With a packed programmed of popular musicians from Ireland and beyond, the Ballyshannon Folk and Traditional Festival is a lively event that attracts music fans from across Europe. During the weekend event there are a number of open-air concerts and budding musicians can participate in friendly workshops. The music continues on the streets of Ballyshannon with impromptu performances as musicians and bands hone their sets for the fun, busking competition. What began as a small town festival in the 1978 has now grown into one of the region's biggest and most popular folk and traditional music festivals that involves the whole community.

Times
Various. A full programme is available from the organiser website prior to the event.