Mayflower Committee cancels controversial Míse Éire festival
The committee of the Mayflower community centre in Drumshanbo have cancelled the Míse Éire festival, which has been the target of local and national criticism in recent weeks
The committee of the Mayflower community centre has cancelled the Míse Éire festival, which was set to be held in August.
The event was billed as a music and folk festival for “those who cherish Irish culture, heritage, and are united in celebrating our shared values.” However, it has received criticism due to the views of some of the scheduled speakers.
“On behalf of Mayflower Community Centre CLG we regretfully wish to inform the public that the upcoming ‘Mise Éire’ festival due to be held on 23rd August 2025 will NOT be hosted at the Mayflower Community Centre," the Mayflower said in a Facebook post announcing the cancellation.
Adding: "This was due to terms and conditions not being met by the organisers."
The festival has been a point of controversy with a petition, receiving 260 signatures on the main street of Drumshanbo, and a letter, signed by over 550 musicians, against the festival being sent to the committee over the last week.