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 booking information will be released in July 2026.
Full Event Description
Stories in Stones – Inishowen Heritage Festival 2026 is a brand-new celebration of the rich and diverse heritage of the Inishowen Peninsula, taking place during National Heritage Week from 15–23 August 2026.
Delivered by Go Visit Inishowen and supported by Donegal County Council’s Regional Festival & Participative Events Funding, the festival aims to highlight the unique natural, cultural and built heritage of Inishowen, encouraging both locals and visitors to explore and connect with the landscape in new and meaningful ways.
Over the course of the week, a curated programme of guided walks and heritage experiences led by local historians and experts will invite participants to discover the stories embedded in the peninsula’s landscapes, settlements, and historic sites. From ancient pathways to coastal heritage, the festival will bring together the past and present of Inishowen in an engaging and accessible way.
The festival is designed to encourage community engagement, cultural tourism and intergenerational participation, while promoting Inishowen as a destination for authentic and memorable heritage experiences on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way.
Whether you are a local resident, a returning visitor, or discovering Inishowen for the first time, Stories in Stones offers an opportunity to experience the peninsula through the stories that have shaped it.
📅 15–23 August 2026
📍 Various locations across the Inishowen Peninsula
🎟️ Full programme and booking details will be announced in July 2026