Donegal

Donegal

Lose yourself in some of the finest scenery Ireland has to offer

Glenveagh Castle
The heart of rural Donegal
Gweedore
Donegal Oysters

From left to right: Glenveagh Castle, The heart of rural Donegal, Gweedore, Donegal Oysters

If you long to get away from it all, then Donegal is the perfect spot. With soaring sea cliffs that plummet 300 metres, deserted white sandy beaches, jaw-dropping landscapes, excellent seafood and quiet cosy pubs, Donegal forces you to sit back, slow down and admire the view. 

But whether you want to opt for long rambling walks over rugged terrain, laze around on a scenic beach, or explore an ancient site, this spectacular county in Ireland’s  North West corner is hard to beat.

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The Irish Open

28 Jun 2012 - 01 Jul 2012

All roads lead to the North West this June as the ever popular Irish Open takes place in Royal Portrush. The setting provides a...

Stuck Inside of Moville - the DylanFest on the Lough

28 Jun 2012 - 08 Jul 2012

"DylanFest on the Lough will take place in the town's pubs all within easy walking distance of each other, as well as outside in...

Foyle Clipper Events

28 Jun 2012 - 08 Jul 2012

"The penultimate leg of the 2011-2012 Round-the-World Clipper yacht race starts in Moville's neighbouring town Greencastle (3...

Sea Sessions Surf and Music Festival 2012

29 Jun 2012 - 01 Jun 2012

"Sea Sessions Surf and Music Festival is right on the beach and you can check the surf and the sunset from the festival site. But...

Sea Sessions Surf and Music Festival 2011

29 Jun 2012 - 01 Jul 2012

Ireland’s only Surf/Music event brings its inimitable brand of boutique chic, funky fun and great music for three days of sensory...

Exploring the Environment of North West Ireland

30 Jun 2012 - 07 Jul 2012

Experienced guides lead an exploration of the natural and man-made environment of the North West coast of Donegal with morning...

Traditional Crafts of Ireland

30 Jun 2012 - 07 Jul 2012

A weeklong holiday course in Tapestry weaving and knitting taught by experienced craft workers displaying the intricate skills...

Moville Vintage Car Rally

01 Jul 2012 - 01 Jul 2012

The Moville Vintage Car Rally is now in its 38th year and is the longest running and one of the largest in County Donegal. The...

Earagail Arts Festival

07 Jul 2012 - 22 Jul 2012

A bilingual, multi-disciplinary festival offering a national and international programme of music, theatre, visual arts,...

Painting Holidays in Donegal

07 Jul 2012 - 14 Jul 2012

Painting courses for the beginner and improver in the coastal landscape of Southwest Donegal. The dramatic coastline of Sliabh...

Hillwalking in the Donegal Highlands

07 Jul 2012 - 16 Jul 2012

Hillwaking in the Donegal Highlands including Sliabh a'Liag, Port & Glenlough. Walks are with experienced guides knowledgeable on...

Ceili, Sets and Two Hand Dancing Weekend

13 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

A weekend of ceili, sets and two hand dancing in an intimate venue. Music provided by Danny Webster and calling by Clement...

Irish Traditional Music Workshops in Harp, Flute & Whistle

14 Jul 2012 - 21 Jul 2012

Explore traditional Irish music by learning harp, flute or whistle, taught by professional Irish musicians. This course consists...

Castle Cycles Mountain Bike Series 2012

15 Jul 2012 - 15 Jul 2012

The Donegal Mountain Biking Club are delighted to announce the Castle Cycles Mountain Bike Series 2012. This series is a 3-race...

Gap Triathlon

21 Jul 2012 - 21 Jul 2012

"The Gap Triathlon is a multidisciplinary sport that comprises of three events: swimming, cycling and running. The swim will take...

Irish Language & Culture Summer Festival

21 Jul 2012 - 28 Jul 2012

The Irish Language & Culture Summer Festival is a weeklong language & cultural festival with Irish language classes at all levels,...

Coastal Cancer Challenge

21 Jul 2012 - 21 Jul 2012

The Coastal Cancer Challenge will bring competitors over some of the most breathtaking scenery Donegal has to offer. It includes a...

Dunfanaghy August Fair

23 Jul 2012 - 02 Aug 2012

Dunfanghy August Fair is a long established highly successful community based festival that has been in existence for over 20...

