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SUMMARY:Eimear McGeown\, Rita Farrell & Sinéad Egan
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 18th July 2026 | 1:00pm | An Cuan\, Rostrevor\nFiddlers Green Festival is delighted to present a special afternoon concert featuring three exceptional musicians from the worlds of Irish traditional and contemporary acoustic music — Eimear McGeown\, Rita Farrell\, and Sinéad Egan. \nInternationally acclaimed flautist Eimear McGeown has established herself as one of the world’s most versatile performers across both classical and Irish flute traditions. Her remarkable career has taken her to prestigious stages throughout Europe\, Asia\, and the Americas\, including performances at BBC’s Last Night of the Proms\, Carnegie Hall in New York\, and the Library of Congress in Washington D.C. \nJoining Eimear is acclaimed London-born uilleann piper Rita Farrell\, whose deep connection to Irish traditional music has earned her recognition both in Ireland and internationally. An accomplished flute and piano player as well as an award-winning piper\, Rita’s expressive musicianship and mastery of the pipes have made her a highly respected figure within the traditional music community. \nCompleting the trio is guitarist\, pianist\, and singer-songwriter Sinéad Egan\, whose musical upbringing between London and Ireland immersed her in Irish traditional music from an early age. Influenced by legendary accompanists such as Kevin Taylor and Paddy Gallagher\, Sinéad has developed a distinctive and sensitive style that beautifully complements traditional and contemporary song alike. \nTogether\, these three outstanding performers promise an afternoon of exceptional musicianship\, rich collaboration\, and captivating traditional music in the intimate surroundings of An Cuan.
URL:https://fiddlersgreenfestival.com/acts/eimear-mcgeown-rita-farrell-sinead-egan/
LOCATION:An Cuan\, 44 Shore Rd\, Rostervor\, Down\, BT34 3ET\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:An Cuan,Fiddlers '26,Irish Music,Live Act
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SUMMARY:Live Music in the Square- Sat 18th July
DESCRIPTION:Fiddlers Green Festival – 2026 – Outdoor Stage Sat 18th July\n12:45 – 2:00: Amanda Fawn \n2:15 – 3:15: Paddy Maguire \n3:30 – 4:30: Allison McGrath \n4:30 – 6:30: Rossi Running event \n6:30 – 7:55: Fáinne \n8:15 – 10:00: Coscan
URL:https://fiddlersgreenfestival.com/acts/live-music-in-the-square-sat-18th-july/
LOCATION:The Square\, Rostrevor\, 16 The Square\, Rostrevor\, Down\, BT34\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fiddlers '26,Irish Music,Live Act,The Square
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T011153
CREATED:20250419T140000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T110943Z
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SUMMARY:Duck Derby
DESCRIPTION:Thee Annual Event of the Summer! Not to be Missed!\n\nThis has been an annual event in Rostrevor’s beautiful Fairy Glen since the 1980s to fundraise for St Bronagh’s GAA.  \nCheer on your rubber duck as it competes to be first to make it down the Fairy Glen! \nVenue: Fairy Glen \nTime: 15:00 \nDucks (Tickets) can be bought from any member of the GAA or on the day at the Event.\nMessage their Facebook page here: Rostrevor GAA \n 
URL:https://fiddlersgreenfestival.com/acts/duck-derby/
LOCATION:Fairy Glen\, 38 Bridge Street\, Rostrevor\, Down\, BT34 3BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fairy Glen,Fiddlers '26
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SUMMARY:Daoirí Farrell
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 18th July 2026 | 4:00pm | An Cuan\, Rostrevor\nFiddlers Green Festival is proud to welcome one of Ireland’s leading traditional singers\, Daoirí Farrell\, to Rostrevor for a very special performance in An Cuan. \nA product of Dublin’s renowned An Góilín Traditional Singers Club\, Daoirí has become one of the most important voices in contemporary Irish folk music. Since launching his solo career at Celtic Connections in 2016\, he has earned widespread acclaim for his powerful singing\, masterful bouzouki playing\, and deeply authentic interpretation of Irish traditional song. \nAn All-Ireland Champion Singer\, Daoirí has received numerous nominations from both the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and RTÉ Radio 1 Folk Awards\, alongside recognition from audiences and critics throughout the folk music world. His music has drawn praise from legendary figures including Christy Moore\, who remarked that “Daoirí has assumed the mantle of Luke Kelly\,” while broadcaster Mark Radcliffe simply described him as “What a voice.” \nCombining traditional ballads\, political songs\, humour\, storytelling\, and contemporary relevance\, Daoirí Farrell’s live performances are celebrated for their honesty\, warmth\, and emotional depth. Whether performing unaccompanied or with bouzouki in hand\, he brings a commanding presence and a profound respect for Ireland’s rich singing tradition. \nAudiences at Fiddlers Green Festival can expect an unforgettable afternoon from one of the finest traditional singers of his generation.
