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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251020
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SUMMARY:Carna Walking Festival - September - TBC
DESCRIPTION:Carna Walking Festival provides walkers of all ages the opportunity to explore the wild and rugged coastline of south Connemara. Organised walks usually include visits to the to the deserted Feenish Island\, Lúibín Mhaírois/Moyrus Loop and a bog walk to Loch Scainimh and it’s historic crannóg. Keep an eye on the facebook page for more up to date information. \nTugann Féile Siúlóid Chara deis do gach duine aithne a chuir ar an chósta fhiáin Conamara Theas. De ghnáth bíonn siúlóid ar Oileán tréigthe Fínís \, thart Lúibín Mhaírois/Moyrus Loop agus siúlóid go Loch Scainimh i rith na Féile. Coinnigh súil ar an leathnach Facebook mar beidh tuilleadh eolas ar fáil ansin.
URL:https://connemara.net/event/carna-walking-festival-september-tbc
LOCATION:Carna\, Carna\, Galway
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20230829T160937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T120818Z
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SUMMARY:Inishbofin Set Dancing and Trad Weekend
DESCRIPTION: Takes place 26th to the 28th September TBC\nPlenty of Irish music\, song and dance sessions throughout the weekend with a Céilí Bandon Friday and Saturday night as well as a set dancing workshop and Sean-Nós dance workshop with Ger Butler. See ‘bofindancing’ on Facebook for further information.
URL:https://connemara.net/event/inishbofin-set-dancing-and-trad-weekend
LOCATION:Iníshbofín\, Iníshbofín\, Galway\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250919T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20230830T103153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T121310Z
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SUMMARY:Culture Night
DESCRIPTION:Culture Night Friday September 19 2025\n\nThe Culture Night experience is across a wide range of sectors – culture\, arts\, heritage\, education\, hospitality\, tourism\, health and commercial and corporate enterprise. \nCulture Night – Oíche Chultúir is funded by the Arts Council and is a national moment inviting everyone everywhere\, on one joyful night\, to discover and celebrate all that Irish culture is today. Entry is free. Please visit culturenight.ie/events for Galway County’s local events taking place in Connemara.
URL:https://connemara.net/event/culture-night
LOCATION:Clifden\, Clifden\, Galway\, H71HN53\, Ireland
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250922
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20230830T130742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T121740Z
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SUMMARY:Bia Bó Finne Food festival - Mid September - Date TBC
DESCRIPTION:Inishbofin \nCome and experience the warm\, welcoming spirit of Inishbofin Island\, where visitors are invited to be part of an authentic Irish community and take part in a range of hands-on food adventures! From beer-making and foraging sessions to lively panel discussions and inspiring cooking workshops with top-class chefs\, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Surrounded by stunning natural beauty\, you’ll connect with nature and discover how to truly savour every ingredient and delicious dish. It’s a unique and unforgettable foodie experience\, all in the heart of this magical island! \nBia Bó Finne Food Festival celebrates all things local with a focus on traditional food\, arts and crafts from this exceptionally beautiful part of the country. \nSee face book for  more information
URL:https://connemara.net/event/bia-bo-finne-food-festival
LOCATION:Iníshbofín\, Iníshbofín\, Galway\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20220614T124300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T122203Z
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SUMMARY:Clifden Arts Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Clifden Arts Festival 2025\nThe longest running community arts festival in Ireland\, Clifden Community Arts Festival\, now heading into its 48th year will take place from September 17th-28th and yet again promises to have something to excite everyone in the 2025 programme. \nAudiences can expect a very high quality artistic programme with a superb literary\, musical and visual art content which again will have the community arts of Clifden and the surrounding hinterland as a central focus with creative writing\, music\, theatre and film workshops and performances taking place in the local schools for the duration of the festival. Clifden Arts Festival opens on with a special segment for secondary school students. \nThe ‘Community Arts Week’ began life as a week-long celebration of the arts for the children of Clifden Community School – helping to develop artistic and social skills\, and provide an outlet for self-expression and development. Over the years Arts Week at the school gave such pleasure to the greater community that an encompassing and fervent support network grew around it\, allowing it to develop. \nKeep an eye on our Facebook page for more updates throughout the year. www.facebook.com/clifdenartsfestival \n \nPictured: 2023 Poster
URL:https://connemara.net/event/clifden-arts-festival-2021
LOCATION:Clifden Town
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20250912T230003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T154354Z
