Rackhouse Pilfer are a 6 piece alt country, bluegrass band who were born during acoustic sessions in McGarrigle's Bar in Sligo early 2012 where they played their favourite bluegrass, Americana and folk hits. The sessions instantly become really popular and they still enjoy their thriving Monday night residency in McG’s, packing the place to the... Continue Reading →
Culture Night Sligo 2013
Friday September 20th: Programme for Culture Night Sligo 2013 Unveiled Culture Night Sligo sees the region's foremost arts venues collaborate on an evening teeming with rich cultural experiences all of which are free of charge. The Model, Hawk's Well Theatre, The Factory Performance Space and Sligo Youth Theatre together will transform Sligo into a thriving cultural hub... Continue Reading →
Rock ‘N The Green
Yesterday was the Rock 'n the Green Festival in Collooney, Sligo. It's was a fantastic event a charity event to remembering local resident Eamon Gaffney who lost his life last year. Proceeds from the event will be donated directly to C.F Ireland and North West Hospice. I offered to take photos and had a brilliant... Continue Reading →
Jesus Christ Superstar – Fun Company Sligo
Last night was the opening night of the Fun Company Sligo's performance of Jesus Christ Superstar at the Hawk's Well Theatre. I was delighted to go along and take some photos for my blog...ahead of my 'proper' trip to see the show later this week. The show was amazing, there was a live orchestra providing... Continue Reading →
Sligo Summer Festival
This weekend saw the Sligo Summer Festival take place in town. I got to see quite a bit of it yesterday although I missed the events on Friday night. There was a great buzz about the town. I loved the stunt bikers....would love to be able to do this 😉 The evening concert was great... Continue Reading →
Bridge Street Micro Arts Festival
Sligo is the place to be this weekend when Furey's Pub and Chapters cafe are hosting the Bridge Street 'Micro arts festival'. On Friday 7th Glenn Cal will play at Furey's pub 8pm. On Saturday 8th Merlin Cummins is on at 1pm and the Corner boys at 2pm at Chapters.