
Get ready for a night of pure musical bliss at the Ballygawley Music Festival, where the magic of Irish music comes alive! Ballygawley Music Festival are excited to present a fantastic lineup featuring the soulful tunes of Sean Magee and the high-energy performance of The Whistlin' Donkeys. Join them for an unforgettable evening filled with […]
Ballygawley Music Festival 2024 (SATURDAY) Lisa McHugh & Derek Ryan: Join Ballygawley Music Festival for an unforgettable evening of country music! They're thrilled to present the dynamic duo of Irish country sensations, Claudia Buckley and Derek Ryan, live on stage. Get ready to be swept away by Claudias captivating vocals and Derek's infectious energy as […]
Ballygawley Music Festival 2024 (SUNDAY) Johnny Brady & The High Kings Experience the grand finale of the Ballygawley Music Festival 2024 on Sunday with a spectacular lineup that promises an electrifying end to the weekend, featuring the powerhouse performance of Johnny Brady and the timeless harmonies of The High Kings. Get ready to be swept […]
International Summer School and Festival Sligo Jazz Project’s summer school, Europe’s premier jazz education event, encompasses a holistic learning and performance experience for musicians of all levels with some of the greatest musicians on the planet, providing participants with inspiration, education and entertainment in equal measure, with a festival completely immersed in the community in […]
The Black Pig Festival in Enniscrone is back for 2024 and promises to be a fantastic event featuring music, art, comedy, theatre, fun fair and much more. Held in the beautiful seaside town of Enniscrone on the Wild Atlantic Way between 25th and 29th July, the Black Pig Festival truly has something for everyone.
Join the multi-talented Irish traditional dancers and musicians Aaron and Ava Glancy. Ava is a skilled sean-nós dancer and fiddle player who has competed in Fleadhanna Ceoil competitions at every level. Aaron Glancy, her brother, is the reigning All Ireland Senior Button Accordion Champion and a sean-nós dancer.
Tread Softly takes place over the month of August. This festival is dedicated to working collaboratively with artists and communities, producing reflective signature events exploring our relationship with Sligo's landscape.
Community is at the heart of Tubbercurry Old Fair Day Festival this August Immerse yourself in the vibrant celebration of Tubbercurry's rich heritage and community spirit. The Tubbercurry Old Fair Day Festival returns for its 37th year with a packed programme of events. This August, the festival committee has joined with local community groups to […]
The highly anticipated Hagstravaganza Beer Festival returns for its 10th annual edition, promising an unforgettable celebration of craft beer and community. Scheduled to take place on August 10th, this year's festival is set to elevate the beer experience to new heights with over 50 beers, live music entertainment, and the best food in the west […]
Brothers David and Patrick Doocey on guitar and fiddle are originally from Boston, now living in Mayo. Stephen Doherty is a multi-instrumentalist from Foxford playing flute, accordion and whistles. This trio have performed with some of the top artists in the industry.
There is a host of fantastic events in Sligo for National Heritage Week which runs from Saturday 17th August through to Sunday 25th August.
John Taylor will be displaying some of his large range of historical artifacts in the Sligo Folk Park during heritage week, from Monday 19th to Friday 23rd of August. Entry is free and all are welcome.
John Taylor will be displaying some of his large range of historical artifacts in the Sligo Folk Park during heritage week, from Monday 19th to Friday 23rd of August. Entry is free and all are welcome.
John Taylor will be displaying some of his large range of historical artifacts in the Sligo Folk Park during heritage week, from Monday 19th to Friday 23rd of August. Entry is free and all are welcome.
Hugh Kelly and John Taylor will host a talk at 8pm Wednesday 21st August 2024 in Millview House at Sligo Folk Park in Riverstown. This will explore the link between Millview House and it's families with the local Church of Ireland. Entry is free and refreshments will be provided.
John Taylor will be displaying some of his large range of historical artifacts in the Sligo Folk Park during heritage week, from Monday 19th to Friday 23rd of August. Entry is free and all are welcome.
John Taylor will be displaying some of his large range of historical artifacts in the Sligo Folk Park during heritage week, from Monday 19th to Friday 23rd of August. Entry is free and all are welcome.
The Hawk's Well are delighted to announce the return of the ever-popular Trad@lunch lunchtime sessions which are free of charge and run from 1.10pm to 1.50pm. This series has been curated with support from Lisa Golden and featuring some of Ireland's most renowned musicians and rising stars.
From Ballintogher, Daithí Gormley is widely regarded as one of the best Button Accordion players of his generation, with a vast repertory rooted in the rich musical legacy of his home county. Elaine Reilly from Granard, County Longford, is one of the foremost tenor banjo players of her generation.
Presented in partnership with Cairde Sligo Arts Festival Curated by Dr. Julie Brazil The Wandering Gaze presents a collection of images relative to Travelling people in the work of Jack Butler Yeats. Highlighting Yeats’ keen observations of diversity amongst nomadic groups within Irish society in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the exhibition includes sketchbook drawings, […]
Presented in partnership with Cairde Sligo Arts Festival as part of the Hereditas Project Participating artists: Chloe McDonagh, Dave McDonagh, Francesca Hutchinson, Leanne McDonagh, Phien O’Phien and Tommy Rhattigan. Bafushia is a word from the Traveller Cant language that conveys a physically-bound term of forward movement. The exhibition title arose while exploring Jack Butler Yeats images of Travellers with Oein DeBhairduin and participants […]
Join Wild & Well Festival for a one-day celebration of community, creation, and holistic wellness in the majestic Wild West! Date: Saturday 7 Sept, 2024 Time: 10am -8pm Location: Annaghmore House, Collooney, Co. Sligo Wild & Well Festival is back for it's second year in Co. Sligo! With community at it's core and a diverse […]
