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in Clare

There are hundreds of festivals and special events that take place in County Clare throughout the year. Below is a selection of the bigger events. TIP: Filter below to reflect your interests and the dates you are visiting.

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Ruan Summer Festival

Saturday, 1 August to Sunday, 2 August 2026

Ruan, North Clare

Ruan Summer Fest is all about bringing the community together for a great weekend of music, fun and activities for all the family.

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Feakle Festival of Traditional Irish Music

Wednesday, 5th August to Monday, 10th August, 2026

Feakle, East Clare

The Feakle festival is a globally renowned event on the world stage of traditional Irish music, song and dance.

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National Heritage Week in County Clare 2026

Saturday August 15 – Sunday August 23, 2026 (dates TBC)

County Clare

Celebrate Clare’s heritage during National Heritage Week — a nationwide celebration of the places and people that connect us to our past.

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Mullagh Show & Family Day

Sunday, 16th August, 2026

Mullagh, Co. Clare

It’s a community ran event showcasing the best agriculture and food in West Clare, combined with a fun day for family and entertainment to visitors in the area.

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Dan Furey Weekend of Set Dancing

Friday, 21 August to Sunday, 23 August 2026

Labasheeda, Co. Clare

A weekend of set dancing to the top céilí bands in Labasheeda, Co. Clare on the banks of the Shannon Estuary.

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Caherconnell International Furnace Festival

Saturday, 29th August, 2026

Carron, Co. Clare

Iron smelters and students from around the globe attend the Caherconnell International Furnace Festival to smelt Irish bog ore.

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Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival

Tuesday, 1 September to Wednesday, 30 September 2026

Lisdoonvarna, Co. Clare

Europe’s biggest singles festival occurs every September in Lisdoonvarna, with music and dancing in every bar.

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The Walker Cup 2026

Saturday September 5 – Sunday September 6, 2026

Lahinch, County Clare

Experience world-class golf in Co. Clare as Team USA and Great Britain & Ireland face off in the Walker Cup 2026 on Clare’s legendary Atlantic links.

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Amgen Irish Open 2026 – Trump International Golf Links, Doonbeg,

Thursday September 10 – Sunday September 13, 2026

Doonbeg, County Clare

Witness world-class golf in County Clare as the Amgen Irish Open 2026 makes its debut at Trump International Doonbeg, with four days of elite competition.

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