Lecale Comhaltas

03/06/2026

🚨 SOLD OUT - in less than 24hours!!! 🚨

We are blown away 🤯
Tickets for the gig were snapped up in less than 24 hrs.

Huge thank you to everyone who grabbed a ticket 🙌

03/06/2026

🎶✨ Traditions & Tales Evening ✨🎶

Join us on Wednesday 17th June for a memorable evening celebrating the music, stories and heritage of Downpatrick and the Lecale Peninsula.

🎼 will captivate audiences with the beautiful sounds of the Irish Harp.
Playing since the age of seven, Maria is passionate about preserving the harp's ancient traditions and its enduring place in Irish culture.

🎵 Seamus McClean, a four-time All-Ireland Champion from Ards Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann will showcase his incredible talent on the Uilleann Pipes.
Having begun his musical journey on the tin whistle at just three years old, Seamus has fast become one of Ireland's most accomplished traditional musicians.

📖 ✨ Duane Fitzsimons aka will bring the legends, folklore and fascinating history of the Lecale Peninsula to life through his engaging storytelling. Discover the tales, characters and heritage that have shaped this unique corner of County Down.

🌟 Enjoy an evening filled with music, storytelling, local history and cultural discovery as we celebrate the traditions that continue to inspire and connect our community.

📅 Wednesday 17th June 2026
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⏰ 7pm
FREE ENTRY

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02/06/2026

Join us for a special evening of Irish traditional music featuring with support from

Music in the Glen brings together the exceptional talents of Brendan Mulholland, Conor Lamb and Deirdre Galway 🎵🎶.
Drawing on over 20 years of musical collaboration, the trio delivers the rhythm, energy and soul of Irish traditional music, shaped by performances on stages across the world 🌍 🙌

Opening the night, Clann Uí hUiginn will perform a lively mix of jigs, reels, ballads and marches to have toes tapping and hands clapping ready for Music in the Glen to raise the roof!

☘️ A night of outstanding musicianship, tradition and craic not to be missed!

Tickets are FREE, but limited,
Hurry 🏃‍♂️🏃🏽‍♀️💨 - make sure to secure your tickets today as this event is expected to sell out fast!

🎫 Ticket link is below:
🌐https://tinyurl.com/uw6a7xt8

02/06/2026

Maidin mhaith gach duine! ☀️

On Tuesday 16th June 7pm -8pm approx, two pop‑up Gaeltachts will be open on Market Street — right across from each other!

Whether you're taking your first steps with the language or you’re already fluent, there’s a space for everyone to join in the fun.

In The Kiln & Kettle Pottery Cafe Young Gaels, beginners, and learners can dive into Irish through games, pottery painting, and relaxed conversation—perfect for building confidence and having a bit of craic along the way.

Meanwhile, fluent speakers can gather in to mingle, catch up, and enjoy the natural flow of Irish in a friendly, welcoming setting.

We are delighted to also have dancers from the entertain in both Gaeltachts

The street will be buzzing with the sound of the Irish language, the aroma of great coffee ☕ and freshly baked treats, and of course—music! 🎵🎶🎻

Come along, soak up the atmosphere, and speak a cúpla focal!

Everyone is welcome - bígí linn! 🙌

01/06/2026

🎶 Join us for the Opening Ceremony of Fleadh Cheoil an Dúin! 🎶

🗓️ Monday 15th June
📍 Front Steps, The Saint Patrick Centre, Downpatrick

To kick off this year's Fleadh Cheoil an Dúin there will be:
💃 A spectacular display of Irish dancing from School of Irish Dance 🎻 Traditional Irish music 🎵 A world-class performance by St Joseph's Pipe Band Longstone

St Joseph's Pipe Band, Longstone have won the All-Ireland Pipe Band title twice, and are proudly celebrating their 125th anniversary this year – making this a performance not to be missed!

Should the weather not be on our side, all performances will move inside the Saint Patrick's Centre entrance 👍

Bring your family and friends and help us celebrate the start of Fleadh Cheoil an Dúin 🙌

Please share and help spread the word!



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31/05/2026

📢 FAO: Competitors

Please see the timetable/clár for this year's Fleadh Cheoil an Dúin competitions.

Please note that Pipe Band and Dancing competitions will be held on alternative dates in advance of the main competition days.

Competitors are encouraged to check the timetable carefully for their respective competition details.

The event booklet, which will include a full list of competitors, is currently receiving its final finishing touches before going to print. Details regarding its availability will be announced in due course.

We look forward to welcoming all competitors to this year's Fleadh and wish everyone taking part the very best of luck in their competitions.

Email queries to: [email protected]

31/05/2026

📢 FAO: Competitors

Please see the timetable/clár for this year's Fleadh Cheoil an Dúin competitions.

Please note that Pipe Band and Dancing competitions will be held on alternative dates in advance of the main competition days.

Competitors are encouraged to check the timetable carefully for their respective competition details.

The event booklet, which will include a full list of competitors, is currently receiving its final finishing touches before going to print. Details regarding its availability will be announced in due course.

We look forward to welcoming all competitors to this year's Fleadh and wish everyone taking part the very best of luck in their competitions.

Email queries to: [email protected]

22/05/2026

🙌 We are excited to announce the programme for Fleadh Cheoil an Dúin 2026!

Take a look 👀 and help us spread the word!

Fleadh Cheoil an Dúin is the annual County Down festival of Irish traditional music, song, dance, and culture, organised by Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann.

This year marks a special moment in local history as the County Fleadh will be held in Downpatrick for the very first time! 🎻✨

Fleadh Cheoil an Dúin is the first qualifying stage for competitors from County Down on the pathway to the Ulster and All-Ireland Fleadhanna!

Each year, hundreds of competitors — from young beginners to seasoned performers — take part in competitions across traditional music, singing, storytelling, comhrá gaeilge, and dancing.

Alongside the competitions, the town will come alive with sessions, céilís, workshops, family activities, and a fantastic festival atmosphere filled with music and culture.

There will be more regular announcements to follow, so stayed tuned for more details 💚












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Legends of Lecale Peninsula

14/05/2026

26/04/2026

🎶 It's 50 days to go until Fleadh Cheoil an Dúin comes to Downpatrick for the very first time!

We’re counting down to an incredible celebration of Irish Traditional Music, Culture, and Community in our County Town 🎉☘️🎵🎶💚

🎻 Stay tuned as the full programme will be announced in the coming days!