URL:https://fiddlersgreenfestival.com/acts/daoiri-farrell/
LOCATION:An Cuan\, 44 Shore Rd\, Rostervor\, Down\, BT34 3ET\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:An Cuan,Fiddlers '26,Irish Music,Live Act
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260718T230000
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SUMMARY:Lúnasa
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 18th July 2026 | 7:30pm | St Bronagh’s Social Club\, Rostrevor\nFiddlers Green Festival is honoured to welcome Lúnasa\, one of the most influential and celebrated bands in the history of Irish traditional music\, for a very special concert in Rostrevor. \nFormed in 1997 and named after the ancient Celtic harvest festival honouring the god Lugh\, Lúnasa emerged from members of some of Ireland’s most iconic traditional groups and quickly established themselves as a revolutionary force within contemporary folk music. Combining exceptional musicianship\, dynamic rhythms\, and innovative arrangements\, they have helped redefine Irish traditional music for audiences around the world. \nOver nearly three decades\, Lúnasa have sold more than a quarter of a million records and performed more than 2\,500 concerts across 36 countries\, appearing at prestigious venues and festivals including Carnegie Hall\, The Hollywood Bowl\, Glastonbury Festival\, and Bercy Arena in Paris. \nTheir performances continue to combine tradition with innovation\, delivering an energy and musical brilliance that has made them one of Ireland’s most admired and internationally recognised traditional bands.
URL:https://fiddlersgreenfestival.com/acts/lunasa/
LOCATION:St Bronaghs Social Club\, 5-7 Mary St\, Rostrevor\, Down\, BT34 3AY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fiddlers '26,Irish Music,Live Act,St Bronagh's Social Club
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SUMMARY:Rainbow Walk
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 19th July: Bus @ 9:30\nRainbow Walk:\nThis was originally a very popular walk but the paths became very muddy due to overuse and it had to be abandoned. However all of the paths have now received an excellent upgrade. We get a bus up to the Yellow Water and then climb up to the Red Bog and then make our way through the forest to the Green Road and then back to Rostrevor. \nDuration: 4 hours\nDistance 10km\nHighest Point: 340m\nLevel: Moderate\nCharge: FREE \nFiddler’s Green Walking Festival \nAll of these walks will be in the moderate to difficult category. There will be many steep climbs and ascents and many sections are over rough ground so good walking boots or trail runners are highly recommended. If you are not an experienced walker then walking poles would be very useful. \nYou should also wear waterproof clothing and carry a good waterproof jacket. Please check the forecast in advance to find out conditions for each day. \nIt is extremely important that you also carry some drinking water\, a packed lunch and some high energy snacks. \nAs we will often be crossing private land with livestock on them\, dogs are not allowed\, except on the wind up/ wind down walk. We operate a strictly “leave no trace” policy. \nAll walks are guided and there will only be a small charge to cover the cost of buses as required. \nBuses will be from the Square in the centre of the village. Please note times of each walk.
