Apr 8
27th – 29th September 2019
Ardara
The Johnny Doherty Festival is a traditional music and dance festival held in Ardara to honour the late John Doherty, a legendary fiddler from the area. It comprises concerts, sessions, workshops, ceili dances, and many more informal events. > More
7th – 10th November 2019
Ballyshannon
Based in Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, Ireland, Allingham Arts Festival is a celebration of the life and works of one of our town’s most famous ancestors, writer and poet William Allingham and his wife, the fine artist, Helen Allingham. Each year sees their memory celebrated with events and workshops in poetry, creative writing, digital storytelling, art & design, fine art and singer songwriting. The festival is designed to inspire and showcase participants and lovers of the creative arts. >> Read More
28th – 29th June 2019
Buncrana, Inishowen
Buncrana Music Festival returns to Buncrana’s Shore Front in what is expected to be the biggest music event in the north west of the year.
13th – 16th September 2018
Dunfanaghy
The annual Dunfanaghy Jazz & Blues Festival will feature a series of free live gigs in pubs and bars throughout the village. > More
15th – 16th September 2018
Burt
There are numerous people of Irish ancestry in the worldwide Diaspora who deserve to be recognised in the Country of their ancestors and this award will acknowledge the achievements of those individuals. > Read More
27th September – 7th October 2018
Various locations in South & SW Donegal
The 18th annual Donegal Bay and Blue Stacks Festival runs in a host of towns, villages and rural communities throughout South and SW Donegal. > Read More
9th – 13th August 2018
Gaoth Dobhair
This Festival celebrates the musical and cultural heritage of Gaoth Dobhair. There are few areas in Ireland that can boast such a wealth of internationally renowned musical acts. > Read More
16th – 19th August 2018
Greencastle
Greencastle Regatta is one of the longest running Maritime Festivals in Ireland and it will be back again this year. It’s a fun packed festival celebrating our maritime heritage along the Foyle. > More
5th – 12th August 2018
Clonmany
This is Irelands longest running and best- known family festival is situated in the beautiful village of Clonmany. Year after year thousands of holidaymakers and locals alike enjoy the many events, live music, natural beauty and facilities, which go hand in hand with the festival. > More
3rd – 5th August 2018
Rathmullan
This year marks the 20th year of Rathmullan Community Festival. An enjoyable weekend of music and activities for all ages. Pre-Festival events are happening from Friday 27th July 2018. > Read More
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