Ballybunion Arts Festival is an independent, homegrown bilingual festival celebrating traditional and indigenous art and performance.

The Dingle Druid – Julí Ní Mhaoileóin – will be opening the festival. She is a transpersonal therapist and ceremonialist who weaves spiritual traditions, indigenous plant lore, and rituals into her heartfelt ceremonies.

A Drum Circle by Drum Dance Ireland welcomes everyone wishing to share a night of rhythm and song around the fire with likeminded people and it will be spiced up by Kate Mitchel’s fire performance.

Áine Gallagher, Ireland’s offbeat guerrilla Irish language enthusiast, will bring her unique “cup of focals” (cup of full words), creating an engaging and accessible Irish language experience for all.

Practice A Cúpla Focal With The Kerry Cowboy (Séaghan Ó Súilleabháin) during a free event for Irish speakers to chat and enjoy music on Sunday. Kerry Cowboy began sharing farm life on social media in 2020 with his sheepdog Braindí, gaining over 200,000 followers and launching a TV career. He promotes the Irish language and heritage at events nationwide and beyond, offering insights into rural life.

Local historian Martin Moore will discuss the historical ruins of the Ballybunion district.

Aedín Ní Thiarnaigh, a broadcaster, writer, and folklorist, known for presenting RTÉ’s ‘Faoi Bhláth’ and running the popular Instagram account @BlathannaFiaine, will offer a popular Wildflower Walk highlighting the link between Irish wildflowers and Irish heritage, sharing tips how wild plants can be used in cooking, medicine and art.

Eco Trek at the Barna Way & Supper With Danny Hoolihan, will allow you to stroll and share a song or creative offering relating to nature in return for food from the land.

Enjoy your asanas with the sound of the sea and sign up for Yoga, Swim, Cake With Cathy Healy On Men’s Strand.

Niall Breslin, a prominent mental health advocate, bestselling author, musician, and former professional athlete, brings his captivating live podcasts and shares his expertise in mindfulness to diverse audiences, including global organizations like Apple and Google. With degrees in Economics and Sociology, a Master’s in Mindfulness, and recognition from the Royal College of Surgeons, Niall is a leading voice in mental wellness.

The Community Centre will host the two main music acts:

Hamsandwich – a popular indie rock band from Kells will play on Saturday, promoting their fifth album. They are well known for their incendiary live performances which has established them as one of the top touring acts in the country.

Folk duo Ger O’Donnell & Trevor Sexton, renowned for their distinctive vocals and instrumental talent, are set to captivate their home audiences with an upcoming Sunday show following their successful US and European tours.