URL:https://fiddlersgreenfestival.com/acts/rainbow-walk/
LOCATION:The Square\, Rostrevor\, 16 The Square\, Rostrevor\, Down\, BT34\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fiddlers '26,Fiddlers Green Festival Walks,The Square
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SUMMARY:Matt Benson
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 19th July 2026 | 1:00pm | An Cuan\, Rostrevor\nFiddlers Green Festival is delighted to welcome Belfast singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Matt Benson to An Cuan for what promises to be a captivating afternoon of soul\, storytelling\, and exceptional musicianship. \nMatt’s remarkable musical journey began in unusual circumstances — after an explosion at his father’s Belfast music store led him to a salvaged trombone that would shape his future. Drawn early towards jazz and live performance\, he later earned a scholarship to study music in London before immersing himself in the rich and unpredictable world of the city’s music scene. \nHis career has included performances with electro-swing favourites Sam and The Womp\, tours alongside ska legends Bad Manners\, appearances with The Pogues\, Brian May\, and Coolio\, before eventually joining George Ezra’s touring band and performing on arena stages and major festivals around the world\, including Glastonbury. \nAlongside these experiences\, Matt developed his own songwriting voice\, culminating in the acclaimed album Sit Back Down Again\, recorded at Camden Studios in Dublin with producer Cian Boylan. Blending New Orleans soul\, 1960s rhythm and blues\, rich storytelling\, and deeply personal songwriting\, the album explores themes of love\, loss\, ambition\, and finding direction through life’s challenges. \nWith a voice full of warmth and character and songs that balance emotional honesty with vivid storytelling\, Matt Benson brings a unique sound and presence to this year’s Fiddlers Green Festival.
URL:https://fiddlersgreenfestival.com/acts/matt-benson/
LOCATION:An Cuan\, 44 Shore Rd\, Rostervor\, Down\, BT34 3ET\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:An Cuan,Fiddlers '26,Irish Music,Live Act
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T220000
DTSTAMP:20260526T011153
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T165143Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music in the Square- Sun 19th July
DESCRIPTION:Fiddlers Green Festival – 2026 – Outdoor Stage Sun 19th July\n1:00 – 2:30: The Blueskatz \n2:50 – 4:20: Maria Nickolay \n4:35 – 5:35: \n6:00 – 7:00: California Irish \n8:00 – 10:00: Cloughmór Ceili Band
URL:https://fiddlersgreenfestival.com/acts/live-music-in-the-square-sun-19th-july/
LOCATION:The Square\, Rostrevor\, 16 The Square\, Rostrevor\, Down\, BT34\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fiddlers '26,Irish Music,Live Act,The Square
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T183000
DTSTAMP:20260526T011153
CREATED:20260511T163328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T163439Z
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SUMMARY:Eleanor McEvoy
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 19th July 2026 | 4:00pm | An Cuan\, Rostrevor\nFiddlers Green Festival is honoured to welcome one of Ireland’s most celebrated songwriters\, Eleanor McEvoy\, for a very special afternoon concert in An Cuan. \nBest known for writing A Woman’s Heart\, the title track of the best-selling Irish album of all time\, Eleanor has spent decades establishing herself as one of the most distinctive and respected voices in contemporary Irish music. Her songs\, rich in honesty\, emotion\, and storytelling\, continue to resonate with audiences around the world and across generations. \nA graduate of Trinity College Dublin with an honours degree in music\, Eleanor began her career as a violinist with the National Symphony Orchestra before leaving the classical world behind to pursue songwriting and performance full time. Since then\, she has built an acclaimed international career spanning sixteen albums\, performances worldwide\, and collaborations with many of Ireland’s leading artists. \nHer songs have been recorded by performers including Emmylou Harris\, Mary Black\, Mary Coughlan\, Phil Coulter\, Eliza Carthy\, and Saint Sister\, while her music continues to reach new audiences through television and film\, most recently featuring in the acclaimed series Derry Girls. \nEleanor’s most recent album\, Gimme Some Wine\, further showcases her gift for lyrical storytelling and melodic songwriting\, combining deeply personal reflection with warmth\, wit\, and emotional depth. \nAudiences at Fiddlers Green Festival can expect an intimate and unforgettable performance from one of Ireland’s finest singer-songwriters.
