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Blow your mind with an unmissable combination of history, tradition, stunning scenery and thrilling outdoor activities

  • Killarney National Park, Co Kerry

    Authentic Ireland 

    The West Coast exudes a romance like nowhere else in Ireland. It boasts an unsurpassable beauty and wild drama that is inextricably linked to the region’s culture, traditions and people. From the towering sea cliffs in Donegal and Clare, which are mercilessly beaten by the Atlantic Ocean, to the serene beauty of the Killarney National Park  and the Beara Way . Ablaze with colour, the West Coast offers a chance to really get away from it all, to stand on the edge and face nature in all its glory. Here, you can climb mountains, travel to remote islands, explore quiet bays or discover ancient limestone landscapes. Most important, though, in the West Coast you can experience authentically Irish culture and traditions, from the vibrant Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) region and its lively céilÍs (Irish dancing) to the multitude of festivals that celebrate the history and heritage of this fascinating region. This is also a place where relaxation comes easily. How about some downtime in a colourful fishing village with friendly locals or a weekend enjoying exceptional seafood in Ireland’s gourmet capital – Kinsale? Whatever you want to do, you can do it in the West Coast.

    The West Coast region incorporates parts of the following counties: Sligo, Leitrim, Galway, Mayo, Donegal, Southwest Offaly, Tipperary North, West Cork, Cork City, Kerry, Clare and Limerick.

Glenveagh National Park, County Donegal

Traditional Culture

See a different side to the country with a glimpse of traditional culture alive throughout the vibrant regions of the West Coast.

Listowel Fair, County Kerry

What to see and do

Get out there, feel the fresh air and experience incredibly beautiful sights and attractions.

The Cliffs of Slieve League, County Donegal

The landscape

Follow in the paths of Ireland’s literary giants and explore stunning scenery from dramatic coastal cliffs to quiet bogland.

What's on in the West Region

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Earagail Arts Festival

04 Jul 2009 - 18 Jul 2009

The Earagail Arts Festival celebrates and creates a high profile platform for the contemporary and the traditional arts in...

West Cork Literary Festival

05 Jul 2009 - 11 Jul 2009

This literary festival has welcomed such highly respected writers as Sebastian Barry, John Banville, Joseph O'Connor, Carlo...

Cairde Summer Festival

06 Jul 2009 - 12 Jul 2009

Sligo's Cairde Summer Festival is a week-long celebration of diversity and multiculturalism with a varied programme that provides...

Galway Film Fleadh

07 Jul 2009 - 12 Jul 2009

The Galway Film Fleadh, Ireland's leading film festival, is a six day international event, held every July and welcomes a...

MBNA Limerick International Music Festival

08 Jul 2009 - 12 Jul 2009

The Irish Chamber Orchestra continues its partnership with MBNA Ireland but this year the former Shannon International Festival...

Ballina Salmon Festival

10 Jul 2009 - 19 Jul 2009

Ballina Salmon Festival is Ireland's premier family-orientated festival giving thousands of people, ten days of fun-filled...

Kinsale Arts Week

11 Jul 2009 - 19 Jul 2009

The festival features a vibrant programme that includes visual art, music, dance, comedy, literature, film, theatre, children’s...

South Sligo Summer School

12 Jul 2009 - 18 Jul 2009

South Sligo Summer School’s was established in 1987 to traditional music, song and dance with special emphasis on Sligo style....

Galway Arts Festival

13 Jul 2009 - 26 Jul 2009

Galway Arts Festival is Ireland's largest annual arts festival, taking place each July in the city of Galway. Founded in 1978, the...

Sligo Jazz 2009

17 Jul 2009 - 19 Jul 2009

The main theme of this year’s Sligo Jazz Festival is “A Taste of the UK”. Three of the UK’s finest young jazz groups perform at...

Feile Iorras - International Folk Arts Festival

17 Jul 2009 - 26 Jul 2009

Feile Iorras, the biggest Arts festival in Mayo, celebrates the folk traditions of the world. The exciting mix of Irish...

Irish Windsurfing Slalom Series - Round 4

18 Jul 2009 - 19 Jul 2009

With three successful events now completed, the Irish Windsurfing Slalom Series heads to the North Western shores of Downings Co....

Carrigtwohill Medieval Festival & Country Fair

18 Jul 2009 - 19 Jul 2009

With the recent discovery of a charter, given by Henry 111 in 1234 to Sir David de Barra and his heirs, Carrigtwohill can now...

The Rising Step

21 Jul 2009 - 14 Aug 2009

Our show tells the story of Irish from the time of the dance master to the crossroad ceili and right up to the present day. Our...