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SUMMARY:The Great Fjord Swim 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Great Fjord Swim\, 2025   \nOPEN WATER SEA SWIMMING IN MAGICAL KILLARY FJORD\nSwim in the crystal-clear waters of Killary Fjord\, Co Galway\, with Connemara’s majestic mountains soaring all around. Open water swimming events don’t get much better than this. \nThis sea swimming event has a choice of 3 distances 3.9km (full Ironman distance) | 2km | 750m for all levels of experience in open sea swimming. \n3.9km (Full Ironman-distance) route\nFor experienced swimmers who want to go that bit further. Wetsuit and non-wetsuit swimmers welcome. \n2km route – Abandon ship and swim home. Wetsuit and non-wetsuit swimmers welcome. \n750m route – Swim from Mayo to Galway! Wetsuit only. \nOPEN WATER SWIMMING EVENT BENEATH THE SHADOW OF CONNAUGHT’S HIGHEST MOUNTAIN\, IN THE WATERS OF KILLARY FJORD \nSAFETY ALL THE WAY \nExpert kayakers and safety boats with you all the way. \nTow-floats must be worn by all competitors – No competitor will be allowed in the water without a tow-float so ensure you order one at registration or bring your own. No exceptions will be made. \nPART OF THE GLOBAL SWIM SERIES \nFantastic Spectators points are dotted along the fjord where races start between 08.30 and 14.30. \nPlease park sensibly and respect other road users. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://connemara.net/event/the-great-fjord-swim-2025
LOCATION:Killary Adventure Centre\, Killary Adventure Centre\, Leenane\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Sea Swimming,Swimming
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250908
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20230829T131907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T153256Z
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SUMMARY:Leenane Sheep Show
DESCRIPTION:54nd Annual Mountain Blackface Sheep Show\, Leenane\,  September 2025 (Date TBC) \nThis tradition has persisted for more than 50 years. Farmers travel from the Connemara landscapes to present their top ewes and rams. The sheep is without a doubt the centre of the competition\, where two judges may deliberate for a long time before selecting a winner. \nThe majority of these people are shepherds\, who frequently have modest personalities and feel a little shy in public. The children’s dog show\, where fierce competition takes place for the coveted honour of “best behaved dog of the show\,” is for many kids the highlight of the fair. \nThe Sheep Show will take place in September\, and it will be a warm welcome for the committed farmers who support it year after year. Their enthusiastic engagement extends to far-off places like Achill and South Connemara.
URL:https://connemara.net/event/leenane-sheep-show
LOCATION:leenane Village\, Leenane\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Show
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250809
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250810
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20210925T164706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T115321Z
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SUMMARY:Turf Warrior Challange\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Turf Warrior Challenge\, 2025\nAn 8km Obstacle Race & Mud Run in Leenane\, Connemara. Co. Galway \nTurf Warrior is an extreme obstacle course challenge that is packed full of adventure\, mud running\, climbing\, swinging\, leaps into the Atlantic and all kinds of other mayhem and madness.\nThere is no better craic in Connemara!\nThis obstacle race is unique! Located in one of the most stunning valleys in Ireland\, we have combined the dramatic landscape and its natural obstacles of sensational gorges\, hilly Connemara terrain and the Killary Fjord with our crafty\, clever and fun built challenges. \nFree entry to the themed party at Killary Adventure Company is included for all warriors\, so you can get together for a well earned drink\, swap stories and re-live the ups and downs of a day on the battlefield after you’ve scrubbed the mud from your ears\, eyes and every other body part. \n*DATE IS SUBJECT TO LICENSE AND GOVERNMENT COVID REGULATIONS AT THE TIME OF THE EVENT \nWeb: turfwarriorchallenge.com
URL:https://connemara.net/event/turf-warrior-2023
LOCATION:Killary Adventure Centre\, Killary Adventure Centre\, Leenane\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Obstacle Race
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250716T133000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250716T170000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20230831T140423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T153630Z
UID:198680-1752672600-1752685200@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Lá Feile Mhic Dara - 16th of July
DESCRIPTION:MacDara’s Island Pilgrimage is the saint’s feast day and is celebrated when ‘locals’ make their way to the island from Carna to celebrate mass. Saint MacDara is credited with building the island’s church – its stone roof was restored in 1977. Location: Oiléan Mhic Dara. \n \n 
URL:https://connemara.net/event/la-feile-mhic-dara-2024-tbc
LOCATION:Mhic Dara Island\, Mhic Dara Island\, Galway
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250710
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20230831T152701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T171556Z
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SUMMARY:Rásaí Cuan -2025 TBC
DESCRIPTION:Rásaí Cuan – na Beirtrí\, \nTraditional sailing boats festivals race and display these iconic and\nunique Irish boats such as currachs and Galway Hookers\, including\nthe Bád Mór\, Gleoiteog\, Leathbhád and Púcán classes of boats.\nFor more information please visit www.galwayhookers.ie. Below\nis a list of the festivals taking place over the month of July.
