Festivals & Events in Donegal

The Saltwater Festival celebrates Ireland’s vibrant surf culture along the iconic Atlantic stretch from Easkey in Sligo, Strandhill, Bundoran to Rossnowlagh in Donegal, with a weekend packed full of world-class events and coastal experiences. The festival features the WSL Junior Pro in Bundoran, where the next generation of global surf talent will take on the legendary Peak, alongside the European…

Something spectacular is coming to Letterkenny this May Bank Holiday..!! Circus Vegas returns to Neil T Blaney Rd this bank holiday May with our all new 2025 productions with acts never seen before in Letterkenny. The only show you can see the amazing wheel of death, Los Sanchez with their High wire presentation. Our Insane FMX riders with death defying tricks as they soar through the roof…

All new 2025 production including our Freestyle Motocross Team, Globe of death riders ft. only female rider in Ireland and much more. Circus Vegas is returning to Letterkenny for the May Bank Holiday with a brand new 2025 production featuring acts that will blow you away.. -Our insane FMX riders defying gravity flying through the big top. - Our incredible globe riders featuring the only fem…

Join us for Whispers Beyond the Veil, an intimate night of spiritual connection and psychic insight with Fiona, the North of Ireland's leading Psychic and Spiritualist Medium. From a young age, Fiona has been gifted with the ability to sense, hear, and see beyond the physical world. Now, she invites you to experience the magic of the etheric realms firsthand.

Experience a full evening of fine cuisine and entertainment at our new Summer Sound Entertainment Program! Join Eamonn Gillespie for an unforgettable night filled with dazzling performances and exquisite food. Our handpicked selection of exceptional talents guarantees a memorable evening! Harvey's Point is best known for its spectacular Cabaret nights, however, our Summer Sounds Entertainmen…

23rd - 25th May 2025 Spread across three days in May, the first edition of Wile Craic Comedy Festival will see some of the top comedy talent Ireland has to offer descend on the shores of the Swilly for the first time. Wile Craic Comedy Festival 23rd - 25th May 2025 Buncrana, Co. Donegal Featuring some of the best comics from across Ireland, Wile Craic is Buncrana’s answer to the Fringe Fes…

Join us at The Termon Complex Pettigo Sunday 25th May for a fun filled afternoon with something for all the family. With registrations for vintage vehicles from 1pm - entry for all others from 2pm. A fun filled afternoon with lots to offer. Vintage Show of Cars, Tractors & Bikes, Vintage Displays, Stalls Family Fun - face painting, Bouncy Castles, Live Music Dog Show on the day also. …

Tanya McCole returns to Lifford Old Courthouse for a third time after two sensational performaces in 2023 & 2024! John Prine says........“The world should know about Tanya McCole. I love her voice. She is authentic in every way - and a great road buddy too. Go Tanya, Go!” (January 2019) Tanya McCole grew up in the unique village that is Ardara, Co. Donegal, Ireland. Having moved to Lo…

The Lennon Festival, an annual celebration in the heart of our vibrant community, is set to return in 2025 with an exciting lineup of events, performances, and activities for everyone to enjoy. This year, we're bringing together world-class entertainment, thrilling competitions, and cherished traditions that will make this festival an unforgettable experience. Join us from July 4th to July 14th, 2…

Live in the Marquee is an Annual 3 day fun family festival held in the Diamond, Carndonagh. 🎉 Join the Fun at Live in the Marquee Carndonagh🎉 The Carndonagh Traders Association invites everyone to a weekend packed with community spirit, exciting games, and live music! From Friday, 10th July to Sunday, 13th July, The Diamond in Carndonagh will be transformed into a vibrant hub of activity and…

12th - 26th July 2025 - Donegal's premier summer event, Earagail Arts Festival invites you to the most northern part of the Wild Atlantic Way from 12th - 26th July 2025. From innovative theatre, street arts and circus in national parks, forests and castles to world class concerts in state-of-the art venues, our unique programme reaches out across County Donegal, Earagail Arts Festival is the on…

15th July 2025- Chapterhouse Theatre's Irish tour of Alice's Adventures of Wonderland comes to Rathmullan House for an afternoon of fun filled open-air family theatre. Alice's Adventures in Wonderland By Lewis Carroll, adapted by Laura Turner When young Alice tumbles into a fantastical world of talking caterpillars, mad hatters, and evil queens with only the white rabbit to guide her, she m…

The 58th Mary From Dungloe International Arts Festival 2025 is back from July 26th to August 4th, bringing ten days of vibrant cultural, family, musical events to the heart of Dungloe, County Donegal. The Mary From Dungloe International Arts Festival is a celebration of Irish Culture, Arts, Music, Song and Dance held every year in July/August . The 10 day festival culminates in the crowning of th…

The Rose of Arranmore Festival is an annual event held on Arranmore Island, County Donegal, Ireland, celebrating local culture and community spirit. After a 17-year hiatus, the festival was revived in August 2023 and has since become a highlight of the island's social calendar. ​ The festival spans several days and features a variety of activities. Festivities typically commence with angling …

13th Annual Arranmore Country Fest Donegal's Original Island Country Music Festival featuring Jimmy Buckley & Band Patrick Feeney & Band Mick Flavin & Band Ryan Turner Band Rachael McConnell & Band Paul Kelly Conor O Donnell Lauren McCrory Paddy Tracey 23rd & 24th August 2025 20 Hours of Music and Dancing to Ireland's Top Country Acts. Annual Jiving Competition Late f…

The 5th Donegal Camino opens on Donegal Camino Sunday, the 31st of August at Shrove Beach, Inishowen. The opening walk is a stunning loop walk of the spectacular Inishowen Head with gorgeous views of Lough Foyle and Lough Swilly. Day 2, Monday, Sept 1st, takes walkers from Leenan Keel Beach on the Inishowen Penisnsula up onto the Urris Hills for another glorious, albeit strenuous walk bef…

Experience the sensational return of Harvey's Point Cabaret in 2025! Join Eamonn Gillespie for an unforgettable night filled with dazzling performances and exquisite cuisine. Our handpicked selection of exceptional talents guarantees a jam-packed show that will leave you mesmerized. As we commemorate 25 years of Cabaret at Harvey's Point, we invite you to revel in a fabulous lineup that promise…

Formed in 2023, Big Love is a fully live six-piece Fleetwood Mac tribute show. This exciting two-hour show covers all the hits of the phenomenally-successful Buckingham-Nicks era of the band, as well as a reference back to the classic Peter Green line-up and is guaranteed to appeal to fans of all ages. ​ The band prides itself on quality performances from the Fleetwood Mac songbook, focused …

Love the sensational music of ‘ABBA’, combined with good food, drink and a great fun night out then the smash hit show – Voulez Vous – The Dinner Party is definitely the show for you and will have you partying like a Super Trouper! 13th September 2025 So do join our ‘West End’ singers for a wonderful night of entertainment –we will revive all of Abba’s chart-topping hits including: Mamma Mia, V…

18th October 2025 Trasna, an Irish folk duo from Clare and Limerick, has captivated audiences for six years with their multi-instrumental talent and innovative folk music, earning six Irish chart-topping hits. Trasna The Irish folk duo comprised of Ger O'Donnell from County Clare and Trevor Sexton from County Limerick, has been captivating audiences for six years with their rich and diverse …