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.

Leitir Corn Mill Family Day – Heritage Week 2026. Come along to Leitir Corn Mill, Kilcar, Co. Donegal for a fun Family Day during Heritage Week 2026. Enjoy the launch of our new Virtual Reality Tour, take a free guided tour of the mill (ever...
Continue Reading8pm 28th August 2026 The Old Chapel Sessions brings together musicians, singers, poets and performers of all genres for a welcoming, family-friendly, alcohol-free evening of live entertainment. Whether you're a performer, a music lover or simpl...
Continue ReadingThe musical is inspired by the patchwork quilt Love Across The Waves created by the Arranmore and Tir Boghaine Women's Groups. It explores life in Donegal during the early 19th century, focusing on the romance between Matthew Lyons from Teelin and...
Continue ReadingThe Tunney family and guests will launch a new edition of Paddy Tunney's Where Songs Do Thunder, their father's classic, 1990s' song memoir. The Tunney family and guests will launch a new edition of Paddy Tunney's Where Songs Do Thunder, their ...
Continue ReadingThe Monte Challenge is a multi-sport adventure race in Donegal combining running, cycling, and mountain trekking across different course options. Full Event Description The ‘Monte Challenge’ is Mountcharles’ first ever adventure race and was h...
Continue ReadingAug 30, 2026 01:00 PM Event Summary Join us for an action-packed afternoon at the Bundoran RNLI and Emergency Services Open Day, now in its 6th year! This free, family-friendly event is your chance to meet the heroes behind the uniforms and...
Continue Reading3rd of September to 13th of September 2026 The Glenties Harvest Fair Festival 2026 takes place from Friday, September 4 to Sunday, September 13, 2026, with the main traditional Harvest Fair Day on Saturday, September 12, 2026.The multi-day fest...
Continue Reading5th to 6th September 2026 Start Time 12:00 PM Donegal’s family-friendly festival returns on the 5th & 6th September 2026, with a line-up that includes an impressive list of musical talent. With two very different line-ups across two stages, thi...
Continue ReadingThe musical is inspired by the patchwork quilt Love Across The Waves created by the Arranmore and Tir Boghaine Women's Groups. It explores life in Donegal during the early 19th century, focusing on the romance between Matthew Lyons from Teelin and...
Continue ReadingDune 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 endurance and spirit. The Dun...
Continue ReadingGet ready, Buncrana! A brand-new country music experience is arriving as Crana Country Sessions – Episode 1 takes over The Plaza, Buncrana on Friday, 18th September 2026, as part of the celebrations for Culture Night. This promises to be an unforg...
Continue ReadingThe Saltwater Festival in Bundoran, County Donegal, runs from September 30 to October 4, 2026. It celebrates Atlantic surf culture with an international surf competition at The Peak, live music acts across local venues, art exhibitions, wellness s...
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