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The Johnny Doherty Festival

Ardara,Ardara

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The Johnny Doherty Festival 2026

Fri 25th September - Sun 27th September 2026

Various Times

Ardara

The Johnny Doherty Festival 2026

Ardara, Co. Donegal

Friday 25th – Sunday 27th September

Ardara will once again be buzzing with the very best of traditional Irish music as we celebrate the legendary Johnny Doherty!

Enjoy a fantastic weekend of sessions and concerts.

Johnny Doherty Festival – Headline Concert Saturday 26th September with Four Men and a Dog!

Nesbitt Arms Boutique Hotel, Ardara

Event

Starts	Friday 25 September 2026
Ends	Sunday 27 September 2026
Type	Festival and Events

Contact

Ardara,
Ardara,
X02 X999

Phone: 353876900714
Email: info@ardara.ie
Website: ardara.ie/festivals-and-events/the-johnny-doherty-festival-2026
Facebook: ardara.ie/festivals-and-events/the-johnny-doherty-festival-2026

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