The Drogheda Traditional Music Weekend returns for its 28th year, running from Friday, November 22 to Sunday, November 24, showcasing some of Ireland’s finest traditional singers and musicians alongside well-known local talent.
Festival Highlights
Friday, Nov 22
8 PM: The festivities kick off with a singing concert featuring Gilly Cullen, Maedbh Mulligan, Patrick, and Kevin Branigan at The Morning Star, Tullyallen. Tickets: €5.
Saturday, Nov 23
10:30 AM: Vivienne Conway presents an illustrated talk on the Drogheda Harp Festival of 1842 at Highlanes Gallery, accompanied by harpist Jaymee Martin. Free entry.
2 PM: Folk legend Terry Woods in conversation with poet Peter Fallon at the historic Tholsel. Free entry.
8 PM: Headline concert with Matt Molloy, John Carthy, and Brian McGrath, with support from Máire Ní Choilm, honoring Caitlín Bean Uí Chairbre at Droichead Arts Centre. Tickets: €20.
Sunday, Nov 24
12 PM: Beyond the Veil workshop with Elizabeth Healy on traditional Revenant Songs at Droichead Arts Centre. Free entry.
3 PM: Sets Céilí featuring The Templehouse Trio at McHugh’s. Tickets: €10
3 PM: An open singing session with Eva and Paula Carroll at Droichead Arts Centre. Tickets: €5.
The weekend also features an outreach programme in local schools with renowned musicians Zoe Conway, John McIntyre, and Louise Mulcahy.
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