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 Donegal.
Main Stage and Evening Concerts -
Sunday, August 2: Cliona Hagan (2:30 PM), Typhoon Generals (4:30 PM), The Two Bucks (7:00 PM), and David James (9:00 PM).
Monday, August 3: Banjo Paddy Treacy (7:00 PM) and The Highstool Prophets (9:00 PM).
Tuesday, August 4: Gavin Gribben (7:00 PM) and Mike Denver (9:00 PM).
Wednesday, August 5: High Flying Paddys (7:00 PM) and The Tumbling Paddies (9:00 PM).
Thursday, August 6: Effie Neill & Band (7:00 PM) and Derek Ryan (9:00 PM).
Friday, August 7: Claudia Buckley (7:00 PM) and Jimmy Buckley (9:00 PM).
Saturday, August 8: Paul Kelly (7:00 PM) and Johnny Brady (9:00 PM).
Sunday, August 9: Afternoon showcase featuring Jack Larry, Lauren McCrory, Conor Owens, Sinead Black, and Jason McCahill (2:30 PM), followed by Ruaile Buaile (7:00 PM) and Jack Keogh (9:00 PM).
Daytime and Late-Night Events The Old Kitchen Sessions: Nightly intimate live music and sing-songs upstairs in the Market House starting at 11:00 PM.
Family & Community Activities: Traditional daytime events including treasure hunts, cycling events, pet shows, and local talent competitions.
Associated Heritage Events: Local agricultural displays, craft fairs, and historical talks running through the village during the festival week.