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.
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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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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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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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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The Wait is Over: Milford is Back on the Festival Map! Get ready to make history! For the first time in two decades, the heartbeat of Donegal is cranking up the volume. From Friday, August 7th to Sunday, August 9th, 2026, the unforgettable Milford...
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Summer Sessions is an exciting festival series taking place Live At The Big Top, near Kiltoy Roundabout in Letterkenny. Set for Summer 2025, the event will feature a lineup of both Irish and international artists, delivering a diverse mix of perfo...
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Ardara Show is a fun-filled day with events and surprises for all ages. Livestock, machinery, food, live music, FREE Kids entertainment, Craft Stalls and Exhibitors and much more! – there’s something to interest everyone. With an emphasis on the ...
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15th to 23rd August 2026 10:00 AM Event Summary Stories in Stones – Inishowen Heritage Festival 2026 is a new festival taking place during National Heritage Week from 15–23 August 2026. The festival celebrates the rich natural, cultural an...
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The 2026 Ballyshannon Agricultural show takes place on Sunday 16th August. Judging Times: Cattle from 10.30am; Horse and Ponies from 11am; Sheep from 11am; Poultry from 11am; Marquee Judging from 11am Marquee will be closed for Judging to take pl...
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The Killybegs Classic Car Show (also known as the Albert Kyles Memorial Classic Car Show) takes place on Sunday, August 16, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Mooney Boats Ltd on the Shore Road in Killybegs, County Donegal. Event Details Date...
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