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Ireland’s Unmissable 2025 Festivals – From Ancient Traditions to Wild Modern Spectacles

Last updated: August 9, 2025 10:37 am
Amelia James
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Spraoi International Street Arts Festival – WaterfordFéile an Phobail – West BelfastFleadh Cheoil na hÉireann – WexfordPuck Fair – Killorglin, Co. KerryKilkenny Arts FestivalRose of Tralee – Co. KerryOuld Lammas Fair – Ballycastle, Co. AntrimDublin Fringe FestivalClonakilty Guitar FestivalBere Island Arts Festival – Co. CorkNational Ploughing Championships – Co. OffalyDublin Theatre FestivalClonmel Applefest – North TipperaryGalway International Oyster & Seafood FestivalFestival of History – DublinDingle Food FestivalBallinasloe Horse Fair – Co. GalwayGalway Comedy FestivalDerry Halloween FestivalPúca Halloween Festival – Trim & AthboyWexford Opera Festival

From age-old fairs to cutting-edge performances, Ireland’s summer and autumn festival calendar for 2025 is brimming with music, art, food and unforgettable craic.

Whether you’re after traditional céilís, avant-garde theatre, seafood feasts or Halloween pageantry, there’s something to lure every wanderer to the Emerald Isle over the coming months.

Spraoi International Street Arts Festival – Waterford

1–3 August

For three decades, Waterford has transformed into an open-air stage for acrobatics, theatre, music and dazzling street spectacles. The much-loved parade winds through medieval streets, featuring hundreds of costumed performers, striking floats and live bands.

This year’s bill includes The Knockadollys Big Band’s inventive blend of tradition and innovation; The Always Marching Drinking Band with their irreverent Mediterranean flair; Electro 28’s whimsical The Frame; and Tête de Mules Compagnie’s daring Parasite Circus. More: spraoi.com

Féile an Phobail – West Belfast

31 July – 10 August

Now in its 37th year, this community-powered celebration champions music, theatre, comedy and cultural pride. From Irish-language workshops to the Feile Country Fest headlined by Nathan Carter and Lisa McHugh, it’s a packed programme spread across multiple venues. More: feilebelfast.com

Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann – Wexford

3–10 August

The ultimate gathering for Irish traditional music. Expect concerts, céilís, parades and lively pub sessions across the county, with acts including Martin Hayes, Danceperados of Ireland and Pierce Turner’s O’Riada. More: fleadhcheoil.ie

Puck Fair – Killorglin, Co. Kerry

10–12 August

One of Ireland’s oldest festivals, possibly pre-Christian. Street markets, music, fireworks and late-night sessions keep this ancient tradition alive.

Kilkenny Arts Festival

7–17 August

Ten days of theatre, classical music, poetry, outdoor installations and world-class performances. Standouts include The More Beautiful World with Ciarán Hinds, and the premiere of Custom of the Coast at St Canice’s Cathedral. More: kilkennyarts.ie

Rose of Tralee – Co. Kerry

15–19 August

A global beauty and culture celebration based on the famous 19th-century love song. Contestants from Ireland and the diaspora compete for the coveted title. More: roseoftralee.ie

Ould Lammas Fair – Ballycastle, Co. Antrim

23–26 August

Four centuries old, this bustling fair fills the streets with stalls selling everything from fresh produce to quirky bric-a-brac. There’s a hint of romance, too — as one man named Lammasfair Rossman shared, his parents met at the event, leading to his unforgettable name. More: visitcausewaycoastandglens.com

Dublin Fringe Festival

6–21 September

Eighty-five events. Thirty-six venues. Nearly 500 performances. With a theme of Be Brave. Be Bold. Be Wild. Be Here, the 2025 edition features daring circus acts like Kundle Cru’s Birds and interactive art experiences from Clara McSweeney and Mel Galley. More: fringefest.com

Clonakilty Guitar Festival

17–21 September

Two decades of guitar mastery, from Roy Harper to emerging Irish talents, plus free music trails across town. More: clonguitarfest.com

Bere Island Arts Festival – Co. Cork

18–21 September

Art, poetry, music — all set against the spectacular backdrop of Bantry Bay. More: bereislandartsfestival.ie

National Ploughing Championships – Co. Offaly

16–18 September

Seven hundred acres of rural spectacle — from precision ploughing to sheepdog trials and farming fashion. A true Glastonbury for the agricultural world. More: npa.ie

Dublin Theatre Festival

25 September – 12 October

Since 1957, this event has drawn international and Irish productions to the capital. The 2025 programme will be unveiled soon. More: dublintheatrefestival.ie

Clonmel Applefest – North Tipperary

25–28 September

Local food heritage is celebrated with foraging walks, cooking demos and live music.

Galway International Oyster & Seafood Festival

26–28 September

As the Sunday Times called it, “one of the 12 greatest shows on earth”. The world’s oldest oyster festival brings parades, shucking championships, seafood trails and a Mardi Gras through the city.

Festival of History – Dublin

26 September – 12 October

Talks, debates and workshops with leading historians at the Mansion House.

Dingle Food Festival

3–5 October

Food tastings, local produce and a focus on zero waste in one of Ireland’s most picturesque towns.

Ballinasloe Horse Fair – Co. Galway

5–11 October

Europe’s oldest horse fair, alive with auctions, dog shows, music and markets.

Galway Comedy Festival

21–27 October

Dylan Moran, Emma Doran and Rhod Gilbert headline one of Ireland’s biggest comedy events.

Derry Halloween Festival

28–31 October

Europe’s Halloween capital offers four nights of parades, pyrotechnics and folklore-inspired performances. The Carnival Parade on 31 October promises “a fearsome display of magic and mayhem”.
More: derryhalloween.com

Púca Halloween Festival – Trim & Athboy

30 October – 2 November

Celebrating the myths of Ireland’s Ancient East, with music, storytelling and the spectacular Púca Great Fire.

Wexford Opera Festival

17 October – 1 November

The 74th edition explores Myths & Legends through productions of Le Trouvère, Deidamia and The Magic Fountain.

Ireland’s 2025 festival line-up is a rich tapestry of history, culture and unrestrained celebration — and there’s no better way to experience the country’s spirit than by diving headfirst into the craic.

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ByAmelia James
Ever-curious and always on the pulse, she delves into everything from celeb gossip to the nitty-gritty of UK policies. With a background in communications, she loves breaking down complex topics into bite-sized, engaging reads. If there’s a scandal brewing in Westminster or a viral moment taking over social media, she’s got the inside scoop.
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