URL:https://connemara.net/event/rasai-cuan-2024-tbc
LOCATION:Glynsk\, Glynsk\, Galway\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250705T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250805T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20230831T094328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T153319Z
UID:198664-1751744700-1754431200@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Irish Nights Clifden 2025 TBC
DESCRIPTION:Clifden Town Hall presents an evening of traditional music\, song and dance from local community musicians and dancers. Refreshments are available\, children half price\, Ceol agus craic. International visitors\nare very welcome. \n \n 
URL:https://connemara.net/event/irish-nights-clifden-2024-tbc
LOCATION:Clifden Town hall\, Clifden\, Galway\, Select a State:\, H71HN53\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Show
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250801
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20220706T163405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T153359Z
UID:198419-1751328000-1754006399@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Traditional Hooker Regatta\, (Roundstone) - Cloch na Rón July Date TBC
DESCRIPTION:Cloch na Rón (Roundstone)\nA Traditional Sailing Boat Festival displaying unique Irish boats such as currachs and Galway Hookers including the Bád Mór\, Gleoiteog\, Leathbhád and Púcán classes of boats. Traditionally used along the coast of Connemara \nRaces\nHookers are now used as a leisure craft: the skills of boat builders and crews can be appreciated during the Summer boat races. In the races\, the sailing course is set with bulls and the boats have to go out to them and round them a few rounds. Before the start of the race\, three different whistles are allowed so that the conductors are ready. When different types of boats take part in the same race\, the slowest boats start after the second whistle. The time interval between the second and third whistles indicates the handicap in that particular race. While waiting for the third whistle\, the sailors keep the boats afloat so that they can better measure the course and weather.
URL:https://connemara.net/event/traditionalk-hooker-regatta-roundstone-cloch-na-ron
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20250306T151012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T151839Z
UID:199142-1749772800-1750031999@connemara.net
SUMMARY:𝑪𝑳𝑰𝑭𝑫𝑬𝑵 𝑺𝑼𝑴𝑴𝑬𝑹 𝑭𝑬𝑺𝑻 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
DESCRIPTION:The third annual Clifden Summer Fest is a 3 day music festival which will be hosted in the beautiful Clifden Showgrounds this coming June 13th\, 14th & 15th 2025\, featuring a wealth of fantastic musical acts.  \nFor more information email: clifdensummerfest@gmail.com or check on their socials. \n🎶☀️ 𝑪𝑳𝑰𝑭𝑫𝑬𝑵 𝑺𝑼𝑴𝑴𝑬𝑹 𝑭𝑬𝑺𝑻 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 ☀️🎶\nFRI 13th ✅ 𝑪𝒍𝒂𝒖𝒅𝒊𝒂 𝑩𝒖𝒄𝒌𝒍𝒆𝒚 🔸𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐊 𝐑𝐘𝐀𝐍\nSAT 14th ✅ 𝑺𝒂𝒐𝒊𝒓𝒔𝒆 𝑪𝒂𝒔𝒆𝒚 🔸 𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐃𝐘 🔸𝐏𝐀𝐃𝐃𝐘 𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐘\nSUN 15th ✅ 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑾𝒊𝒍𝒇𝒖𝒍 🔸 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑹𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒈 🔸 𝐖𝐇𝐈𝐒𝐓𝐋𝐈𝐍’ 𝐃𝐎𝐍𝐊𝐄𝐘𝐒\n𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐊 𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐊 𝐁𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐖 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐊𝐄𝐓𝐒 🎟🪕🎵🎤\nhttps://tinyurl.com/ClifdenSummerFest25
URL:https://connemara.net/event/clifden-summer-fest-2025
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250609
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20220629T103234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T153521Z
UID:198405-1749340800-1749427199@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Traditional Hooker Festival\, (Kilkerian) - Féile na mBád Cill Chiaráin
