The 6th of January marks Nollaig na mBan — Women’s Christmas, also known as Little Christmas — and it traditionally signals the end of the Christmas season. My good friend, Dr Marion McGarry, has written a beautiful article exploring the origins and customs associated with the day, which you can read here:https://www.rte.ie/brainstorm/2026/0102/1103975-nollaig-na-mban-january-6th-ireland-roots-traditions-customs/ I’ve noticed a... Continue Reading →
From Concerts to Art: My 2026 Vision
I never make any new year’s resolutions, I’d never keep them anyway, but I do have a few things planned for 2026, so here’s a round-up of those, and I’m also adding some things that I’d like to do - they might not happen, but it’s nice to plan. 2026 is looking good in the... Continue Reading →
So Funny Sligo Comedy Festival 2026 Promises the Perfect Christmas Gift – A Full Week of Laughter Across Sligo Town and County!
The So Funny Sligo Comedy Festival has officially announced its dates for 2026, running from February 9th to 14th, and organisers are already encouraging people to snap up what they say is the “Perfect Christmas Gift – The Gift of Laughter”. Now firmly established as one of the most popular comedy festivals in the West... Continue Reading →
The Ultimate Family Christmas Experience in Sligo: Santa’s Movigloo
If you’re looking for a magical experience this Christmas, you won’t want to miss Santa’s Movigloo at the Art Deco in Ballymote. This wonderful event is brought to you by the team at the Hawk’s Well Theatre, Sligo, and I was delighted to go along for a sneak peek! As soon as I walked into... Continue Reading →
Sligo Hospital Musical Society Presents “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”
A Beloved Tradition Continues at the Hawk’s Well Theatre, January 2026 Following the tremendous success of Hansel & Gretel earlier this year, Sligo Hospital Musical Society is proud to announce its 2026 pantomime production — The Hunchback of Notre Dame. The show will take place at the Hawk’s Well Theatre, Sligo, from January 20 to January 24, 2026 and lots of the shows... Continue Reading →
Halloween in Enniskillen
When it comes to Halloween, Enniskillen puts on a wonderful event. It's suitable for all ages, and it's free. We headed up in the mid-afternoon, but sadly most of my favourite shops closed at 5pm, so I missed out on shopping in them. I was hoping it would be late night opening as it was... Continue Reading →