Archaeology Summer Festival

28 Jul 2012 - 04 Aug 2012

"Explore the archaeology of South West Donegal - 5,000 years in stone with lectures, fieldtrips and workshops led by experts and...

The Annual Donegal Fiddle Summer School with Cairdeas na bhFidiléirí

30 Jul 2012 - 03 Aug 2012

"The long established Donegal Fiddle Summer School has catered for all levels of ability from absolute beginners to advanced...

Ballyshannon Folk & Traditional Festival

03 Aug 2012 - 05 Aug 2012

The 35th Annual Ballyshannon Folk and Traditional music festival is the place to be this August Bank Holiday Weekend as the sounds...

The Glen River Summer Festival

03 Aug 2012 - 19 Aug 2012

For 15 years the Glen River Summer Festival has entertained locals and visitors alike with its mix of walks, traditional & country...

Walking and Talking in Donegal

03 Aug 2012 - 06 Aug 2012

"Weekend walking tour of County Donegal including Fanad peninsula coastal walk, Glenveagh National Park, Ards Forest Park,...

Féile Cheoil Chill Chartha – Kilcar Fleadh

04 Aug 2012 - 11 Aug 2012

"A weeklong festival of music, song & dance, suitable for all ages. Workshops include those in Irish language; fiddle; accordion;...

Errigal International Youth Tour 2012

04 Aug 2012 - 06 Aug 2012

Errigal Cycling Club in conjunction with Cycling Ireland are hosting the largest Youth Cycling event in Ireland this summer in...

Loinneog Lúnasa

10 Aug 2012 - 12 Aug 2012

Loinneog Lúnasa celebrates the Musical and cultural heritage of Gaoth Dobhair. There are few areas in Ireland that can boast such...

Letterkenny Live

10 Aug 2012 - 12 Aug 2012

"Free live on-street music in the centre of Letterkenny with top bands and acts spread over the weekend. Featuring a mix of local...

The Danny Webster Ceili, Sets and Barn Dance Weekend 2012

10 Aug 2012 - 12 Aug 2012

The Danny Webster Ceili, Sets and Barn Dance Weekend 2012 is a weekend dedicated to traditional music and dance with a little bit...

Sliabh Liag Hillwalking Festival

31 Aug 2012 - 02 Sep 2012

"Sliabh Liag Hillwalking Festival is an annual event on Sliabh Liag. This beautiful remote peninsula on the South West coast of...

West Coast Challenge

03 Sep 2012 - 06 Sep 2012

The West Coast Challenge is a golf competition played on Bundoran, Strandhill, Enniscrone and Donegal Golf Clubs. It’s a four day...

Dunfanaghy Jazz and Blues Festival 2012

13 Sep 2012 - 16 Sep 2012

"Dunfanaghy Jazz and Blues Festival will celebrate its 5th anniversary with 4 days of world renowned music acts, both local and...

GAP Challenge Active Adventure Race 2012

29 Sep 2012 - 29 Sep 2012

"GAP Challenge Active Adventure Race 2012 is a multidisciplinary event that consists of three events: kayaking, cycling and...

The Big Ramble

05 Oct 2012 - 07 Oct 2012

"All are welcome to attend Dunfanaghy's third year of the Big Ramble Walking Festival. There is something for everyone with two...

The Annual Fiddlers Gathering Weekend with Cairdeas na bhFidiléirí

05 Oct 2012 - 07 Oct 2012

The Annual Fiddlers Gathering Weekend with Cairdeas na bhFidiléirí will celebrate its 30th year mainly based in The Highland's...

Allingham Arms Hotel October Country Music Festival Weekend

26 Oct 2012 - 29 Oct 2012

A must for all country music lovers! Dance the weekend away to some of Ireland's top country music entertainers at The Allingham...

Walking and Talking in Donegal

26 Oct 2012 - 29 Oct 2012

"Weekend walking tour of County Donegal including Fanad peninsula coastal walk, Glenveagh National Park, Ards Forest Park,...

Gap Fireworks

27 Oct 2012 - 27 Oct 2012

The spectacular Gap Fireworks Display on Narin Beach has been running for the last eight years. It begins at 9pm sharp. This event...

Oireachtas na Samhna 2012

30 Oct 2012 - 04 Nov 2012

"Is Gaeltacht ann féin é an tOireachtas a bhíonn ag taisteal na tíre bliain i ndiaidh bliana ag ceiliúradh ealaíona traidisiúnta...