DESCRIPTION:Féile na mBád Cill Chiaráin (Kilkerian) June 2025 (TBC)\nA Traditional Sailing Boat Festival displaying unique Irish boats such as currachs and Galway Hookers including the Bád Mór\, Gleoiteog\, Leathbhád and Púcán classes of boats. Traditionally used along the coast of Connemara \nRaces\nHookers are now used as a leisure craft: the skills of boat builders and crews can be appreciated during the Summer boat races. In the races\, the sailing course is set with bulls and the boats have to go out to them and round them a few rounds. Before the start of the race\, three different whistles are allowed so that the conductors are ready. When different types of boats take part in the same race\, the slowest boats start after the second whistle. The time interval between the second and third whistles indicates the handicap in that particular race. While waiting for the third whistle\, the sailors keep the boats afloat so that they can better measure the course and weather. \n 
URL:https://connemara.net/event/traditional-hooker-festival-kilkerian-feile-na-mbad-cill-chiarain
LOCATION:Kilkerian\, Kilkerian\, Co. Galway
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250525
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20250306T145426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T145717Z
UID:199137-1748044800-1748131199@connemara.net
SUMMARY:ŠKODA Tour de Conamara 2025
DESCRIPTION:s📅 Saturday\, 24th May 2025📍 Clifden\, Connemara\, Co. Galway \nGet ready for one of Ireland’s most scenic cycling sportives! The ŠKODA Tour de Conamara 2025 starts and finishes in Clifden\, taking cyclists through some of the most breathtaking coastal\, lakeland\, valley\, and mountain landscapes in the country. Participants can choose between two stunning routes: 140km or 80km. \nRegistration Details\n\nPublic registration opens on 1st January 2025.\nPriority registration will be available in December for previous participants. A unique registration code will be sent via Eventmaster in early December.\nLimited places available! so be ready to secure your spot!\n\n🚴‍♂️ Don’t miss your chance to ride through the heart of Connemara—mark your
URL:https://connemara.net/event/skoda-tour-de-conamara-2025
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250510T041500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250510T041500
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20220505T111804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T172052Z
UID:198254-1746850500-1746850500@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Darkness Into Light\, Sat 10th May 2025
DESCRIPTION:You can check out the venues where organised events in Connemara below. They also know that many people enjoyed taking part in Darkness Into Light in their own way last year when they could not join together in the usual way. So\, this year\, they know that Darkness Into Light will take on many forms and people will come together in different and creative ways to share a sunrise moment and stand in solidarity with people impacted by suicide and self-harm. \nYou can get involved in Darkness Into Light in 3 ways:\n1. Sign up to one of their in-person walks across Ireland and the world.\n2. Take part your own way and sharing your sunrise moment with family\, friends or colleagues.\n3. Take part in the Darkness Into Light Challenge – when you select this option\, they are waiving the sign-up fee for anyone who pledges to fundraise €200. Get creative with your activity\, and remember that no matter how you choose to take part this year\, you’ll be giving the gift of hope to those in your community in suicidal crisis\, or self-harming. \nVenues:\nAn Cheathrú Rua: An Cheathrú Rua Community Centre.\nfacebook.com/DILAnCheathruRua\nClifden: Town Hall\, Clifden.\nfacebook.com/dilclifden/\nInis Meáin: Halla Naomh Eoin\, Inismeáin.\nfacebook.com/Darkness-into-Light-Inismeain\nInis Mór: Óstán Árann\, Inis Mór\nfacebook.com/DILinismor\nInis Oírr: Halla Inis Oírr\nfacebook.com/DILInisOirr\nInishbofin: Inishbofin Community Centre.\nfacebook.com/DarknessIntoLightInishbofin\nKylemore Abbey Connemara: Bridge at Kylemore Abbey
URL:https://connemara.net/event/darkness-into-light-2023
CATEGORIES:Walking
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20220411T101150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T120311Z
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SUMMARY:Inishbofin Arts Festival\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Incredible music\, theatre\, dance\, and much more\, calling all friends\nand welcoming new visitors to celebrate a new season of more\ncraic\, more music\, and a fantastic display of Irish arts and culture on\nInishbofin\, this May bank holiday weekend. Situated on the scenic\nand historic island of Inishbofin\, the Festival is a colourful and eclectic mix of music\, dance\, visual arts\, crafts\, heritage\, poetry\, creative\nworkshops and fun family activities. Inishbofin is delighted to be\nhosting some of the best Irish music. The line-up includes Beoga\,\nJoshua Burnside\, Síomha\, Rónán Ó Snodaigh and Myles O’Reilly\, and\nClare Sands plus many more. \nWhen May 2nd – 4th \nWhere Inishbofin Island \n More Inishbofin Arts Festival Facebook
