Arts, music, history, and poetry in the heart of Ballyshannon, County Donegal. The Allingham Arts Festival celebrates the legacy of William Allingham with a programme featuring local, national, and international artists each November.
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We're back! Or at least, we will be in November.
The Allingham Arts Festival returns to Ballyshannon this November 4th–8th, and we can't wait to throw open the doors again.
Five days of arts, music, history, and storytelling — featuring local, national, and international artists in the heart of south Donegal.
More details coming soon. For now, save the dates:
November 4th–8th, 2026 | Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal
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Jack Lukeman is coming to Ballyshannon this November!
We're thrilled to announce Jack Lukeman (Jack L) as part of this year's Allingham Arts Festival line-up, the first of several musical acts planned for the weekend.
The award-winning singer brings his Greatest Songs Tour to the Abbey Arts Centre, Ballyshannon, on Saturday, November 7th at 8pm. If you haven't experienced Jack live, this is your chance.
Abbey Arts Centre, Ballyshannon | Saturday, 7th November | 8pm