22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
The top ten things to do in Sligo this week: April 23-29
Check out our top pick below.
SWEENEY TODD
Pop-Up Theatre Sligo is bringing Stephen Sondheim's legendary musical thriller, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, to life in an unprecedented, spine-chilling Immersive production at the Knocknarea Arena from April 24-26. With tickets already selling fast, this three performance only run promises to be an unmissable event. It's the biggest musical theatre production Sligo has ever seen. Tickets via
JIM PAGE
On Wednesday, April 23, Ballisodare Festival legend Jim Page returns to Sligo for a one night intimate engagement at Hawk's Well Theatre. Jim Page played the famous Ballisodare Festival in the Summer of 1979. He is an America singer/songwriter from Seattle, WA, who has released two dozen albums and written a mountain of songs.
CONTEMPO QUARTET
The final concert in the current series of Con Brio sees the ConTempo Quartet come to The Model, Sligo on Saturday, April 26. The ConTempo Quartet have been Galway Music Residency's Ensemble in Residence since 2003 and have made regular visits to Sligo to play in Con Brio concerts. Tickets via
BIG BAND DANCE
Crossan Entertainment presents Carmel McLoughlin, followed by Patrick Feeney and band at Big Band Dance on Sunday, April 27 at the Sligo Park Hotel. Admission is €20, and patrons can pay on the door. Doors open at 8pm, with dancing from 9pm-12pm.
THE 4 OF US
On Saturday, April 26, The 4 Of Us can't wait to bring their remarkable musical show to the Hawk's Well Theatre. A legendary blend of rock, soul and folk. Hailing from Newry, Northern Ireland, The 4 Of Us has been captivating audiences for over three decades with their soulful melodies and compelling lyrics. Tickets via Haek's Well box office.
EASKEY CASTLE 5K/10K/10MILE
The scenic Easkey Castle 5km/10km/10mile run takes place on Sunday, April 27. Walk/jog/run one of three races (5km/10km/10mile) and take in the beautiful sights of Easkey's Wild Atlantic coastline and fresh sea air with each of the races finishing at the iconic Easkey Castle.
SLIGO ANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES VINTAGE FAIR
The Sligo Antiques and Collectables Vintage fair takes place at the Radisson Hotel, Sligo, on Sunday, April 27. There will be 30+ stands with dealers from all over Ireland offering a vast choice of decorative and functional items. Admission is €3.50.
A CELEBRATION OF MUSIC AND SONG
ADVERTISEMENT
A celebration of Music & Song with Seán Keane, Michael Rooney, Stephen Doherty & The Ceol na nÓg Trad Orchestra takes place at Hawk's Well Theatre on Friday April 25. A unique night of Music and Song bringing together a multiple of performers from different platforms.
NO IRISH NEED APPLY
The Model presents a new film work by the artist, Marianne Keating, entitled No Irish Need Apply, which has been commissioned by The Model especially for The Niland Collection. This single-channel film examines the realities of Irish migration to England during the twentieth century. The exhibition continues until June 21.
GALLENS OF LAUGHTER
Having been described as 'Ireland's funniest man in Ireland's funniest show ', it's easy to see why, Conal Gallen returns to Hawk's Well Theatre on Thursday, April 24. It really is non-stop laughter all the way.
