Tag: things to do in Sligo

Wild Atlantic Shanty Festival Returns This June with Music, Maritime Heritage and Family Fun

The Wild Atlantic Shanty Festival returns from 19th–21st June, sailing into its 16th year and bringing three days of music, entertainment and community celebration to  the heart of the local area.  Organised by volunteers from the RNLI Sligo Bay Lifeboat, the festival celebrates  maritime heritage and community spirit through traditional sea shanties, live  performances, family activities... Continue Reading →

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A Weekend of Little Detours

I had a lovely weekend out and about in Sligo, and it was so enjoyable I thought I'd tell you about it. I had no real plan on Saturday morning other than to see where the road took me. The weather wasn't great, but if I let the weather dictate what I did, I wouldn't... Continue Reading →

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The Sligo Bealtaine Festival, 2026

May is the month of the Bealtaine Festival, this is a nationwide event, celebrating creativity in older people. Sligo has so many events taking place across the county, it's a great way to try something new, or make new connections. Sligo County Council’s Arts Service Department plays a central role in shaping and delivering Bealtaine... Continue Reading →

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Sligo Comes Alive After 5

I love wandering Sligo town at night. The lights shimmer on the river, bats fly overhead, and there’s always music drifting from somewhere. You can catch a show, enjoy dinner, make new friends in one of the pubs, or simply soak up the atmosphere. On May 7th, things step up a notch with “Good Evening... Continue Reading →

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Things to do in Ballisodare

Just outside Sligo town is Ballisodare, so many people drive through it on their way to work, but it's a wonderful place to stop and spend a while, and recently I've found myself there quite often, so here are some suggestions of things to do. The Union Wood walk in Ballisodare is a gentle, family-friendly... Continue Reading →

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