Tigh Roy

24 Jul 2009 - 26 Jul 2009

Tig Roy is a venue where people can access Irish culture in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The centre is situated in the...

Mary From Dungloe International Festival

25 Jul 2009 - 03 Aug 2009

The 10 day festival encompasses a variety of events allowing visitors and natives alike to sample Ireland's culture, traditions,...

Galway Races - Summer Festival Meeting

27 Jul 2009 - 02 Aug 2009

Galway Races Summer Festival Meeting has grown from strength to strength each year, and now has an attendance of approximately...

Castletownshend Maritime Week

29 Jul 2009 - 02 Aug 2009

Castletownshend Maritime Week is to promote the local scenery and history of Castletownshend. It provides entertainment for adults...

Ballyshannon Folk & Traditional Music Festival

30 Jul 2009 - 02 Aug 2009

The Festival consists of three nightly concerts presenting quality acts, all day street entertainment including open air concerts,...

Cahersiveen Celtic Music Festival

31 Jul 2009 - 02 Aug 2009

This festival offers musical entertainment, art exhibitions, workshops in Irish music, dance and language, children's...

The World Fleadh

31 Jul 2009 - 08 Aug 2009

With Castlebar, Co. Mayo confirmed as this year’s host venue, preparations are well under way for The World Fleadh, Ireland’s...

Sean McCarthy Weekend

31 Jul 2009 - 03 Aug 2009

All roads lead to Finuge for this weekend. Initiated in 1993 in honor of one of the greatest songwriters Kerry ever produced, the...

James Morrison 17th Traditional Music Festival

31 Jul 2009 - 02 Aug 2009

Commerorates the musical genius of Sligo's James Morrison - hosts a feast of music, song, dance & people.

Indie-Pendence

01 Aug 2009 - 02 Aug 2009

The best in Irish and international independent music in an open-air setting. This year's event features Ocean Colour Scene, The...

Carrick Water Music Festival

04 Aug 2009 - 09 Aug 2009

5th Annual MBNA Carrick Water Music Festival Promises 6 Days of Musical Magic in Carrick on Shannon! The 5th annual MBNA Carrick...

Ballinamore Family Festival

09 Aug 2009 - 16 Aug 2009

The festival has free open air concerts for 8 nights, with big musical names, entertaining events all day long, with a show day on...

Puck Fair

10 Aug 2009 - 12 Aug 2009

Puck Fair is one of Ireland's oldest festivals. It takes place over 3 days in Killorglin every year, from August 10th - August...

Birr Vintage Week and Arts Festival

14 Aug 2009 - 21 Aug 2009

Olde Time Fair Green Day; Sunday Parade of vintage cars, engines, floats, horses and carriages, marching bands, jugglers & clowns,...

Earwig! Tuam Arts Festival

14 Aug 2009 - 23 Aug 2009

Earwig! Tuam Community Arts Group was formed in October 2003 to provide Tuam and its surroundings with an outlet for its wealth of...

Masters of Tradition

14 Aug 2009 - 16 Aug 2009

The legends of Irish music return to Bantry for the Masters of Tradition Festival. A select line-up of Ireland’s greatest...

Festival of the Connemara Pony & The Connemara Pony Show

16 Aug 2009 - 21 Aug 2009

The Connemara Pony is a distinctive breed with excellent qualities: strong, intelligent and very hard working, perfect for the...

Terryglass Arts Festival

19 Aug 2009 - 23 Aug 2009

Terryglass Arts Festival is a family focused festival that brings a diverse range of artistic events and experiences to a broad...

Rose of Tralee International Festival

21 Aug 2009 - 26 Aug 2009

Based around the famous song “The Rose of Tralee” this is one of Ireland's most popular festivals, connecting the global Irish...

Irish Game and Country Fair

22 Aug 2009 - 28 Aug 2009

The Irish Game and Country Fair at Birr, Co Offaly (22nd & 23rd August 2009) and its partner event, The Irish Game Fair and...

The Cape Clear International Storytelling Festival

04 Sep 2009 - 06 Sep 2009

The festival is scheduled for the first weekend of September annually, and has gained enormous popularity over the years. Each...

Carlsberg West Coast Challenge

07 Sep 2009 - 10 Sep 2009

The Carlsberg West Coast Challenge is a 72 Hole Stableford Golf Competition played over the four Links courses of Bundoran,...

Clarenbridge Oyster Festival

10 Sep 2009 - 13 Sep 2009

The Clarenbridge Oyster Festival has for many years been established as a premier event of top-class international entertainment...

