06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
The top ten things to do in Sligo this week, May 7-13: Bike week, theme nights, talent show and more
Check out our top pick of this week's events below.
BIKE WEEK
Bike week continues this week until Monday, May 18. Bike Week is a celebration and promotion of all that's great about bikes and cycling. There are numerous free cycling related events running in Sligo throughout Bike Week, and you can get the full list of those events on
SEVEN LETTERS
On Thursday, May 8, Hawk's Well Theatre is proud to host Seven Letters, a powerful theatrical experience that celebrates the everyday women who carry the weight of memories on their hearts. These women have faced love, abandonment, hope, and heartbreak, yet they persist, often finding strength through wit and laughter.
SEOID IN CONCERT
Riverstown CCE presents Seoid in concert with special guests dancers from Bróga Bríomhar Dance School this Friday, May 9 at the Morrison Cottage. Entry is €15, with the event getting underway at 8.30pm. This promises to be a brilliant night, don't miss out.
TEENAGE THEME NIGHT
The Theme Night Academy has been providing a platform for older teenagers to perform with their peers in a professional, safe and friendly environment for over 10 years. This weekend, May 10 and May 11, enjoy the 35th Teenage Theme Night show in the ever-popular series at Hawk's Well. This edition will also feature an exciting and brand-new collaboration with the Sligo Academy of Music Sinfonietta orchestra.
CHORUS IN REMEMORY OF FLIGHT
Chorus in Rememory of Flight, an immersive multi-screen film installation, across six gallery spaces, by one of the UK's most exciting artists, Julianknxx, continues at The Model until June 21. This major work is borne out of a year in which Julianknxx travelled to cities across Europe to locate and collaborate with ex-patriot African communities.
EXPLORE THE GREAT OUTDOORS
With the good weather set to continue, why not make the most of it and explore some of the best of what Sligo has to offer. From golf courses, mountain trails, beaches, to forests, lakes and lots more, you'll find an adventure that suits you.
URSULINE COLLEGE TALENT SHOW
join the Ursuline College Sligo for an evening filled with incredible performances at the UCS Talent Show on Thursday, May 8 in aid of North West Hospice. Showcasing the amazing talents of our students and staff, this event promises to be a night to remember. From singing to dancing, comedy to drama, talented individuals will entertain and impress you. Tickets via eventbrite.
SHEELA NA GIG GIG
Sheela na Gig Gig is back. A warm, electric night of spoken word, live music, and free expression in the soft glow of Oak Moon Café this Friday, May 9. Come through for an intimate line-up of talented women performers, each bringing their own fire to the mic. Free entry.
SHASKEEN
Traditional music band, Shaskeen, has been a cornerstone of Irish traditional music and song for over half a century and show no signs of slowing down, ahead of their appearance in the Coleman Music Centre, Gurteen on Saturday May 10 at. Tickets €20. To book call: 071 9182599 or online
SLIGO ROVERS V BOHEMIANS
Sligo Rovers could do with your support this Saturday as John Russell's side welcome Bohemians to The Showgronds. In a tough run of form at present, the Bit O'Red are desperate for points. Kick-off at the Showgrounds is 7.45pm.
