Who Shot Queen Medb? by Mike McCarthy
An afternoon of storytelling recounting some of Ireland’s most powerful, entertaining, and distinctly Irish tales.
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.
Boyle Singers Night with Caitríona Canavan
Caitríona has performed across Ireland and abroad with artists including The Dubliners, Seán Keane, and Daniel O’Donnell.
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.
Sensory-Friendly Visual Movement Workshops
These workshops are designed to support children who may benefit from a calmer, more supported introduction to the parade experience.
RoboThink Workshop: 6-8yrs
Attendees will get the chance to build their own robot car, experiment and take part in guided challenges that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.
RoboThink Workshop: 6-8yrs
Attendees will get the chance to build their own robot car, experiment and take part in guided challenges that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.
RoboThink Workshop: 9-12yrs
Attendees will get the chance to build their own robot car, experiment and take part in guided challenges that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.
RoboThink Workshop: 9-12yrs
Attendees will get the chance to build their own robot car, experiment and take part in guided challenges that encourage creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.
Moylurg Writers
The Moylurg Writers Group has a history that stretches from 1985 and is probably the longest running group of its kind in the country.
The Monicas
The Monica’s began over 20 years ago as a music session that would welcome a wide range of genres, including folk, blues, country, Americana and rock.
Soprano, Helen Hancock, with Pianist, Daren Lane
Join soprano Helen Hancock and pianist Daren Lane for a treasure trove of audience favourites from the vocal and solo piano repertoire.
Ukulele Concert with Keynotes
Keynotes are a Ukelele band playing a variety of different music genres.
The Men Who Knew Too Much
The Men Who Knew Too Much are a Boyle Arts favourite who play a superb mix of jazz, country- blues, western swing and folk.
Carole Coleman in Conversation with John Creedon
The much-loved In Conversation series returns as broadcaster and journalist Carole Coleman sits down with one of Ireland’s most recognisable and beloved voices, John Creedon.
Remembering Ronnie Drew with Phelim Drew
Phelim Drew pays tribute to his father Ronnie Drew with a show celebrating the music of The Dubliners, blending songs and personal stories.
Sligo Baroque Orchestra & The O’Carolan Trio
When The O’Carolan Trio and Sligo Baroque come together, the result is a rich and lively sound that bridges traditions.
I had to go for Counselling – Gerry Farrell
An enlightening and entertaining work where the central character, Colin, discovers that retirement is not what he thought it would be.
