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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:20250913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250914
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250917
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SUMMARY:Clifden Arts Festival 2026
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-2026
LOCATION:Clifden Town
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250919
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250922
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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;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20250919T160000
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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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