FamilyFest at The Market
Family Fest at the Market is a vibrant, free event running alongside the Saturday market, bursting with creativity, music, and fun for all ages.
Colin Beggan
Colin Beggan is a musician and singer/songwriter who plays guitar, 5 string banjo and mandolin and has long been associated with Old Timey and Bluegrass music since his early days with the Sackville String Band.
Maia Purposeful Play Workshops
Maia Purposeful Play experiences are designed to spark curiosity, foster creativity, and promote the developmental benefits of play.
FESTIVAL OPENING PARADE
Come and be part of our vibrant parade! A celebration of creativity and community to make this festival the most memorable one yet!
Dave Byrne
Well-known for his captivating live sets, Dave will take you on a musical journey through the decades, with an eclectic mix of rock ’n’ roll, folk, and pop classics.
Good Man, Skippy
Look forward to an eclectic set featuring songs from artists such as The Pogues, Paddy Casey, Horslips and many more, delivered with skill, humour and musicianship.
Those Empty Vessels
Those Empty Vessels are a traditional inspired folk band based in Galway City with a keen interest in finding old forgotten gems and resurrecting them with their own distinct style.
Who Shot Queen Medb? by Mike McCarthy
An afternoon of storytelling recounting some of Ireland’s most powerful, entertaining, and distinctly Irish tales.
Contemporary Voices Literary Panel chaired by Seán Farrell
Join three of Ireland’s most distinctive contemporary writers for readings and conversation exploring fiction, poetry, memoir and the creative process.
Stories and Poems of Place and Belonging
Together, these writers will explore themes of place, identity, family, language and belonging through fiction and poetry.
Main Exhibition Talk with Terry Sweeney
Whether you are a seasoned art lover or a first-time visitor, this guided tour is an excellent way to enrich your experience of the Boyle Arts Festival Main Exhibition.
Music Generation – Colours
Music Generation Roscommon perform a special pre-festival event, specially created for Boyle Arts 2026 called “Colours.”
Pete Higgins
From Oasis, Bowie and Springsteen to Elvis, Johnny Cash and Dolly Parton, Pete’s sets are packed with songs everyone knows and loves.
Kevin Quigley & The Great Ideas
Kevin Quigley & The Great Ideas deliver a captivating fusion of Irish folk sensibilities and modern rock.
Traditional and Folk Song Circle with Siobhán Kavanagh
This traditional and folk song workshop, led by vocal artist and teacher Siobhán Kavanagh, welcomes participants to learn and share songs that explore themes of birds and nature.
The Art of Coffee: A Barista Workshop
Just like painting, music, or sculpture, making great coffee is a craft. This hands-on workshop invites participants to explore coffee as both a skill and an art form.
Knitting Workshop with Liz Nugent
This workshop is a fun introduction to knitting. All participants will be guided through the basics of knitting in a relaxed, supportive environment, with plenty of encouragement along the way.
Boyle Singers Night with Caitríona Canavan
Caitríona has performed across Ireland and abroad with artists including The Dubliners, Seán Keane, and Daniel O’Donnell.
Superhero Self-Portrait Art Workshop
Suitable for all abilities, this is a wonderful opportunity for young artists to create a larger-than-life masterpiece and discover their inner superhero.
Parade Workshops: 5yrs – 14yrs
This year’s Children’s Parade Workshops invite young creators to play a key role in the magic of opening night.