URL:https://connemara.net/event/inishbofin-arts-festival-2022
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250506
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20220609T135910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T115704Z
UID:198371-1746144000-1746489599@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Joe Heaney Festival/Féile Joe Éinniú\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Joe Heaney\, one of Ireland’s greatest exponents of the sean-nós (Irish traditional\nsong). The festival features a traditional dance\nCéilí\, concerts and music sessions\, along with\ngreat people and scenery. \nWhen May 2th – May 5th\nWhere Carna\nMore Joe Heaney Festival Facebook
URL:https://connemara.net/event/joe-heaney-festival-feile-joe-einniu-2023-tbc
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250505
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20210925T153615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T123350Z
UID:197802-1746144000-1746403199@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Connemara Mountain Walking Festival\, Leenane 2025
DESCRIPTION:Connemara Mountain Walking Festival\, Leenane 2025\nA Céid míle fáilte awaits you in Leenane on the shores of the Killary Fjord for the resumption of the Connemara Mountain Walking Festival over the weekend of 2nd – 4th of May \nOur goal is the let you experience what this fabulous community has to offer while getting close to some of the best scenery\, nature\, history and geology along the Wild Atlantic Way. The walks we organise are designed to suit all levels of ability and let you fully immerse yourself in the wild Connemara landscape. We want you to enjoy our area as much as we do. \n \nExplore some wonderful footage from past walks in our gallery of photos on this website. \nWe are fortunate to have professional guides who not alone are highly trained mountain leaders\, but are passionate about what they do to help make your experience all the more worthwhile. \nWhile the festival is organised during the busy autumnal season\, preparing for the coming winter\, for the farm families on whose lands we will be walking\, most can still find the time to accompany us on the walks\, something that can be very rewarding for all. We encourage our walkers to interact and mingle on our walks as some of the best experiences you will have on a Connemara mountain is when you share it with others. \nOne other very interesting thing\, especially for people who are not native Irish speakers is to get your tongue around the names of the mountains\, but don’t worry as a crash course will be provided before we set off. \nTransport to and from the walks is included in the price as well as tea and scones when you finish. \nEmail: info@connemaramountainwalkingfestival.com\nPhone (General Enquiries): +353 (0) 872 819 825 \nWeb; connemaramountainwalkingfestival.com \n 
URL:https://connemara.net/event/connemara-mountain-walking-festival-leenane-2021
CATEGORIES:Festival,Walking
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250428
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20250306T144543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T144814Z
UID:199135-1745712000-1745798399@connemara.net
SUMMARY:April:  Connemarathon 27th of April 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join runners from Ireland and across the globe for the 2025 Connemarathon on 27th April 2025. Choose from a Half Marathon\, Full Marathon\, or the ultimate challenge – the Ultra Marathon (39.3 miles). Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Connemara’s rugged mountains\, shimmering lakes\, and sweeping boglands\, this iconic race offers an unforgettable experience. Whether you’re chasing a personal best or soaking in the stunning scenery\, the Connemarathon promises a challenge like no other. Enjoy incredible support\, a fantastic atmosphere\, and a true taste of the Wild Atlantic Way. Sign up now and be part of this legendary event!
