festivals and fairs ireland

This has become a big event for west cork in the past few years. Initially conceived as a millennium project it has blossomed into a life of its own. There are six races held down on the sandy beach and there is a big fuss made over the event every year now....

A celebration of the start of the oyster season. World famous Clarenbridge Oysters, wonderful food and drink, grat music and craic and all in the lovely village of Clarenbridge on the edge of Galway Bay....

Established in 1954 to develop choral music in Ireland, the Choral Festival has become a major competition stage for choirs from overseas and at home. This festival offers the national competitions, gala concerts, fringe concerts, church performances and public performances as well as plenty more. The Festival's prestigious Fleischmann International Trophy Competition is held in high regard across Europe and is definitely an event to take your breath away. Each year it brings together some of th...

This rock affair is rapidly becoming the premiere annual event on the island. With more than 100 of the hottest bands, artists and DJs from around the globe are coming to this most spectacular festival in the Curragh. The line-up hasn't been announced yet...

The annual Festival of West Cork is one of the main attractions for tourists and locals. The July Band Championships, now in its 28th year , are nationally and internationally recognised and enjoyed! The 2008 festival will be held the 5th and 6th July....

A five day festival including street entertainment, open air music, dancing, drama competitions plus lots more. A growing festival well worth a visit. Come to Carrickmacross and join in the festivities....

Parades, soccer, golf, swimming galas, card drives, barbeque, dancing and discos. Entertainment for all ages in the beautiful seaside village of Castlegregory during the festival....

Held during the last week of May every year, this 8 day festival focuses on all that we hold to be most Irish such as Irish music, Irish dance and other events that are truly Irish. There will be plenty of concerts, workshops and seminars to keep you and your family entertained....

This 4-day event celebrates the coming of the month of May, or in Irish, Bealtaine, which was a major holiday for the ancient Gaels. The festival is celebrates with plenty of traditional Irish music and other entertainment so you will not be short of craic during this celebration of spring and new life....

Cead Mile Failte to The Garden of Ireland and the Wicklow Gardens Festival, now in it's 19th year. A treasury of choice will delight the visitor whether Robinsonian, Formal, Ornamental or Cottage Garden in style. Awakening the senses, there is much to discover and enjoy. A free Wicklow Gardens Festival Brochure is available from the office  or visit the website www.visitwicklow.ie/gardens/ . 
The Wicklow Gardens Festival attracts over 50,000 people each year over the course...