I headed off bright and early on Friday (Halloween), in the hope of seeing the Samhain sunrise at Carrowmore Megalithic Cemetery. I say bright, it was actually dark, which should have given me a clue about the sun (or lack of it). Samhain means Summers End and is also the start of Winter, it falls... Continue Reading →
What do President Michael D. Higgins, The Traitors and SpongeBob SquarePants have in common? You can see them all at the Easkey Scarecrow Festival in Sligo! It's such a wonderful event, which encourages the people of Easkey, and the surrounding areas, to unleash their creative side, and come up with something wonderful. It's well worth... Continue Reading →
Culture Night is back on Friday, September 19th and takes place countrywide. This is a day (and night) where groups and organisations open their doors to all, with pop up shows, exhibitions, creative workshops, family fun, and best of all – completely free! There are events for all ages, and all interests. There are a... Continue Reading →
Happy September, the children are back to school, the seasons are changing, and you might think that things are being to slow down in Sligo, but you’d be wrong. September is a busy month of festivals in Sligo, and I’m going to tell you about some of the ones that I know about. 5th –... Continue Reading →
I'm often over in Ballaghaderreen, because my daughter lives near there, and I was delighted to hear that BrÃd Graham and her husband John recently reopened the swimming pool there, the pool was closed for two years and it's wonderful for the community to have it open again. The new pool brings Splash Swim Schools... Continue Reading →
This blog post offers a comprehensive guide to family-friendly activities in Sligo, including animal experiences, horseriding, playgrounds, historical sites, water sports, and indoor play centers. Families can explore local markets, engage in outdoor adventures, and enjoy various events. It encourages checking schedules and offers links for more information.
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