Experience a beautiful town being taken over by the best of Irish music, song and dance! The annual Clifden Traditional Music Festival, known locally as Trad Fest, takes place from in April in Clifden, Connemara.

Trad Fest highlights include:

  • CD Launches
  • Tune Composition Competition
  • Music Sessions, Concerts
  • Workshops
  • Outdoor Gig Performances
  • 5K Run/Walk
  • Street Entertainment
  • Busking competition.

Musicians travel from all over the country for the festival. As always at the Trad Fest, most events are free and we encourage everyone to come along and experience what should be a great weekend of music, song and dance – there is something to suit everyone!

2022 dates to be announced.

Location: Clifden, Co. Galway
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Connemara Pony Show Festival – 2022

Connemara Pony Show Festival – 2022

A festival of pony filled activities in August annually! From parades, to musical evenings, to discussion and talks with the highlight of the week being the Connemara Pony Show on Thursday. This is a world famous event attracting visitors from all over the world. With a history dating back to 1924, there are over 400 ponies on show. It is the largest display of Connemara Ponies anywhere in the world.Visitors are treated to the spectacle of seeing the ponies demonstrate their prowess in trials and competitions under the watchful eye of experienced judges and a win is always a source of great pride for the pony’s dedicated owner.The Connemara Pony is a distinctive breed with excellent qualities: strong, intelligent and very hard working, perfect for the wild unforgiving landscape of Connemara, the Galway region that gave them their name. Their genial disposition makes them excellent pets while their powerful build makes them good jumpers and great show ponies. Every year the Connemara Pony Breeders hold their annual show in the Showgrounds in Clifden, attracting thousands from all over Ireland, Europe and beyond. Date and duration of festival noted here are provisional until confirmed.  

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Connemara International Marathon (Connemarathon) – 2022

Connemara International Marathon (Connemarathon) – 2022

The Connemara International Marathon is one of the world’s most scenic events, set in the stunning landscape of the West of Ireland. Runners and walkers travel from all over the world to take part in the Connemarathon. It’s well worth it – all participants get to experience some of Ireland’s most breath-taking scenery along the way. The event is comprised of: Half marathon Full marathon Ultra (39.3 mile) marathon International participants enjoy a warm Irish welcome along with the sense of comradeship on the route and the unmistakable buzz of the day. No other sporting event gives people such a taste of the stunning Irish Wild Atlantic Way Please see http://www.connemarathon.com/  for more information. _____________________________________________ Image credit: Connemarathon

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SKODA Tour de Conamara Cycling Event – 2022

SKODA Tour de Conamara Cycling Event – 2022

The very popular SKODA Tour de Conamara 2020 will be held on Saturday 28th May 2022 starting and finishing in Clifden, Connemara. The event offers participants the choice of stunning 140km or 80km routes and will travel through magnificent coastal, lakeland, valley and mountainous vistas. More info @ http://tourdeconamara.ie Register early as this event reaches capacity very quickly. The Tour de Conamara is not a closed road event. You must adhere to the normal rules of the road. Feed Stations will be located along the routes. First Aid will be available on the day. A ‘No Helmet No Cycle’ policy will be strictly enforced. The events operates a ‘Leave No Trace’ litter policy. Please bring home your litter. Punctures: Please ensure you can change a puncture and bring spare tubes. It may be some time before support can arrive to a spot where a cyclist may have picked up a puncture so please ensure you can change your own wheel or cycle with someone that will assist you to avoid long delays that will impact on your enjoyment of the day. Connemara welcomes  cyclists and their friends and family. A wide range of music and entertainment options will be hosted in the area on the […]

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Clifden Arts Festival – 2021

Clifden Arts Festival – 2021

One week each year the Clifden Arts Festival transforms the capital of Connemara into a captivating conglomeration of culture. Come experience this very special time in Clifden, the jewel of Connemara. The festival celebrates its 44th year and offers a wealth of artistic options, including: Music Theatre Poetry Book launches Art Exhibitions Lectures Comedy Street Performances Creative Workshops Parades and so much more! See official website for details: https://www.clifdenartsfestival.ie/ ________________________________________ Image credit: Clifden Arts Festival

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Clifden Traditional Music Festival

Clifden Traditional Music Festival

Experience a beautiful town being taken over by the best of Irish music, song and dance! The annual Clifden Traditional Music Festival, known locally as Trad Fest, takes place from in April in Clifden, Connemara. Trad Fest highlights include: CD Launches Tune Composition Competition Music Sessions, Concerts Workshops Outdoor Gig Performances 5K Run/Walk Street Entertainment Busking competition. Musicians travel from all over the country for the festival. As always at the Trad Fest, most events are free and we encourage everyone to come along and experience what should be a great weekend of music, song and dance – there is something to suit everyone! 2022 dates to be announced.

The Leenane Walking Festival

The Leenane Walking Festival

A full weekend of walks and events for walkers of all abilities.  A chance to experience hills and trails that aren’t normally accessible to the general public. All guided walks are led by qualified and experienced guides, aided by locals with vast knowledge and information on the area. Transport to and from starting and finishing points will be provided as well as tea/coffee & scones at various local businesses at the end of each day. All walkers are covered by Public Liability Insurance.

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