Allingham Arts Association Festival

08 Nov 2012 - 11 Nov 2012

This is an Arts festival with activities for people of all ages and interests. As all related events take place within the town of...

2nd Gallagher Global Gathering

06 Sep 2013 - 14 Sep 2013

2nd Gallagher Global Gathering in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal from 6th September to 14th September 2013. Gallaghers from all over the...

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The Glenveagh Stay

 


Experience 4* Luxury with overnight Bed & Super Buffet Breakfast at the Radisson Blu Hotel Letterkenny.

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A Day out of the Ordinary...

 


Experience prayer, reflection and fulfillment while being isolated from the modern world.

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Donegal Coastal Walking Adventures

 


Discover the beauty of the Donegal landscape on a midweek walking adventure and explore the spectacular landscape around...

Golfing break in Sheephaven Bay Dunfanaghy

 


Discover the beauty of Sheephaven Bay Donegal on a relaxing three day break combined with two rounds of golf at nearby...

3 Night Super Break

 


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Go Donegal for Ladies Golfing

 


Enjoy Two Nights B&B and One Evening Meal and a round of Golf in Letterkenny's Parkland Golf Course at the Station House Hotel...

2 NIGHT BREAK WITH FREE MINI FACIAL

 


2 nights accommodation with full Irish breakfast each morning and Dinner on one night PLUS a free mini facial per...

Donegal Bay Coastline Natural Break

 


Package includes: 2 Night Accommodation at the Atlantic Apartotel, 18 hole golf at Bundoran Golf Club Championship Links and...

Home-Made Holiday Package

 


Check-in Sunday for 4 Night’s B&B incl. Carvery Lunch on Sunday Afternoon, Self Guided Walk, Cookery Demonstration, Wine...

Dunfanaghy Festival of Traditional Irish Music 6th - 8th July 2/B/B/1Dinner

 


Discover the beauty of the Donegal landscape at the Arnold Family hotel overlooking Sheephaven Bay, renowned for excellent...

2 Nights B&B and One Evening Meal

 


Our concept is simple…consistent reliable excellence coupled with a warm welcome and relaxing ambience.

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The Irish Open

 


From 28th June to 1st July 2012 sees the Irish Open being staged at the Royal Portrush Golf Club in Co. Antrim

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Learn to Surf Package

 


Weekend 2 Night Stay: €80 per person sharing (Excludes Bank Hols).

Package includes a 2 Night Stay at Atlantic...

Explore the Highlands and Headlands of Donegal - €250 pps

 


Enjoy weekend walks in Donegal, taking in Glenveagh National Park and the wonders of the Fanad peninsula.

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5* Golf Package with Spa treatment at Lough Eske Castle

 


Stay at Lough Eske Castle midweek for two night’s B&B with a Full Irish breakfast daily, Dinner for two on one evening of your...

Unwind this Summer at Rathmullan House

 


Renew your senses and relax this summer at Rathmullan House.

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Sea Sessions Surf & Music Festival Package

 


Stay at the Atlantic Apartotel Bundoran and let your hair down at the Sea Sessions Music Festival!

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Golfers Midweek Paradise

 


The perfect way to relax.

Enjoy 2 nights bed and a hearty full Irish Breakfast plus 1 four course evening meal and...

Discover Donegal's Delights

 

•2 /3 nights Bed & Traditional Irish Breakfast •4 Course Meal in The Strawberry Garden Restaurant •Ticket to Glenveagh National...

There's a big child in all of us...

 


How well do you know your Mother or Father, Son or Daughter?

Now is your opportunity to explore these relationships...

Ireland's Language & Culture - Adult Courses

 


Take a 7 day traditional Irish Language or cultural course and receive a discount on course fees

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Traditional 3 Day Pilgrimage

 


The most challenging pilgrimage in the Christian world, a three-day pilgrimage on an Isolated lake in Co. Donegal will present...

Topless on the west coast

 


Golden Oldies Self-Drive Classics are offering visitors a chance to see the Donegal countryside in style.

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Walking breaks in Co Donegal

 


Accommodation for 2 persons with breakfast each morning at Arnolds Hotel, dinner on one night, walking guide book and a packed...

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Did you know?

County Donegal is famous for its inspirational music. So it’s not surprising that it’s the birthplace of Enya, Clannad, Rory Gallagher and Daniel O'Donnell, with millions of record sales between them!