Festivals & Events

Vibrant festivals and events take place throughout the year in the Lakelands Lough Derg region. Plan your visit around Féile Brian Boru or the Dromineer Literary Festival, whatever your interest is we have it covered.

Mountshannon Traditional Music Festival

A weekend of traditional music, song and dance with workshops, ceilis, song competition, concerts, junior sessions and Trad for Trocaire. Situated on the shores of Lough Derg, the picturesque village …
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Dromineer Literary Festival

The Dromineer Literary Festival is a celebration of writers and writing, providing opportunities for emerging writers with readings, exhibitions and workshops for both adults and teenagers.

The festival invites participants …
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Portumna Shorelines Arts Festival

Portumna’s Shorelines Arts Festival, The next festival will be September 2021

A feast of Music, Theatre, Film, Literature, Visual Art and Family Entertainment on the shores of the Shannon’s Lough …
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Terryglass Arts Festival

Terryglass Arts Festival is a multi-disciplinary arts festival celebrating creativity, talent, inspiration and enjoyment. 2015 will see the 17th edition of this festival, which takes place annually on the shores …
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Discover the Lakelands Lough Derg for your next holiday in Ireland. A majestic lake located between the counties of Clare, Tipperary and Galway, you will find activities to keep you entertained, accommodation to suit all budgets, heritage and culture waiting to be explored.
On the water activities include SUP (Stand Up Paddling), sailing, cruising, canoeing and fishing while on dry land we have some of the best walking routes in Ireland. From the linear routes of the Lough Derg Way & East Clare Way to the looped walks dotted around the Lakelands Lough Derg, you can enjoy magnificent scenery and sample delicious local food en route. It’s time for you to visit!