Rose of Arranmore festival gears up for 2026 celebrations
The three-day event will feature a fishing competition, a fair day and a regatta on Arranmore Island
The Rose of Arranmore Festival will feature a weekend full of events on the island.
The three-day festival, which is celebrating community, heritage and coastal life, will run from Friday, August 7, until Sunday, August 9, 2026.
On the first day, there will be a sea fishing competition at Aphort Pier from 12:30pm to 3pm. Saturday will see a fair day featuring a baking competition, knitting, stalls, face painting, and an open mic session. A regatta will take place on the final day, with boat races, emergency services demonstrations, and tug of war.
Anyone interested in having a stall should contact CFFAM on 087 098 3749.