The top ten things to do in Sligo this week, May 21-27: Big band dancing, Africa Day, afternoon tea and more
BIG BAND DANCE
It's one year since the beginning of the monthly dances in The Sligo Park Hotel, and to celebrate, Crossan Entertainment presents a special event on Sunday, May 25. Music by Mary Rose and Enda, followed by country star David James. Admission is €20, and doors open at 8pm with dancing from 9pm until midnight. Pay on the door. Reduced room rates are available.
LILLIE'S LIVE LOUNGE
Lillies Live Lounge Presents: Chief Keegan this Thursday, May 22 at Lillie's. Get ready for a night of electrifying grooves, deep funk, and powerhouse jams as Chief Keegan takes the stage at Lillies Live Lounge this month. Tickets via eventbrite.
NÉILLIDH MULLIGAN & CAOIMHE NÍ MHAOLAGÁIN
The Lunchtime at the Well series continues with a special performance by Néillidh Mulligan and Caoimhe Ní Mhaolagáin, a talented duo hailing from Sligo. They will take the stage at the Hawk's Well Theatre on Wednesday, 21st May at 1:10 pm. The event remains 'pay what you can', advance booking is now essential to guarantee a seat.
CHORAL LANDSCAPES
Join the Sligo Orpheus Choir for a captivating evening of choral music at Calry Parish Church on Saturday, May 24. An evening of choral music celebrating timeless melodies and rich traditions — from Renaissance polyphony to contemporary works and folk songs from Ireland, Europe and beyond, this event promises to be a feast for the ears. Tickets via eventbrite.
MUSIC GENERATION CONCERT
Join Music Generation Sligo for a spectacular array of performances from young Sligo musicians at Hawk's Well Theatre on Monday, May 26. Performances from Sligo Youth Voices, Sligo Voice Collective, Teen & Junior bands, harp ensemble and many more.
TEMPLE ECSTATIC DANCE & CACAO
TEMPLE is an Ecstatic dance event taking place at The Den, Rosses Point on Saturday, May 24. Join what is a coming together of hearts, bodies and souls to celebrate a love of dance, music, cacao & global community.
Welcome Polarny, a well loved and respected Sound Traveler, award-winning DJ and producer based in Brazil. Tickets via eventbrite.
AFRICA DAY
The Model hosts Africa Day on Sunday, 25th May from 2 – 6pm, with this year's theme, 'Voices of Home: A Celebration of African Culture and Community'. This free, family-friendly event invites the public to experience the richness and diversity of African heritage through art, music, and storytelling.
TRASNA
Trevor Sexton and Ger O'Donnell - Trasna - play a live gig at Murphy's, Tubbercurry on Monday, May 26. Tickets are €25 and are available from the hotel. Sure to be a brilliant gig.
AFTERNOON TEA
Enjoy a great day out with afternoon tea, bingo, live music, guest speakers, prize for best dressed pink lady and lots more at The Showgrounds on Saturday, May 24 - all for a good cause. Funds raised go to the Irish Cancer Society. The event takes place at 2pm.
HOTHOUSE
Hawk's Well Theatre is proud to host the critically acclaimed production HOTHOUSE by Malaprop Theatre on Saturday, 24th May. Following a successful Off-Broadway debut and a triumphant run at the Dublin Fringe Festival 2023, where it garnered awards for Best Production and Best Design Ensemble, HOTHOUSE embarks on its first Irish tour, captivating audiences nationwide.
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