Wipeout Festival offers a vibrant and dynamic arts event on the grounds of the National Surf Centre in Strandhill which is welcoming and open to everyone in the community.
Wipeout aims to engage in diverse audiences through community outreach, to offer inclusive and accessible programming that connects artists and audiences, and to strengthen community ties by celebrating local artistic talent.
Their aim is to enhance Sligo’s cultural scene with a high-quality accessible arts event that encourages and inspires young people to engage in arts practice by involvement in a day long concert featuring young bands that are making it happen for themselves both locally and nationally.
The Festival is dedicated to showcasing emerging young independent musicians/bands playing original music. Wipeout Festival strives to promote innovative artists, giving them a platform both locally and nationally in the dynamic environment of the National Surf Centre, Strandhill.
Their ambition is to create an artist friendly Festival based on their knowledge of emerging artists. Wipeout Festival also strives to collaborate and celebrate Sligo Visual artists whose work is used as the backdrop for the event.
Focused on artistic excellence and making new music and visual art accessible to a wide audience, they strive to deliver meaningful cultural experiences that offer great value in our community, while celebrating the transformative power of the arts.
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- Admission fees: Free Admission
- Suitable for younger children: Yes
- Guide dogs: Permitted.
- Toilets: On-site.
- Accessibility: Fully accessible.
- Parking: Free car park and free coach parking.
About Strandhill
Strandhill is a remarkable village that boasts world class surf condition, a world class links golf course, a beautiful beach, stunning landscape and gorgeous cafes, bars and restaurants. It is home to the National Surf Centre where you can enjoy a hot shower, clean changing facilities and book surf lessons. They have a fabulous room available for hire that is ideal for corporate groups with a stunning sea view.
It’s name in Irish is An Leathros which loosely translates as ‘The half promontory’ and it is just a short distance from Sligo town. You can hop on the S2 bus which connects it with Sligo town and on to Rosses Point village. Sligo Airport is based here along with remote working hubs and festivals and events regularly held throughout the year.
This is a fantastic coastal seaside location and always popular with families. Please note that swimming is forbidden on Strandhill beach due to the extremely dangerous rip tides.
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