URL:https://connemara.net/event/april-connemarathon-27th-of-april-2025
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250428
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20250306T124351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T144318Z
UID:199133-1745452800-1745798399@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Clifden Traditional Music Festival 24th - 27th April 2025
DESCRIPTION:📅 24th – 27th April 2025\n📍 Clifden\, Connemara\, Co. Galway \nJoin us for the 14th annual Clifden Traditional Music Festival\, a celebration of Irish music\, culture\, and community in the heart of Connemara. \nFestival Highlights \nThursday – The festival kicks off with a Youth Session\, highlighting the incredible young talent that plays a key role in keeping our musical traditions alive. \nFriday – The festivities begin with a performance by the Clifden National School Marching Band\, followed by the Official Opening Concert in the evening. Later\, experience the renowned Pub Session Trail\, where lively tunes fill the town’s best pubs. \nSaturday – A packed day of music\, workshops\, and entertainment: \nInstrument Workshops – Learn from experienced musicians in a variety of traditional instruments.\nBusking Competition – Enjoy the talent of street performers competing for top prizes.\n5K Run/Walk – A great way to start the day with fun and fitness.\nStreet Entertainment & Town Square Music – Live performances bring a vibrant energy to Clifden.\nAfternoon Pub Sessions – Music spills into the town’s pubs for an unforgettable atmosphere.\nHeadline Concert (Market Square\, Open Air) – A festival highlight! Stay tuned for the exciting artist announcement. \nSaturday Night – The Pub Session Trail continues\, with music in every corner of Clifden. \nSunday – The festival closes with a Traditional Music Mass\, followed by a Farewell Session\, ensuring a memorable send-off. \nJoin Us! \nWhether you’re a musician\, dancer\, or simply a lover of Irish music\, you’re warmly invited to experience the magic of Clifden Traditional Music Festival. We look forward to welcoming you!
URL:https://connemara.net/event/clifden-traditional-music-festival-24th-27th-april-2025
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250420
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250422
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20220411T104207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T123937Z
UID:198246-1745107200-1745279999@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Easter at Brigit's Garden 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \nEaster at Brigit’s Garden\n \nCelebrate Easter and enjoy a great family day out with our popular Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday 19th April\, Easter Sunday 20th April and Easter Monday 21st April\, from 12 – 4pm. \nYounger children can take part in a Mini Hunt around the Celtic Gardens and older children can enjoy the longer Mighty Hunt around the Gardens and Sun Trail. Follow the egg clues\, solve the Easter-themed puzzle and go to the Marquee to get your reward! Every child receives little chocolate eggs as a prize. \nThe Mini and Mighty Hunts are available throughout the day and can be done at your own pace. \nWhen April 20-21\, 12-4pm\nWhere Rosscahill\nMore brigitsgarden.ie \n 
URL:https://connemara.net/event/easter-events-2022
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240731
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20230831T145036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T171039Z
UID:198705-1722211200-1722383999@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Féile Chuigeal -2025 August (date TBC)
DESCRIPTION:Féile Chuigeal – Leitir Mealláin\, July / August Date TBC \nTraditional sailing boats festivals race and display these iconic and\nunique Irish boats such as currachs and Galway Hookers\, including\nthe Bád Mór\, Gleoiteog\, Leathbhád and Púcán classes of boats.
