Category Archives: arts festivals Ireland

The Annual Cape Clear Storytelling Festival

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Situated off the South West coast of Ireland, Cape Clear Island is Ireland’s southernmost inhabited island, located just 8 miles off the coast of Baltimore in West Cork.  Now in its 20th year, the annual Storytelling Festival takes places from … Continue reading →

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A traditional Irish music festival with a difference

Posted on August 26, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Dingle Tradfest is an lively music festival focusing on all forms of traditional Irish and folk music between 11th and 14th September, 2014 Continue reading →

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West Cork Masters of Tradition Music Festival

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

One of West Cork’s finest festivals is set to take place in Bantry town, celebrating traditional music in its purest form. Throwing open its doors to some of the very best musicians in the land, this unique music festival which … Continue reading →

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Kilkenny National Heritage Week

Posted on August 18, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Kilkenny City and County will be a hive of activity between the 23rd and 31st August when Kilkenny National Heritage Week takes centre stage. Continue reading →

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Tralee prepares to select its 2014 Rose

Posted on August 11, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Since its inception in 1959, the festival has aimed to connect the vast global Irish community through the process of selecting a Rose of Tralee each year. Continue reading →

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Kilkenny Arts Festival

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Set in various locations around Kilkenny city, the Kilkenny Arts Festival is set to take place from the 8th until the 17th August. Promising a host of cultural delights, powerful world premieres, specially- commissioned shows and world- class music to … Continue reading →

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Spraoi International Festival of Street Arts

Posted on July 31, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Waterford City has been hosting the renowned Spraoi International Street Arts Festival since 1993.  During this three day festival, which runs from the 1st to the 3rd of August,  residents of this medieval city take to the streets of Waterford … Continue reading →

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Tourism Ireland brings “The Giant’s Journey” to life in Limerick

Posted on July 22, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Ireland’s national tourist agency, Tourism Ireland, has produced a new online video to help promote the Limerick City of Culture’s flagship event, Royal de Luxe’s The Giant’s Journey. Continue reading →

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Galway Arts Festival

Posted on July 21, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

For those fortunate enough to be planning an up and coming trip to Ireland a venture to the West of Ireland is well worth adding to any travel itinerary. Galway city, located in the heart of the West of Ireland is a vibrant … Continue reading →

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Street performance festival comes to Cork City

Posted on July 14, 2014 by Seamus O'Murchu

Cork City plays host to a festival of colour and celebration between the 19th and 20th July for the 2014 Laya Healthcare City Spectacular Continue reading →

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