Music Events in Donegal

1st May - 1st October 2024 Embark on an unforgettable journey through Donegal's diverse wonders with our Wildlife and Music Trails! Discover the hidden treasures of the marine world as you explore pristine coastlines and observe diverse sea life. Then, immerse yourself in the rich musical tapestry of Donegal, connecting with local artists and traditions. Let the sights and sounds of Ireland…

7th July - 15th September 2024 Mcintyre's Bar has a long history of trad Music , which has been regenerated by Kevin o Donnell with O Donnell School of Music up and coming Musicians which has already won Ulster and major titles, so come along, join in, make friends and make beautiful music.

21st June - 6th September 2024 Traditional Irish Music Session, Every Friday night starting from 9.30pm This lively open session, hosted by a mix of local and visiting musicians, is a celebration of traditional Irish music. Whether you're a regular attendee or a first-time visitor, you'll enjoy the dynamic and spirited atmosphere that brings together musicians and music lovers alike.

16 days of music, theatre, visual arts, film, literature, circus & carnival on Ireland’s North West Atlantic seaboard with Donegal’s premier summer event, Earagail Arts Festival. 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. …

19th - 27th July 2024 A week-long family festival now in its 48th year. A week of nightly outdoor music as well as children's events throughout the day. There will also be heritage walks, sporting events and novelty events.

27th July - 8th August 2024 Experience the magic of Donegal's most enchanting festival as the Mary from Dungloe International Arts Festival brings together music, culture, arts and community in a vibrant celebration of tradition and talent. The Mary From Dungloe International Arts Festival is a community based festival which has been held annually since 1967 in Dungloe, County Donegal. It is fa…

1st - 4th August 2024 47th Ballyshannon Folk and Traditional Music Festival Get ready to tap your feet to the sounds of talented musicians from Ireland and beyond. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and heritage of folk and traditional music in a beautiful setting. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience the magic of live music in the heart of Ballyshannon. See you …

2nd - 8th August 2024 A weekend of family fun with parades, amusements, arts, crafts, sports and more. A family friendly festival soaking up village life with all things community and fun. From the opening parade, talent showcase, art and crafts, bake-off, painting ponies, family sports day, car treasure hunt and many more activities throughout the weekend. The village of Muff will be aw…

2nd - 5th August 2024 A weekend of family activity and fun for everyone, bringing people together to celebrate village life and showing the importance of community. Beginning with the Opening Parade on Friday night and then leading into the weekend with a hive of activities for everyone. From sports, children's fun activities, drama workshops, amusements, fun walk/run, cycling, gaming arcade…

3rd August 2024 Over 2 hours of non-stop RHCP hits performed authentically by Europe's Premier RHCP Tribute Band-Red Hot Funky Peppers! Over 42 years of hits and deeper cuts crammed into one epic night at Seaview Tavern, Malin Head! With hits including Scar Tissue, Zephyr song, Universally Speaking, Can't Stop, By the way, Aeroplane, Under the bridge, Give it away, Dani California, Californi…

4th - 11th August 2024, Clonmany Once again this family event is a week of summer fun for all ages. This is Ireland's longest running and best known family festival and is situated in the beautiful village of Clonmany in the Inishowen Peninsula. Year after year thousands of holiday makers and locals alike enjoy the many events, live music, natural beauty and facilities which go hand in hand…

4th August 2024 @ 7:30pm “Grampian Concert Orchestra under its long-time conductor Tim Tricker, is a community-based, amateur chamber orchestra based in Aberdeen, Scotland. Formed 25 years ago, its purpose has always been to bring the joy and thrill of live music into the local community and occasionally further afield, and to inspire adults and children everywhere to enjoy and play music. …

4th August 2024 After the SOLD OUT success of 2022 & 2023, FUSION Music Festival BASH returns with a bang on Sunday 4th Aug 2024. Another fantastic line-up complete with Rory & The Island, The Minertones, Darren Boot Burke and The Flashbacks making a return, joined by the brilliant youth of Colm Hargan, Stingin' Rogers and new kids on the block The Debonairs. Join us in beautiful South West…

8th - 11th August 2024 Greencastle Regatta Festival is one of the longest running Maritime Festivals in Ireland Fri 9th: Melodica & My Generation Band Sat 10th: The Lads, The Two Bucks, The Cavanagh Brothers Sun 11th: Keltic Knights, All Folk'd Up

16th August 2024 Padraig Jack was born into a musical family from the Aran islands. His dad is the songwriter Barry Ronan and he is the nephew of the Irish poet and Aosdána member Mary O’Malley. A native of Aran which has produced writers Liam O Flaithearta, Máirtín Ó Direáin and Breandán Ó hEithir, Padraig is proudly bilingual both as a conversationalist and a songwriter. A songwriter and c…

17th August 2024 Traditional Irish music titans Altan return home with their new album Donegal. Irish-language songs and dynamic twin-fiddling, both hallmarks of Altan's sound, framework the new music which tributes the band's native County Donegal and its rich musical heritage, breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture. Recorded by Manus Lunny at Stiúidió na Mara (Seafront Studio”) in Cou…

24th - 25th August 2024, Arranmore Island Donegal's Original Island Country Music Festival with 20 Hours of Music and Dancing to Ireland's Top Country Acts. Featuring: Derek Ryan & Band Patrick Feeney & Band David Craig & Band Sean Corrigan Kelan Browne Conor O Donnell Ronan McGinty Jordan McPolin The McConnells 20 Hours of Music and Dancing to Ireland's Top Country Acts. Annual…

7th - 8th September 2024, Oakfield Park, Raphoe OAKFEST 2024 Donegal’s much anticipated family friendly festival, Oakfest, is back again for 2024 for 2 days with 2 very different line ups, across 2 stages, to rock and entertain you! This year we are making the event even bigger & better than ever before with an exciting musical line-up and promising the very best in food, drink, and ente…

11th - 15th September 2024 Glenties Harvest Fair Festival – The Glenties Harvest Fair Festival is one of the highlights of the the Donegal calendar every year (11th-15th September) This traditional Irish event has been held for more than two hundred years and is a real living celebration of Donegal's rich heritage. The fair always proves a big hit with locals and tourists alike. There’s ple…

14th September 2024 Proud Mary & Her City Limits band are Ireland's no 1 Tribute to the Queen of Rock,Tina Turner All your favourite hits: Private Dancer, Nutbush, The Best to name a few. Amanda Lane with her powerhouse vocals celebrates Tina's music together with her 6 piece live band City Limits engaging every audience with a full packed night of entertainment Touring Ireland, This is a…