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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.     

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Oideas Gael - Irish Language & Culture

Discover Ireland's unique language and culture with our immersive and engaging learning holidays. Since its foundation in 1984, Oideas Gael has attracted tens of thousands of participants to its highly-acclaimed adult Irish language courses and...

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Rossnowlagh Farmers Market

Every Friday (10am - 1pm) and Saturday (1pm - 4pm) through the Summer Rossnowlagh Farmers Market A Hidden Gem on the Wild Atlantic Way Discover one of Donegal’s best-kept secrets - Rossnowlagh Farmers Market, held every Friday in the heart of ...

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Working Over By

Every Wednesday @ 1:30pm from 16th July - 13th August ‘Working Over By’ is an exclusive performance set in the 1950's. This tells the story of Marie as she travels from Donegal to Scotland in search of work. The pain of parting from her...

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FRIELDAYS – A HOMECOMING 2025-2029

An unprecedented five-year theatrical celebration building to the centenary of one of Ireland’s great literary figures, Brian Friel (1929-2015), beginning with a 35th anniversary production of his most celebrated play, Dancing at Lughnasa, staged ...

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The Rose of Arranmore

The Rose of Arranmore Festival is an annual event held on Arranmore Island, County Donegal, Ireland, celebrating local culture and community spirit. After a 17-year hiatus, the festival was revived in August 2023 and has since become a highlight o...

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Donegal Scotland Event

It will begin at 10am in the Regional Cultural Centre with a guided tour of Simon Murphy’s Govanhill Exhibition and then continue for some light refreshments in the Museum. After, the group will see a Living History Performance that has been commi...

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13th Annual Arranmore Country Fest

13th Annual Arranmore Country Fest Donegal's Original Island Country Music Festival featuring Jimmy Buckley & Band Patrick Feeney & Band Mick Flavin & Band Ryan Turner Band Rachael McConnell & Band Paul Kelly Conor O Donnell Laure...

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Bundoran RNLI & Emergency Services Open Day

24th August 2025 @ 1-4pm Join the volunteer crew of Bundoran RNLI as well as volunteers and staff of local emergency services like Bundoran Fire & Rescue, An Garda Siochana, the National Ambulance Service and more who will be displaying their ...

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Donegal Camino - 7 Day Walking Festival

The 5th Donegal Camino opens on Donegal Camino Sunday, the 31st of August at Shrove Beach, Inishowen. The opening walk is a stunning loop walk of the spectacular Inishowen Head with gorgeous views of Lough Foyle and Lough Swilly. Day 2, Mo...

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Cabaret @ Harvey's Point

Experience the sensational return of Harvey's Point Cabaret in 2025! Join Eamonn Gillespie for an unforgettable night filled with dazzling performances and exquisite cuisine. Our handpicked selection of exceptional talents guarantees a jam-packed ...

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Saltwater

The Saltwater Festival celebrates Ireland’s vibrant surf culture along the iconic Atlantic stretch from Easkey in Sligo, Strandhill, Bundoran to Rossnowlagh in Donegal, with a weekend packed full of world-class events and coastal experiences. The ...

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Digital Nomad Conference & Fest Ireland 2025

🎉 NomadÉire Digital Nomad Conference & Fest 2025 📍 Location: Inishowen, Donegal, Ireland 📅 Dates: September 13–20, 2025 🎟 Book Your Ticket Now NomadÉire is back in Donegal by popular demand! Join us for an unforgettable 7-day experience ...

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