Festivals & Events in Donegal

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…

3rd - 5th October @ 6pm Returning for a ninth consecutive year, Disappear Here Film Festival is back with another huge line-up of new Irish and world premieres to satisfy its increasingly growing audience. The festival returns with the programme for 2025 with its usual mix of screenings, talks and special events, including industry masterclasses in Screenwriting and a college graduate-focuse…

3 on the Bund bring powerful, contemporary energy to Irish trad with driving rhythms, rich arrangements, and deep roots. Fresh from international tours, they return with music that’s bold, vibrant, and unmistakably Irish. They will perform in Balor Arts Centre, Ballybofey on Wednesday 8th October 2025, with support from the brilliant Donegal musicians, Jack Houston and Joe Gibson. Founded in 20…

Through photography and film, The Lived Resistance offers a phenomenological portrait of protest in contemporary Ireland. This body of work does not seek to document from a distance, but rather to dwell inside the emotional, sensory, and symbolic layers of resistance. From marches and vigils to quiet, everyday gestures of defiance, Jacqui Devenney Reed captures the textures of protest—the worn…

The tenth Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter Literary Festival (15–20 October) celebrated literature, theatre, music, and film with a rich programme ranging from new drama and author talks to crime writing, poetry, competitions, and cultural events, honouring figures such as Jane Austen, John Steinbeck, and Brendan Behan while showcasing both established and emerging voices. Date: Wednesday, 15th Oc…

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 …

Saturday October 25th 12pm - 5pm A Spooky Family-Friendly Fun Day at Donegal Railway Museum One of Donegal’s favourite family Halloween events returns again this year with Donegal’s Railway Museum’s Halloween Ghost Train on Saturday 25th October, 12pm-5pm. Take a ride on the Ghost Train to meet the Witch, enjoy Halloween family activities, see our spooky model railways, play games, and rece…

Get ready for a frightfully fun HALLOWEEN SEASON FINALE! Halloween Spooktacular at Fintown Railway 🎃 Get ready for a frightfully fun HALLOWEEN SEASON FINALE! 👻 We're excited to announce that we'll be running trains on: 🎃Sunday 26th October 🎃Monday 27th October 🎃Tuesday 28th October 🎃Wednesday 29th October Trains will run each day at 5:00, 5:45, 6:30, 7:15 and 8:00 …

30th October @ 3pm The annual Halloween family event and pumpkin parade is back again in Bundoran on Thursday, the 30th of October at the Atlantic Apartotel on Main Street. The family-friendly event will feature a photobooth, a kids’ show with Orson Starett, a fancy dress catwalk for all the family, and a colouring competition. As usual, the pumpkin parade will take place at dusk along Main…

Celebrate Halloween 2025 in style with a 2-night Murder Mystery Getaway at Villa Rose Hotel, Ballybofey. Includes accommodation, breakfasts, 3-course Murder Mystery Dinner & Interactive Show, plus you're within driving distance to the world-famous Derry Halloween Festival - just 45 minutes away. The perfect Halloween Experience in Donegal for any true-crime fans or armchair detectives. Includes…

1st November 2025 @ 7pm Join us for a thrilling evening where you’ll step into the world of mystery and intrigue. A prosecco reception on arrival followed by a 4-course meal, as you put on your detective hat and solve the murder that has taken place at the elegant Brookview Manor. The dress code is 1920’s and there will be a prize for the best dressed! Enjoy am immersive Experience filled…

A special night in aid of Clonleigh Church of Ireland with Leslie Matthews, The Mood Swings & William Sayers. All proceeds will be donated to the Church Restoration Fund. Constructed in 1622, St. Lugadius' Church is one of the oldest surviving buildings in Donegal. In recent years considerable essential urgent work has been identified as being necessary to ensure the continued existence of t…

8pm Saturday 8th November 2025 Dan McCabe is playing live in the Finn Suite of Jackson's Hotel. The Kildare ballad singer comes from a long lineage of folk musicians, Dan started out his career in live music at an early age. Dan would go from strength to strength in this side of the industry, and music soon became his full-time job.

Doors open 7pm - Saturday 29th November - eyes Down 8-10pm Welcome to The Big Highland Bingo Party! Join us at the Villa Rose Hotel, on November 29th, 2025 at 7:00 PM for a night of fun and excitement with your Hosts Keith Fletcher and Lee Gooch and DJ Marty Friel on the decks! Expect: Wild bingo rounds with a twist Big cash prize and surprise giveaways, top prize is €1,000! Live mus…

Murder Mystery Party Nights at Lifford Old Courthouse ~ performed by The Lifford Players Lifford Old Courthouse is delighted to once again announce the return of the renowned Lifford Players Drama Group for their now annual Murder Mystery Party nights. A great Christmas night out for groups of all sizes. Immerse yourself in the experience as you'll enjoy a delicious 4 course meal and Murder …

Meet Santa at The Shandon! Event takes place on Sunday 7th, 14th + 21st December & BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL! Take the journey to Mrs Claus’ Cabin, where you will meet Santa and enjoy a professional family photo & small gift, then you make your way through the Shandon’s magical winter wonderland walkthrough, first up explore the Shandon Forest’s reindeers and abundance of trees (indoors) next up…

8pm - Saturday 24th January 2026 Sean Keane - The Distinctive Voice of Ireland “There is a simple lucid clarity to Seán Keane’s singing voice which – like a laser – cuts through the cacophonous clatter and bang of a noisy world. He is a storyteller, whose voice is the sound of everyman Seán Keane, from County Galway, is hailed as the greatest musical find of the 90s. His unique blend of t…

8pm Saturday 21st February 2026 An Chúirt Hotel is thrilled to announce the return of the incredible Meadhbh Walsh for another unforgettable evening of live music. After previous performances that captivated audiences and created lasting memories, Meadhbh is back to bring her unique blend of talent, energy, and charm to Gweedore once again. Renowned for her powerful vocals and engaging stage…

8pm - Saturday 28th March 2026 An Chúirt Hotel is thrilled to announce the return of the incredible Meadhbh Walsh for another unforgettable evening of live music. After previous performances that captivated audiences and created lasting memories, Meadhbh is back to bring her unique blend of talent, energy, and charm to Gweedore once again. Renowned for her powerful vocals and engaging sta…

Earagail Arts Festival is a bilingual (Irish and English language), multidisciplinary summer festival which takes place each July throughout County Donegal along the Wild Atlantic Way on the north-west coast of Ireland. Earagail Arts Festival brings inspiring performers to this captivating European frontier, showcases artists native to the area and provides opportunities for cultural exchange, …