Family Events in Donegal

Jun 20, 2026 Start Time 09:45 AM Event Summary Join us for a for a rose themed morning on Saturday, June 20th at Salthill House in association with National Built Heritage Service! Full Event Description One for the horticulturalists! Dr Marianne O’Kane Boal will discuss the symbolism of roses in history, poetry and stories in the Salthill House garden shed. This will …

1st to 5th July 2026 The Letterkenny Blues and Roots Festival is taking place from July 1 to July 5, 2026, across various venues in Letterkenny. The multi-day event features top blues and roots artists from around the world performing at multiple local venues. Music will fill the streets and local establishments throughout the five days. Key venues hosting the festival's bands include: McGin…

Mickey Stephen’s Bar & The Carrigart Hotel in association with T C Promotions are delighted to announce the third annual CARRIGART FEST. We are thrilled to bring you some of Ireland tops acts over one weekend, from the 3rd - 5th July 2026.🙌 Featuring none other than: - BINGO LOCO✔️ - RHYTHM AND STICKS ✔️ - FERGAL DARCY✔️ - KEITH FLETCHER✔️ - NIKI POL…

Experience Live in the Marquee: Carndonagh’s Summer Highlight Join us in the heart of the Inishowen Peninsula for Live in the Marquee, returning to Carndonagh from Friday, 10th July to Sunday, 12th July 2026. What began in 2018 to celebrate the Irish Open at Ballyliffin has blossomed into one of Donegal’s most anticipated annual festivals. Organized by the Carndonagh Traders Association, this …

The Lennon Festival 2026 is a vibrant community celebration in Ramelton, Donegal, featuring its main music programme from 10th–13th July, with pre-events and activities taking place throughout the week leading up to it. Full Event Description The Lennon Festival 2026 is a vibrant, multi-day community celebration held in the historic town of Ramelton, County Donegal, bringing together a packe…

The rolling hills of County Donegal and the Atlantic coastline provide the backdrop to what many believe to be the most scenic setting for any Twelfth parade. This year, the annual Rossnowlagh procession will be held on Saturday, 11th July, the day before the demonstrations in Northern Ireland. It is expected that upwards of 50 lodges from Donegal, Cavan, Leitrim and Monaghan, as well as visiting …

Join internationally renowned harper Dr Janet Harbison for an enchanting evening of traditional Irish music, performed in the beautiful and historic setting of Saint Crone’s Church, all in aid of Kincasslagh Parish Graveyard Development Fund. Full Event Description Join internationally renowned harper Dr Janet Harbison for an enchanting evening of traditional Irish music, performed in the beauti…

Fáilte go dtí Oileán na Cruite Off the coast of Donegal, tethered to the mainland by a slender bridge, lies Cruit Island — An Chruit, in Irish, meaning “the harp”. It is a name that carries the deep memory of a landscape shaped like the instrument itself, its rocky spine rising and curving against the Atlantic like strings stretched toward the sky. That this small, sacred island should lend its…

17 July - 25th July The 50th Burtonport Summer Festival will take place from July 17 to July 25. As one of County Donegal’s longest-running community celebrations, this milestone year features nine days of live music, family activities, and traditional events, including the cherished Blessing of the Boats. Key Festival Highlights Official Opening: The festival will be officially opened by fo…

The Mary From Dungloe International Arts Festival is one of Ireland’s longest-running and most celebrated cultural festivals, held annually in Dungloe, County Donegal. The Mary From Dungloe International Arts Festival is one of Ireland’s longest-running and most celebrated cultural festivals, held annually in Dungloe, County Donegal. The week-long event attracts over 45,000 daytime visitors fro…

27th of July to 31st of July Fleadh Cheoil Chill Chartha (the Kilcar Fleadh) is an annual celebration of traditional Irish music, song, and dance held in the Gaeltacht village of Chill Chartha, Co. Dhun na nGall. The 2026 festival runs from Monday, July 27 to Friday, July 31, featuring daily workshops, street sessions, and major concerts at Áislann Chill Chartha.2026 Festival Highlights Opening…

The Muff Féile is a popular annual community festival in Muff, County Donegal, typically held over the August Bank Holiday weekend. It serves as a modern reimagining of the traditional Muff Festival, featuring a vibrant lineup of live music, family-friendly entertainment, sports, and a local craft and food fayre.

7th of August to 9th of August Féile Árainn Mhór, Rose of Arranmore Festival Full Event Description 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 9th August there's a regatta day.

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 and built heritage of the Inishowen Peninsula through a programme of guided walks led by local historians and heritage experts. Programme details and booki…

The Monte Challenge is a multi-sport adventure race in Donegal combining running, cycling, and mountain trekking across different course options. Full Event Description The ‘Monte Challenge’ is Mountcharles’ first ever adventure race and was held for the first time on 7 September 2024! The second Monte Challenge took place 30 August 2025 and year 3 will be on Saturday 29th August 2026. We are …

3rd of September to 13th of September 2026 The Glenties Harvest Fair Festival 2026 takes place from Friday, September 4 to Sunday, September 13, 2026, with the main traditional Harvest Fair Day on Saturday, September 12, 2026.The multi-day festival in Glenties, County Donegal, offers a packed program spanning two weekends. Key events include: Fair Day (Sept 12): Street trading, sheep marts, tra…

Tanya McCole returns to Lifford Old Courthouse for what promises to be another amazing night. 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 London in '94 she returned…