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.
15 March - 31st December 2024, Donegal Town. In 2024, Donegal Town will mark its 550th Birthday. Its origins can be traced back to 1474, when Lady Nuala O'Donnell established a Franciscan Abbey on the shores of Donegal Bay. Around the same tim...
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15th March - 28th October 2024 Join us as Oideas Gael celebrates 40 years of Irish language courses and cultural activity holidays for adults in the Donegal Gaeltacht! Oideas Gael in Gleann Cholm Cille, County Donegal, offers highly-acclaime...
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2024 Donegal Garden Trail Our beautiful parks and gardens offer visitors a delightful and unique experience of the magical Donegal environment. At 17 locations throughout the County you are welcome to explore parks and gardens, some open to v...
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1st May - 1st October 2024 Embark on an unforgettable journey through Donegal's diverse wonders with our Wildlife and Music Trails! Discover the hidden treasures of the marine world as you explore pristine coastlines and observe diverse sea lif...
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Donegal Wild Atlantic Tour - July 2024 Tuesday – July 16th - 10am Wednesday – July 17th - 10am Saturday – July 20th - 10am Your Local Qualified Guide - John, will take you on the tour visiting: Killybegs, Slieve League, Glencolmci...
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21st - 22nd September 2024, Arranmore Island Presents: Begley, Buckley & Friends Country Music Weekend on Arranmore Island Featuring: Jimmy Buckley & Band Philomena Begley Paul Kelly & Band Aidan Quinn Jack Keogh Conor O Donnell Sha...
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21st September 2024 Dune Run Bundoran: Conquer the Coastal Challenge Join us for an exhilarating coastal adventure along the stunning shores of Bundoran, Co. Donegal, where sand, sea, and determination converge in the ultimate test of endura...
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September 21st 2024 Excel Sports’ Seven Sisters Skyline 55km, 30km & 16km event has become Ireland’s premier mountain running event. It is also Ireland’s largest with its 500 participants. The event is run on a world class route which featured ...
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22nd September 2024 The Fall Equinox — the inaugural day of autumn. Unlock the Universe. This day stands out as both hemispheres bask in an equal amount of daylight and darkness, symbolising a perfect celestial balance. It's a moment wh...
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22nd September 2024 This event provides 100 supported sessions (up to 1 hour) to Liquid Therapy participants aged between 6 to 16 years who have a diagnosis. It is important that you note the time you have booked: We provide all the equip...
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25th September 2024 Now in its fifth year, #LoveDonegal day is an important event in the calendar for the region as it gives everyone with a connection to Donegal an opportunity to enjoy, celebrate and love Donegal. Together on 25th of Septe...
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27th September - 5th October 2024 9 days/nights of dancing and romancing at the Allingham Arms Hotel The Northwest Matchmaking Festival will take place at the Allingham Arms Hotel in Bundoran from Friday 27th September 2024 until Saturday 5t...
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