Dingle, Co. Kerry isn’t just beautiful—it knows how to throw a party! 🎉
This lively town is one of Ireland’s top spots for festivals! From toe-tapping tunes to thundering hooves, there’s always something exciting happening. So go on—mark your calendar. Dingle has a festival for everyone!
Dingle Distillery Film Festival
The Dingle Film Festival celebrates both established filmmakers and emerging talent, offering something for everyone to enjoy. It is the best place to see Irish and international films that push boundaries and offer new perspectives on the world. The festival is proud to present the Gregory Peck award for “excellence in the Art of Film.” Past winners include Stephen Frears, Jim Sheridan and one of Ireland’s most famous actors, Gabriel Byrne.
(Sat 1st Feb – Sun 2nd Feb 2025)
Féile na Bealtaine
Féile na Bealtaine is an arts and culture festival that has been happening for over 20 years. The festival typically includes music concerts, children’s events, art exhibitions, films, street theatre, comedy and poetry. Féile na Bealtaine aims to nourish and showcase local creativity. It has lots to offer including annual sheep-dog trials! The festival takes place on the May Bank Holiday every year and welcomes summer to the Dingle Peninsula
(Thurs 1st May – Mon 5th May 2025)
Brandon Regatta
The Brandon Regatta is the last rowing competition of the summer. The race takes place in the scenic bay, where people as young as 12 row the traditional ‘naomhog’ boats in beautiful Brandon Bay. Murphy’s Bar at Brandon Pier is the perfect place to experience the excitement. Grab a picnic table and watch the boat race whilst appreciating the local music and festivities.
(August TBA)
Dingle Races
The Dingle Races is the biggest flapper race in Ireland. It includes some of the best horses and jockeys from all across the country. You cannot miss the twenty races that are spread out over the weekend. The centre of the racecourse is filled with everything from bouncy castles, to fortune-tellers. Entertainment for the whole family! It is an absolute highlight on Dingle’s event calendar and is popular with locals and tourists alike.
(Fri 8th Aug – Sun 10th Aug 2025)
Dingle Food Festival
Dingle is said to be ‘The Foodie Town of Ireland’. This wonderful festival includes a Taste Trail with over 60 tasting outlets, as well as food markets, and activities such as master classes, food book launches, and discussion groups. Plus, there’s lots of street entertainment for the kids.
The Food Festival is hoping to be the first Irish “Zero Landfill Waste” festival. All festival goers are encouraged to bring their own bowl! For those who don’t, there will be stainless steel bowls available to rent for €2. Festival attendees can test local food in various locations including, restaurants, pubs, shops, galleries and restaurants. This is a fantastic opportunity to sample some of the fresh seafood that Ireland is famous for.
(Fri 3rd Oct – Sun 5th Oct 2025)
Tinteán Ceoil
The Tinteán Ceoil is a replica of the traditional old Irish Cottage kitchen. It’s an ode to the old tradition of “bothántaíocht” when neighbours and friends would gather together for an evening of storytelling and singing to pass the night. Every Monday night you can experience first-hand what life was like in a typical kitchen in rural Ireland fadó fadó.
(Cloghane Village – every Monday Night @ 7.30pm)
Plus an EXTRA night on Thursdays during July and August
Dingle may be small in size, but it’s mighty in spirit!
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