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Events in August
Kilrush Traditional Music and Set Dancing Festival 2025
Kilrush Co Clare
Thursday 3st July to Monday 4th August 2025
Contact: 087 2663718
Dance your way into tthe Kilrush Traditional Music & Set Dancing Festival, and enjoy céilís, music, workshops, concerts, dance displays, and so much more.
Set yourself up for five days of music, dancing, and fun at the Kilrush Traditional Music & Set Dancing Festival from 31st July to 4th August 2025. This year’s festival will feature all sorts of activities, from interactive music and dance workshops to open air céilís and more. The lineup for the festival is as follows:
Thursday July 31st: Seisiún at Teach Ceoil.
Friday 1st August: Music & dance workshops, official opening at 7pm followed by an open air céilí with DalgCais Céilí band.
Saturday 2nd August: Music & dance workshops, open air display in the town square, open air céilí at 2.30pm with Johnny Reidy Céilí Band, concert at Teach Ceoil at 8p.m.
Sunday 3rd August: Music & dance workshops, open air display in the town square. Open air céilí at 7p.m with Donie Nolan Céilí Band.
Monday 4th August: Music & dance workshops, open air display in the town square, open air céilí at 6pm, farewell session at the Haven Arms at 8p.m.
Music in the town’s bars every night at 9.30p.m.
Feakle Festival of Traditional Irish Music
Feakle, East Clare
Wednesday, 6th August to Monday, 11th August, 2025
Contact: 087 9678020
The Feakle Festival is a renowned Irish traditional music festival featuring sessions, concerts, workshops, and dancing, celebrating East Clare’s rich cultural heritage.
The Feakle Festival will be celebrating its 38th year as a leading traditional Irish music festival, bringing together musicians, dancers, singers, and enthusiasts from all over Ireland and beyond. This six-day festival is dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich musical heritage of East Clare while creating an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all ages and backgrounds. The festival will feature an extensive programme of events, including workshops, ceilís, concerts, sessions, talks, children’s activities, CD launches, pop-up Gaeltachts and much more. Whether you play, sing, dance, or simply enjoy listening, there will be something for everyone to experience and enjoy.
A key highlight of the festival will be the four main concerts, featuring some of the very best traditional Irish musicians and singers. These concerts will showcase world-class talent, celebrating the deep-rooted traditions of Irish music while also embracing new influences. In addition, festival-goers can immerse themselves in vibrant and spontaneous sessions, where top musicians will gather to share their passion for music in an informal setting.
Good to Know
Event name: Feakle Festival of Traditional Irish Music
Event dates: Wednesday, August 6th to Monday, August 11th , 2025
Event times: See their website for times and details, including ticketing. www.feaklefestival.ie
Venue: Feakle