Festivals & Events in Donegal

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 …

Experience the magic of cinema in the breathtaking rural setting of Ballyliffin in Donegal at the eagerly awaited 10th edition of Disappear Here Film Festival. From October 16th to 18th 2026, the village will come alive with the arrival of film enthusiasts and industry professionals from around the world. Disappear Here Film Festival is renowned for its carefully curated selection of films, ran…

After a very successful opening performance for Big Love in 2025, Lore return to Lifford Old Courthouse on Saturday 17th October 2026. Famed for turning the legendary Teenage Kicks on its head, Lore have gone from living room dreams to Sell Out Theatre Tour success. This year, Lore brought their biggest show yet to Derry's Iconic Guildhall, a show which underscores their upward trajectory in …

Celebrating the life, work, and legacy of Patrick MacGill, Ireland's most compelling voice of migration, memory and working-class life. Full Event Description The Patrick MacGill Festival is a three-day cultural initiative dedicated to celebrating and revitalising the literary and social legacy of Patrick MacGill. By weaving historical storytelling with contemporary workshops, the festival …

Features creative writing workshops, poetry and flash fiction competitions, book launches, music performances, and storytelling. 2026 Guests: Headliners include author Elaine Feeney, memoirist Michael Harding, journalist Róisín Ingle, and humorist Paul Howard. Community Focus: Most events are family-friendly or free, showcasing local, national, and international creative talent in Ireland’s …

Jim Brown - The King, returns to Lifford Old Courthouse Regarded as the quintessential Elvis tribute act, Jim Brown takes to the stage once again at Lifford Old Courthouse for what promises to be a special show. The King’s own story is as steeped in legend as the good lord Elvis himself. Born in Belfast and married with five children, the young King was reluctantly hauled on stage at a works…

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…

Bí linn chun páirt a ghlacadh i ndraíocht an cheoil thraidisiúnta ag Scoil Gheimhridh Ghaoth Dobhair ó 27 Nollaig 2026 go 1 Eanáir 2027. Lonnaithe i gcroílár Ghaeltacht Iarthuaisceart Thír Chonaill, cuireann Scoil Gheimhridh Ghaoth Dobhair clár cúig lá lán le ceol, cuideachta agus craic ar fáil do gach aoisghrúpa – díreach mar a bhíonn gach bliain. Come and experience the magic of traditional m…