Ballygawley Music Festival

Name: Ballygawley Music Festival
Start: 2026-07-17
End: 2026-07-19
Location: Sligo

The Ballygawley Music Festival is a prominent annual country music event held in County Sligo, Ireland. The three-day festival draws thousands of attendees to enjoy performances from top-tier Irish country stars and emerging musical talent.

Date: Jul 17-19, 2026
Location: Sligo

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Event summary

Highlights

Friday night headline performance by Nathan Carter
Sunday night closing set by Derek Ryan
Performances by popular artists including Sean Magee and Michael English

The Ballygawley Music Festival has established itself as a major fixture in the Irish summer music calendar. Held over a weekend in July, the event transforms its Sligo venue into a hub for country music enthusiasts, featuring a diverse lineup of established headliners and popular multi-instrumentalists.

The 2026 edition featured major headlining sets from Nathan Carter on Friday night and Derek Ryan on Sunday. Throughout the weekend, the stage hosted various acclaimed artists including Sean Magee, Johnny Brady, David James, and Cliona Hagan. The festival is known for its high-energy live performances and for providing a platform for both national stars and local performers to reach large audiences.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Sligo venue; fermanaghherald.com
Area for browsing nearby events: Sligo

Before attending

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