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.
5 September – 3 October 2026 From Jeff Koons to Johnny Six Legs: RCC Opens Up Donegal’s Public Collections in an Exhibition Everyone Can Be Part Of Works by major international artists, leading Donegal artists and even a six-legged sheep w...
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Lace up your walking boots and save the dates! The Inishowen Walking Festival returns this September, bringing together communities, nature lovers, and outdoor enthusiasts for a week-long celebration of the magnificent landscapes across the Penins...
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Get 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...
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Friends in Low Places, Thunder Rolls, The Dance, Beaches of Cheyenne, Unanswered Prayers & All of Garth’s Biggest Hits. Friends in Low Places, Thunder Rolls, The Dance, Beaches of Cheyenne, Unanswered Prayers & All of Garth’s Biggest Hits are p...
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The Johnny Doherty Festival 2026 Fri 25th September - Sun 27th September 2026 Various Times Ardara The Johnny Doherty Festival 2026 Ardara, Co. Donegal Friday 25th – Sunday 27th September Ardara will once again be buzzing with the...
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The 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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Join us at the Balor Arts Centre for A Night to Remember - an evening of music, community and celebration in aid of the St. Joseph’s Bus Fund. Featuring local musicians and singers, a very special original song launch, plus a fun raffle during ...
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8pm Saturday 3rd October 2026 Owen Colgan, Adam Mogey, & Gerard Ryan perform live at Lifford Old Courthouse for a night of comedy hosted by Ronan Boyle. Owen Colgan is an Irish comedian, actor and content creator, best known as Billy “Buzz” ...
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Cuirfidh RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta agus Ceolfhoireann Coirme RTÉ ceolchoirm speisialta ar stáitse a dhéanann ceiliúradh ar na hamhráin is ansa leis na Gaeil, amhráin a mhol an lucht éisteachta sa bhfeachtas #AmhranRnaG ar an gclár Cóisir Cheoil. Is...
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In honour of Frances Browne our Literary Festival celebrates and supports writers, artists and musicians - new, established and unjustly forgotten - who add to the richness of her legacy. The 2026 Festival will take place from 8th to 11th October.
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Experience an unforgettable candlelit 3-course dinner and show, starring Vladimir Jablokov, Rachel Croash, Sean Costello & Exquisite Dance. Experience an unforgettable evening at the Villa Rose Hotel where the magic of Broadway, Vienna, opera a...
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We are delighted to welcome you to another exciting Wainfest programme, packed with opportunities to read, create, discover, and have fun. Activities will take place in libraries, schools, community venues and outdoor locations across the county, ...
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