The top ten things to do in Sligo this week, May 14-20: Love Is A Stranger, Ralph McTell & more
There's plenty to keep you busy this week in Sligo if you're on the lookout for a local event to attend.
Below is this week's top pick.
Love Is A Stranger
Another Love Story once again present Love Is A Stranger in Juniper Barn, Ballymote, Co. Sligo on Saturday May 17. Enjoy a carefully chosen selection of contemporary Irish artists & international guests performing across intimate and atmospheric settings throughout the day and into the early summer night. Tickets via eventbrite.
RALPH MCTELL
Legendary British singer-songwriter Ralph McTell will embark on his most extensive tour of Ireland to date in 2025. As a stalwart of the folk scene for over five decades, McTell's music continues to resonate with fans of all generations as he comes to Hawk's Well Theatre on Sunday, May 18.
AOIFE SCOTT
Aoife Scott is a Dublin-born folk singer-songwriter from the renowned Black Family, steadily making her mark in the traditional and folk music scene. Known for her dynamic and emotive vocals, she effortlessly blends traditional and contemporary styles, captivating audiences worldwide. She plays Murphy's in Tubbercurry on Monday, May 19. Tickets via eventbrite.
SUMMERHILL SOUNDS
As part of their annual 'Realising Our Potential' Alumni Series, Summerhill College have announced an exciting upcoming concert that will celebrate the rich musical talent of the school - past and present. This highly anticipated 'Summerhill Sounds' concert will take place on Thursday May 15 in the school gym. Enjoy performances by Manus Maguire, Seamie & Stephen O'Dowd, Tabby, Bacon & Cabbage and more.
GENTICORUM
Music Network presents the acclaimed Québécois folk ensemble Genticorum at Hawk's Well Theatre on Wednesday, May 14. Winners of the 2024 Canadian Folk Music Award for Ensemble of the Year, Genticorum is renowned for their dynamic performances and mastery of traditional Québécois music.
GALA CONCERT
The Rotary Club of Sligo presents a gala concert in the Sligo Park Hotel this Thursday, May 15. The Combined Bands of the Defence Forces will be performing live, accompanied by the stunning vocals of Guest Soprano Rachel Croash. Tickets available from the Sligo Park, The Record Room and The North West Hospice, with funds raised going to the hospice.
LOLA MONTEZ & LADY MORGAN
Join Hawks's Well for a free lunchtime event as part of Bealtaine, in collaboration with County Sligo Arts Service. Lola Montez & Lady Morgan, aka Sydney Owenson, were Wild Irish Girls of The North West, They were singular women who followed their dreams, against the odds, in the early 1800s. Let's eavesdrop on a brief imagined 'Tete a Tete' between these two women in An excerpt from a new work, of the same title. Show takes place at Hawk's Well on Saturday, May 17.
THE CEDARTONES
Lunchtime at the Well series continues with The Cedartones, a talented Sligo-based duo, who will be performing at the Hawk's Well on Wednesday 14th May at 1:10pm. While the event remains 'pay what you can', advance booking is now essential to guarantee a seat due to its overwhelming success.
BUDDY MONDLOCK
Come along and experience a very special evening of music, song and stories with Nashville singer-songwriter, Buddy Mondlock at Coleman Music Centre on Thursday, May 15. Buddy has written songs for many well known artists like Gareth Brooks, Guys Clark, Naci Griffith, Joan Baez, Art Garfunkel and Janis Ian.
MICHAEL
'Michael' an exhibition by potters and artists all of whom worked and learned their craft from the late potter, artist and mentor Michael Kennedy is now open at The Hyde Bridge Gallery, Sligo. The late Michael Kennedy was one of Ireland's leading potters.
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