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2009 Events & Festivals on Achill Island, Ireland
This list shows some of the events scheduled for 2009 in Achill, including the dates of Public Holidays in Ireland and the UK, along with dates for popular occasions; more events will be added as they are announced and full details will be published as soon as they become available. It is advisable to check local papers or to contact our tourist office to ensure you don't miss any of the local craic!
What's happening this week? Download our weekly flyer with updated listings on events and entertainment in Achill over the next seven days:
What's On in Achill Guide, 3rd - 12th July 2009
Listings of entertainment and events in Achill this week.
Click the link above to view the Weekly Guide in PDF format.
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4th July
- Achill Marathon
- Half marathon held in Keel. Celebrations planned for this event include a Fancy Dress competition.
6th July
- Summer Surf Camp
- First week of a summer surf camp for children aged 10-16 years old. Surf Camp runs from July to August. More details on Surf Camp
9th - 13th July
- Féile Bia Na Mara / Seafood Festival
- A busy schedue includes seafood tastings, cookery demonstrations, Achill's Got Talent competition, Cailín Óg contest and restaurant promotions. Special guest appearances by TV chef Clodagh McKenna. Full Schedule
10th July
- Official Opening of Féile Bia Na Mara
- Official opening of Féile Bia Na Mara / Seafood Festival by TV chef Clodagh McKenna, followed by gala seafood buffet at Óstán Oileán Acla. (Full Details)
July 13th - 14th
- Painting Workshop
- 'Exploring Achill's Coastline', a 2-day workshop with artist Padraig McCaul. Classes based at Ted Lavelle's, Cashel. View full details (PDF file) View Booking Form (PDF file)
July 14th
- Archaeology Lecture
- Evening public lectures organised by the Achill Archaeological Field School. Dr. Eoin Grogan, National University of Ireland, Maynooth, presents 'The Rath of the Synod at Tara, Co Meath'. 8.30pm Folklife Centre, Dooagh.
July 20th - 21st
- Painting Workshop
- 'Exploring Achill's Coastline', a 2-day workshop with artist Padraig McCaul. Classes based at Ted Lavelle's, Cashel. View full details (PDF file) View Booking Form (PDF file)
July 24th - 26th
- ISA National Powerboat Games
- A weekend of powerboat events and family fun.
July 26th
- St. Colman's Garden Fete
- Great fun for all the family at this traditional Garden Fete in Keel.
July 27th - Aug 3rd
- Scoil Acla
- Traditional Irish music summer school.
July 28th
- Archaeology Lecture
- Evening public lectures organised by the Achill Archaeological Field School. Prof. Michael O'Connell, National University of Ireland, Galway, presents 'New insights into past environments in Western Ireland'. 8.30pm Folklife Centre, Dooagh.
Also during July:
- Cruinniú Bádóirí Acla / Yawl Sailing Festival
- A series of weekly races involving traditional Achill Yawl sailing boats.
- Country Market
- Achill crafts and local produce market, held every Friday morning at Ted Lavelle's, Cashel.
- Summer Surf Camp
- Summer surf camp for children aged 10-16 years old. Surf Camp runs from 10am to 12.30pm, Monday to Friday, during July and August.
- Art Exhibitions
- Exhibitions of art at the following galleries:
Kieran Sweeney Craft Shop, Achill Sound, Achill
Sweeney's Restaurant, Achill Sound
Western Light Art Gallery, Keel, Achill
- Garden Tours
- Guided tours of the Woods, Nursery and Gardens at Bleanaskill Lodge every Monday (2pm), Wednesday (11am) and Saturday (2pm). View details on a poster (JPEG file)
- Activities Daily
- Achill boasts an unrivalled range of outdoor activities including surfing, windsurfing, fishing, cycling, golf, scuba diving, horseriding and much much more. View our Activities Pages for fuller details, or browse our Directory of Suppliers for activities providers, equipment hire, and tuition.
August 3rd - 14th
- Archaeology Introductory Course
- 'Bare Bones' course at the Achill Archaeological Field School. Excavation of trenches at the south and west of Roundhouse 2. Includes basic instruction & supervision in excavation / planning / surveying while on-site.
