Category Archives: Irish Festivals

Cork Rebel Week Gathering Pace

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Just a week away and taking place from 14th – 20th October, the official Cork Gathering 2013 flagship event, Cork Rebel Week will begin.

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The Wexford Festival Opera 2013

Posted on September 25, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Taking place in Wexford town from the 23d October to the 3rd November is the Wexford Festival Opera.

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Clifden Arts Festival in Co. Galway – A must on your Ireland vacation

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

This year marks the 36th anniversary of the Clifden Community Arts Week. Every year the festival puts on a great celebration of the arts with events including lectures, recitals, poetry readings, traditional music, concerts, comedy and more. A must for … Continue reading →

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Jazz Gathering – The Cork Guinness Jazz Festival makes a Welcome Return

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Guinness Jazz Festival makes a welcome return to Cork this year. Over 40,000 eager jazz fans are expected to attend the festival which takes places from October 25th to 28th. Coinciding with the Irish Gathering 2013, promoters have dubbed the … Continue reading →

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Galway International Oyster & Seafood Festival celebrates 59 Years

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Taking place from 26th – 29th September in Galway City and celebrating its 59th year is the Galway International Oyster and Seafood Festival.

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Mullagh Fair Day, Co. Cavan

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

The Mullagh Fair Day is not like other fairs; it is in fact a re-enactment of the old fair days from times gone by. This fair day on September 8th 2013, will have plenty to keep the family entertained including … Continue reading →

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Celebrate 10 Years of a Taste of West Cork this September

Posted on September 3, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Taking place in Skibbereen and the neighbouring towns and villages in West Cork from 6th – 15th September 2013, A Taste of West Cork celebrates its 10 year anniversary.

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Wicklow Walking Festival October 2013

Posted on August 30, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Taking place over the October Irish Bank Holiday weekend, the Footfalls Wicklow Walking Festival take place from 25th – 28th October 2013.

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Irish Craft Beer and Cider Festival 2013

Posted on August 23, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

Taking place on the 5th – 8th September, the Irish Craft Beer and Cider Festival will be happening in the RDS in Dublin.

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The Small festival with a Big Heart: Bellybang 2013

Posted on August 20, 2013 by Seamus O'Murchu

A small music festival in Ireland is fast becoming very popular with both locals and visitors alike thanks to the unique approach: ALL of the profits go to charity. The budget is spent on essentials such as lighting and stage installations … Continue reading →

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