Dunfanaghy Jazz and Blues Festival

11 Sep 2009 - 13 Sep 2009

Dunfanaghy Jazz and Blues Festival with a wide selection of excellent Jazz Musicians 11th, 12th, 13th September. For more detailed...

Midleton Food & Drink Festival

12 Sep 2009 - 12 Sep 2009

A celebration of local and international food.

Harvest Feast Food Festival

12 Sep 2009 - 13 Sep 2009

Join us for a weekend of food-related activities, food market, food tastings, seminars, cookery demonstrations, food films and...

A Taste of West Cork Food Festival

16 Sep 2009 - 20 Sep 2009

Highlighting all that is good in West Cork food. Local good food producers come together with skilled and innovative chefs,...

East Cork Early Music Festival

16 Sep 2009 - 20 Sep 2009

The East Cork Early Music Festival is a five day series of baroque and early music concerts in Cork City and County. Performances...

Clifden Community Arts Week

17 Sep 2009 - 27 Sep 2009

Clifden Community Arts Week is celebrating its 32nd anniversary in 2009, and is a great celebration of the Arts which includes...

Galway International Oyster Festival

24 Sep 2009 - 27 Sep 2009

It was the first week of September in 1953 and the worried manager of the Great Southern Hotel, Brian Collins, was looking at his...

Beamish Cork Folk Festival

01 Oct 2009 - 04 Oct 2009

Since its inception in 1979, Cork’s annual folk festival has provided lovers of folk and traditional Irish music with a wonderful...

Dromineer Literary Festival

02 Oct 2009 - 04 Oct 2009

The festival invites participants from all members of the community of all ages for writing competitions, workshops, readings and...

Sligo Traditional Singing Weekend

02 Oct 2009 - 04 Oct 2009

A weekend of traditional singing, lectures, workshops and field trips. Come and sing or listen in a relaxed and friendly...

Dingle Peninsula Food and Wine Festival

02 Oct 2009 - 04 Oct 2009

A seaside town famous for fishing, Fungie, films, sandy beaches and stunning landscapes, Dingle also has a reputation for fine...

Ballinasloe International October Fair & Festival

03 Oct 2009 - 11 Oct 2009

A nine-day extravaganza of all things equestrian, with entertainment, music and great family fun, the 168th Ballinasloe...

Baboró - International Arts Festival for Children

12 Oct 2009 - 18 Oct 2009

Today, Baboró International Arts Festival for Children is recognised as the leading Irish Arts Festival devoted exclusively to...

Clifden Marconi Commemorative Weekend

16 Oct 2009 - 18 Oct 2009

On the 17th October, 1907, a defining event in world communication occurred on a bog outside of Clifden, Connemara, Co Galway. The...

Curraheen Park Greyhound Stadium

17 Oct 2009 - 17 Oct 2009

Looking for something fun that all ages and groups can enjoy? Check out the thrills, the experience and the excitement that is a...

RoolaBoola Children's Arts Festival

19 Oct 2009 - 26 Oct 2009

RoolaBoola is the Linenhall Art Centre's funky and fantastic arts festival for young people, with a packed programme of quality...

Guinness Cork Jazz Festival

23 Oct 2009 - 27 Oct 2009

The Cork Jazz Festival is one of Ireland's most successful arts and cultural events and one of the top three Jazz festivals in the...

14th Annual Bundoran Music Festival

23 Oct 2009 - 26 Oct 2009

Irelands Longest Running and Most Popular Country Music Jamboree. Friday 23rd October: Dancing with MIKE DENVER & T.R DALLAS...

Willie Keane Memorial Weekend

23 Oct 2009 - 26 Oct 2009

A weekend which promotes traditional music, song & dance and in doing so ensures that the asperations of Willie Keane, one of the...

Ennis Fashion Week

24 Oct 2009 - 31 Oct 2009

Shopping in Ennis All of these shops are participating in Ennis Fashion Week and will be offering in-store promotions during the...

Corona Cork Film Festival

01 Nov 2009 - 08 Nov 2009

Corona Cork Film Festival was founded in 1956 to bring premieres of new Irish and international feature films, documentaries and...

Listowel Food Fair

05 Nov 2009 - 08 Nov 2009

Food lovers from around the country gather to enjoy this celebration of local food.

Ardara Matchmaking Weekend

06 Nov 2009 - 08 Nov 2009

Weekend of music, dancing and matchmaking based on an old idea of matchmaking once prevalent in Co Donegal.

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