August 11th
- Archaeology Lecture
- Evening public lectures organised by the Achill Archaeological Field School. Holger Schweitzer, M.A. Underwater Archaeology Unit, Dept Environment, Heritage & Local Government, presents 'The Drogheda Boat - Excavation, Recording and Analysis of a 16th century wreck'. 8.30pm Folklife Centre, Dooagh.
August 24th - 28th
- Archaeology Introductory Course
- 'Introduction to Irish Archaeology' course at the Achill Archaeological Field School. Excavations during this week long course will focus upon the entrance to House 23 on Slievemore and the pathways that lead up to it.
August 31st - Sept 2nd
- Archaeology Introductory Course
- '3 Day Taster' course at the Achill Archaeological Field School. Includes field trips to megalithic tombs, basic archaeological techniques & opportunity to participate in ongoing excavation.
- Inishbiggle Island Festival
- Events include yawl racing, fishing competition, currach racing, live music and activities for children including treasure hunt and face painting.
Also during August:
- Cruinniú Bádóirí Acla / Yawl Sailing Festival
- A series of weekly races involving traditional Achill Yawl sailing boats.
- Art Exhibitions
- Exhibitions of art at the following galleries:
Kieran Sweeney Craft Shop, Achill Sound, Achill
Sweeney's Restaurant, Achill Sound
Western Light Art Gallery, Keel, Achill
- Summer Surf Camp
- Summer surf camp for children aged 10-16 years old. Surf Camp runs from 10am to 12.30pm, Monday to Friday, during July and August.
- Garden Tours
- Guided tours of the Woods, Nursery and Gardens of Bleanaskill Lodge at 11am every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday during August. Also Friday and Saturday at 2pm, Sundays 3pm.
View details on a poster (JPEG file)
- Deserted Village Archaeology Open Days
- Achill Archaeological Field School hosts a series of Open Days at its site at the Deserted Village, Slievemore.
- Country Market
- Achill crafts and local produce market, held every Friday morning at Ted Lavelle's, Cashel.
- Activities Daily
- Achill boasts an unrivalled range of outdoor activities including surfing, windsurfing, fishing, cycling, golf, scuba diving, horseriding and much much more. View our Activities Pages for fuller details, or browse our Directory of Suppliers for activities providers, equipment hire, and tuition.
Sept 5th - 8th
- Painting Workshop
- 4-day 'Painting Achill' workshop with artist Padraig McCaul. Classes based at Ted Lavelle's, Cashel. View full details (PDF file) View Booking Form (PDF file)
- Wavesailing Competition
- Location: Keel
- Kite Surfing Competition
- Location: Keel
Also during September:
- Cruinniú Bádóirí Acla / Yawl Sailing Festival
- A series of weekly races involving traditional Achill Yawl sailing boats. September sees the finale of the season and the Yawlman's Ball.
- Country Market
- Held every Friday morning at Ted Lavelle's, Cashel.
- Art Exhibitions
- Exhibitions of art at the following galleries:
Kieran Sweeney Craft Shop, Achill Sound, Achill
Sweeney's Restaurant, Achill Sound
Western Light Art Gallery, Keel, Achill
- Activities Daily
- Achill boasts an unrivalled range of outdoor activities including surfing, windsurfing, fishing, cycling, golf, scuba diving, horseriding and much much more. View our Activities Pages for fuller details, or browse our Directory of Suppliers for activities providers, equipment hire, and tuition.
October 26th
- Public (Bank) Holiday
- Check out the Special Offers on accommodation from our members before booking your trip to Achill.
October 31st
- Halloween
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Thursday January 1st
- New Year's Day Swim
- Annual New Year's Day Swim at Dugort.
February 14th
- St. Valentine's Day
- Take a romantic break on Ireland's most beautiful island, stroll its Blue Flag beaches and dine out in style in one of Achill's restaurants.
March 17th
- St. Patrick's Day
- Ireland's national day, also a Public Holiday, sees fun and festivities on Achill including the famous Pipe Bands.
Please contact Achill Tourism for further details of any of these events.
Níos mó eolas ó Turasóireacht Acla Teo
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Féile Bia Na Mara / Achill Seafood Festival
9th - 13th July 2009
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