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Bloomsday in Donegal: Literary Tradition Meets Timeless Tweed

Every year on June 16th, literary lovers across the world celebrate Bloomsday, a day dedicated to James Joyce’s iconic novel Ulysses and its unforgettable protagonist, Leopold Bloom. While Dublin may claim centre stage in Joyce’s epic, Donegal offers a unique and distinctly stylish way to celebrate the day—with its legendary Donegal Tweed.
 
Imagine tracing Joyce’s steps, or curling up with Ulysses, wrapped in the rich texture of handwoven tweed. Here in Donegal, tradition isn’t just celebrated—it’s worn.

Brian Friel Centenary for Region this August

An unprecedented five-year theatrical celebration building to the centenary of one of Ireland’s great literary figures, Brian Friel (1929-2015), will begin this summer.  FrielDays - A Homecoming will begin with a 35^th anniversary production of his most celebrated play, Dancing at Lughnasa, staged just fifty metres from the house in which it is set, and close with a combined 50^th anniversary celebration of the work of Ireland’s greatest poet – and Friel’s close friend - Seamus Heaney.
 

14 Blue Flags awarded to Donegal for 2025!

Donegal County Council once again welcomes the announcement that the county has the second highest tally of Blue Flag beaches in the country with Donegal and Kerry local authorities awarded the most Blue Flags for 2025 with 14 for each county.
 

2025 Inishowen Visitor Map Guide launched at Doagh Famine Village

Go Visit Inishowen are delighted to announce that their new look Visitor Guide is now available. In a first for the Inishowen tourism organisation, the guide takes the form of an easy to use fold out map, as demanded by the trade, with listing of the majority tourist offer in the region.

Discovering Donegal by Camper Van

There’s a special kind of magic to Donegal when you see it through a camper van windscreen. This wild, unspoiled county on Ireland’s northwest coast offers stunning sea cliffs, sleepy harbours, golden beaches, and winding roads that seem to lead straight into a postcard. Over one week, two travellers packed up their van and hit the Wild Atlantic Way to explore Donegal’s camper-friendly sites, spectacular scenery, and community-driven tourism.

The result? A road trip rich in memories—and full of practical lessons for anyone thinking of doing the same.