URL:https://fiddlersgreenfestival.com/acts/eleanor-mcevoy/
LOCATION:An Cuan\, 44 Shore Rd\, Rostervor\, Down\, BT34 3ET\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:An Cuan,Fiddlers '26,Irish Music,Live Act
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260719T230000
DTSTAMP:20260526T011153
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T180024Z
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SUMMARY:The Sands Family 2026
DESCRIPTION:Sunday 19th July 2026 | 7:30pm | St Bronagh’s Social Club\, Rostrevor\nFiddlers Green Festival is proud to welcome home The Sands Family\, Ireland’s first family of folk and the musical heart of the festival since its very beginning. \nBorn\, raised\, and based in County Down\, The Sands Family have spent decades sharing songs\, stories\, humour\, and music rooted deeply in Irish tradition and community life. Their influence on Irish folk music has extended far beyond Ireland\, helping inspire and shape the worldwide appreciation of Irish traditional and folk music over generations. \nFew acts are more closely connected to the spirit and identity of Fiddlers Green Festival. From the festival’s earliest days\, The Sands Family have been central to its creation\, growth\, and enduring sense of warmth and welcome. Their performances continue to capture the unique atmosphere that has made the festival so loved by audiences from near and far. \nBlending beautiful harmonies\, storytelling\, humour\, and heartfelt songs\, a concert by The Sands Family is both deeply personal and universally resonant. Whether performing traditional songs\, original compositions\, or sharing memories and reflections from a lifetime in music\, they create an unforgettable evening filled with laughter\, emotion\, and connection. \nTheir annual return to Rostrevor remains one of the most cherished traditions of the Fiddlers Green Festival.
URL:https://fiddlersgreenfestival.com/acts/the-sands-family/
LOCATION:St Bronaghs Social Club\, 5-7 Mary St\, Rostrevor\, Down\, BT34 3AY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fiddlers '26,Irish Music,Live Act,St Bronagh's Social Club
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T011153
CREATED:20250512T102833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T130746Z
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SUMMARY:Wind up/Wind down Walk
DESCRIPTION:Monday 20th July: Meet at Fairy Glen Entrance @ 12:00 noon\nWind up/Wind down Walk\nFor a number of years\, on the day after the Festival finished the Fiddler’s Green committee and a few of the visiting regulars got together and walked to the top of Slieve Martin\, the highest peak overlooking Rostrevor. Along the way a few songs were sung\, poems recited and beverages consumed as a way to relax after our hectic week. It has now become an extra festival event extending us into a ninth day. From the Fairy Glen we head up past the café to the River Walk and then on by Cloughmor to Slieve Martin. After some respite at the Cairn\, you can head back down via the Zigzags\, at your own pace to the village where a small session can be found in one of our many fine hostelries. Although it is a fairly high climb it can be done at a relatively slow pace and for the less fit there is an opportunity to start at the high car park. \nDuration: 2 hours\nDistance 7km\nHighest Point: 485m\nLevel: Easy to Moderate\nCharge: FREE \nFiddler’s Green Walking Festival \nAll of these walks will be in the moderate to difficult category. There will be many steep climbs and ascents and many sections are over rough ground so good walking boots or trail runners are highly recommended. If you are not an experienced walker then walking poles would be very useful. \nYou should also wear waterproof clothing and carry a good waterproof jacket. Please check the forecast in advance to find out conditions for each day. \nIt is extremely important that you also carry some drinking water\, a packed lunch and some high energy snacks. \nAs we will often be crossing private land with livestock on them\, dogs are not allowed\, except on the wind up/ wind down walk. We operate a strictly “leave no trace” policy. \nAll walks are guided and there will only be a small charge to cover the cost of buses as required. \nBuses will be from the Square in the centre of the village. Please note times of each walk.
URL:https://fiddlersgreenfestival.com/acts/wind-up-wind-down-walk/
LOCATION:Fairy Glen\, 38 Bridge Street\, Rostrevor\, Down\, BT34 3BG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Fairy Glen,Fiddlers '26,Fiddlers Green Festival Walks
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