Donegal has a rich and diverse calendar of annual events and festivals. The challenge here is what to choose! Content literally ranges from seafood and surfing, to music, arts and bluegrass.
The Mary From Dungloe International Arts Festival is one of Ireland’s longest-running and most celebrated cultural festivals, held annually in Dungloe, County Donegal. The Mary From Dungloe International Arts Festival is one of Ireland’s longes...
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27th of July to 31st of July Fleadh Cheoil Chill Chartha (the Kilcar Fleadh) is an annual celebration of traditional Irish music, song, and dance held in the Gaeltacht village of Chill Chartha, Co. Dhun na nGall. The 2026 festival runs from Mon...
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Join me, Joanne,your local Failte Ireland approved guide, on a walking tour of Letterkenny. Let me show you the places the guide books don't tell you about and hear the stories of the local characters who shaped the town.On a leisurely stroll thr...
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The Muff Féile is a popular annual community festival in Muff, County Donegal, typically held over the August Bank Holiday weekend. It serves as a modern reimagining of the traditional Muff Festival, featuring a vibrant lineup of live music, famil...
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As the oldest continually running folk and traditional music festival in Ireland, Ballyshannon once again prepares to welcome audiences to the vibrant heart of County Donegal. This year's program promises an unforgettable celebration featuring a m...
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1st–8th August — Wild Atlantic Festival 2026! Get ready for a fantastic week of creativity, culture, music, and fun at the Wild Atlantic Festival. Table Loom Weaving Classes, Basket Weaving Workshops, Art Painting Classes, Bird & River Walks, Ph...
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Join in for a celebration of rural life and community spirit at the Gleann Cholm Cille Agricultural Show, an event with a rich history dating back to the early fifties. Originally established by the late Fr. James Mc Dyer, this show was once one o...
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The Clonmany Festival is Ireland's longest-running family festival, featuring open-air live music, daytime family activities, and late-night sessions. It takes place from Sunday, August 2 to Sunday, August 9, 2026, in Clonmany Village, County ...
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• 📅 Date: Monday, August 3rd • 📍 Location: Murvagh, Co. Donegal • ⏰ Time: Racing starts at 2:00 PM sharp • 🎟️ Admission: €10 (Cash only) 🏇🏇 The countdown is on for the Ballintra Races. A fantastic Bank Holiday tradition returns to Murvag...
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7th of August to 9th of August Féile Árainn Mhór, Rose of Arranmore Festival Three day community festival on Arranmore Island. Sea Fishing competition on Friday the 7th August. There's a Fair day on Saturday the 8th August. On Sunday the 9t...
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Fair Day & Festival We have so much planned with loads happening for everyone to enjoy! As well as our main Festival and Fair Day events, there will be activities taking place throughout the week in the village, including an art exhibition, loc...
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The Killybegs Summer Festival 2026 is officially scheduled from Friday, 7th August to Sunday, 9th August 2026, bringing a massive weekend of live music, family activities, and community traditions to Ireland's premier fishing port. Live Music...
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