Sean McCarthy Memorial Weekend Festival 2026
31 Jul 2026 - 03 Aug 2026
Kerry, Ireland
A festival honouring the balladeer Sean McCarthy takes place in Finuge, Co. Kerry, every August Bank Holiday Weekend at the start of August.
It features a Ballad Competition and Story-Telling Competition, plus Slan Abhaile Rambling House on the Bank Holiday Monday. Live entertainment also takes place over the weekend at McCarthy's Bar & Beer Gardens in Finuge. The weekend aims to promote Irish music, culture, and the legacy of the legendary songwriter Sean McCarthy.
The annual ballad competition is one of the highlights of their calendar, attracting talented musicians and enthusiasts from near and far. For more details and competition entry details, go to Sean McCarthy Memorial Festival Website or follow us on our social media channels
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