Ballinamore Gathering Festival
Event Details
Friday May 23rd, Saturday May 24th, Sunday May 25th
Full Day
Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim
Free
About Ballinamore Gathering Festival
Join us for an exciting weekend of culture, music, and heritage from Friday, May 23rd to Saturday, May 24th! This vibrant event features a mix of traditional and contemporary activities, ensuring entertainment for all ages.
Friday Highlights:
- 16:30 - 18:00: Performances by school kids, Irish dancing, and a possible straw hat-making workshop.
- 18:00 - 19:00: The lively Wren Boys take the stage.
- 19:00 - 21:00: Enjoy a performance by Garadice at the Marquee at the Junction, with refreshments and entertainment.
Saturday Highlights:
- 9:30 - 11:00: Colourful Parkrun – show off your Leitrim or national colours!
- 11:00 - 13:00: Heritage Walk to Mullaghgarve Mass Rock.
- 13:00 - 15:00: Art School, featuring African masks and creative workshops.
- 13:00 - 15:00: Historical Town Walk with Cormac.
- 15:00 - 17:00: Fusion music, dance performances, samba, Ukrainian choir, and traditional music.
- 17:00 - 19:00: International Street Food, a DJ, and a boxty-making demo.
- 20:00 - 21:30: Live music from The Brehons (rock/pop).
A fantastic celebration of music, culture, and community spirit—don’t miss it!