Cowboys and Highwaymen truck gathering rolls into Leitrim for the weekend

The Truckers Gathering went down a hit at Drumcoura. Photo credit David Bennett.

placeholder image — The Truckers Gathering went down a hit at Drumcoura. Photo credit David Bennett.

Over 80 show trucks, live music, and Texas barbecue draw crowds to Ballinamore

The first ever Highwaymen Truck Gathering took place at Drumcoura City on May 3rd and 4th, bringing together over 80 show trucks and trucking enthusiasts from across Ireland for a weekend of music, food, and motors.

“I am delighted to see the event came off without a hitch—excuse the pun,” said organiser Simon Power. “I would like to express a sincere thank you to the Highwaymen group and Cowboy Paul (Duffy) for bringing this event to Drumcoura City.”

“The truckers are from the Highwaymen group, but they’re coming from all over Ireland,” Power added. “We could not have had a nicer group of people coming together to celebrate their shared love of trucking.”

The setting at Drumcoura—with its Western-style saloon and wide-open grounds—proved the perfect backdrop for a weekend of country-inspired festivities.

A standout feature was the launch of Drumcoura’s new Texas barbecue menu. Attendees lined up at the 20-foot smoker for brisket, ribs, and pulled pork, all cooked “low and slow.” The rich aroma of smoked meat filled the air and quickly became part of the event’s signature appeal.

The music line-up included Nigel Livingstone, Joe Campbell, and Ollie Galligan, whose performances added to the laid-back, free-spirited trucker vibe that defined the weekend.

As the event wrapped up, organisers noted the strong turnout and community support. Power had predicted it would be a busy weekend—and with plans already being discussed for 2026, the Highwaymen may soon become a fixture in Drumcoura’s calendar.