Did you know we have a number of free events in our Festival Programme?  

Check them out and remember to book your place, where stated.  Covid 19 rules means places are limited and must be booked for many events, even when there is no charge.

POETRY AWARDS CEREMONY

Join us as we announce the winners of our Multilingual  Poetry Competition, with readings from the poets, traditional music and a few surprises.  Friday evening, 8.30pm in Stranorlar

BOOK LAUNCHES

* Dr. Brian Lacey launches his new book about St Columcille: Adomnán, Adhamhnán, Eunan /

Life and Afterlife of a Donegal Saint.  Friday evening at 7pm in Raphoe.

* Poet Dubhán Ó Longáin launches his book of 50 original Irish language poems.  Saturday at 4pm in Ballybofey

CHILDREN'S CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP

Poet Denise Blake leads an online workshop to inspire and engage young writers.  Downloadable on-demand throughout the festival

CHILDREN'S ACTIVITY DAY OF FUN AND MAGIC

Join storyteller Louise Conaghan, Magician Jessica Harkin and the team from Fuinseog Woodland Crafts who present their Bemusement Games - handcrafted from wood and with fun for all the family.

ART EXHIBITION

We welcome the Fiach Arts Circle to the Festival as they create a unique art exhibition for our event.  On display in the Balor Arts Centre foyer for the duration of the Festival.