URL:https://connemara.net/event/feile-chuigeal-2024-tbc
LOCATION:Leitir Mealláin\, Galway
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240729
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20220701T164825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230830T133708Z
UID:198421-1722038400-1722211199@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Traditional Hooker Festival\, (Lettermullan) - Féile Chuigéil Leitir Mealláin TBC
DESCRIPTION:Féile Chuigéil Leitir Mealláin (Lettermullan)\nA Traditional Sailing Boat Festival displaying unique Irish boats such as currachs and Galway Hookers including the Bád Mór\, Gleoiteog\, Leathbhád and Púcán classes of boats. Traditionally used along the coast of Connemara \nRaces\nHookers are now used as a leisure craft: the skills of boat builders and crews can be appreciated during the Summer boat races. In the races\, the sailing course is set with bulls and the boats have to go out to them and round them a few rounds. Before the start of the race\, three different whistles are allowed so that the conductors are ready. When different types of boats take part in the same race\, the slowest boats start after the second whistle. The time interval between the second and third whistles indicates the handicap in that particular race. While waiting for the third whistle\, the sailors keep the boats afloat so that they can better measure the course and weather. \n 
URL:https://connemara.net/event/traditional-hooker-festival-lettermullan-feile-chuigeil
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240718
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20220701T162951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T075051Z
UID:198417-1721088000-1721260799@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Traditional Hooker Festival\, Féile Mhic Dara - Carna
DESCRIPTION: Féile Mhic Dara\, Carna\nA Traditional Sailing Boat Festival displaying unique Irish boats such as currachs and Galway Hookers including the Bád Mór\, Gleoiteog\, Leathbhád and Púcán classes of boats. Traditionally used along the coast of Connemara \nRaces\nHookers are now used as a leisure craft: the skills of boat builders and crews can be appreciated during the Summer boat races. In the races\, the sailing course is set with bulls and the boats have to go out to them and round them a fe rounds. Before the start of the race\, three different whistles are allowed so that the conductors are ready. When different types of boats take part in the same race\, the slowest boats start after the second whistle. The time interval between the second and third whistles indicates the handicap in that particular race. While waiting for the third whistle\, the sailors keep the boats afloat so that they can better measure the course and weather.
URL:https://connemara.net/event/traditional-hooker-festival-feile-mhic-dara-carna
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240711
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20220701T162044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T082400Z
UID:198413-1720483200-1720655999@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Traditional Hooker Festival\, (Bertraghbog) -Féile Chuan Beirtrí Bui
DESCRIPTION: Féile Chuan Beirtrí Bui (Bertraghbog)\nA Traditional Sailing Boat Festival displaying unique Irish boats such as currachs and Galway Hookers including the Bád Mór\, Gleoiteog\, Leathbhád and Púcán classes of boats. Traditionally used along the coast of Connemara \nRaces\nHookers are now used as a leisure craft: the skills of boat builders and crews can be appreciated during the Summer boat races. In the races\, the sailing course is set with bulls and the boats have to go out to them and round them a fe rounds. Before the start of the race\, three different whistles are allowed so that the conductors are ready. When different types of boats take part in the same race\, the slowest boats start after the second whistle. The time interval between the second and third whistles indicates the handicap in that particular race. While waiting for the third whistle\, the sailors keep the boats afloat so that they can better measure the course and weather.
URL:https://connemara.net/event/traditional-hooker-festival-bertraghbog-feile-chuan-beirtri-bui
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240702T203000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20240820T203000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20230831T100052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T171452Z
UID:198670-1719952200-1724185800@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Seisiun In Renvyle  2025 TBC
DESCRIPTION:Seisiun at the Teach Ceoil is a sparkling programme of Irish traditional music\, song and dance featuring local singers\, dancers and musicians. Location: Teach Ceoil\, Tully\,Renvyle.
URL:https://connemara.net/event/seisiun-in-renvyle-2024-tbc
LOCATION:Renvyle\, Renvyle\, Galway
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230911
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20230829T133624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T123059Z
UID:198621-1694131200-1694390399@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Cleggan Fringe Festival September 2025 (Date to be Confirmed)
DESCRIPTION:Now in it’s 6th year in the fishing village Cleggan\, this popular festival hosted in local venues has an array of new acts and old favourites over the whole weekend. Gigs are free as usual. \nPlease see Facebook for more information
URL:https://connemara.net/event/cleggan-fringe-festival
LOCATION:Cleggan Village\, Cleggan\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230904
DTSTAMP:20260422T235222
CREATED:20230831T140030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T140030Z
UID:198687-1693526400-1693785599@connemara.net
SUMMARY:Féile Siúlóid Charna -2023
DESCRIPTION:The annual Carna walking festival takes place from the 1st-3rd of September. Enjoy the beautiful  walks along the seaside. For more information see Carna walking festival Facebook page.
URL:https://connemara.net/event/feile-siuloid-charna-2023
LOCATION:Carna\, Carna\, Galway
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