17-06-2025
Thousands of fans to head to Dun Laoghaire for Ukulele Hooley 2025
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Dun Laoghaire will be abuzz this with thousands of enthusiasts from Ireland and beyond gathering for the renowned Ukulele Hooley. Now in its 14th year, the event boasts an impressive line-up of international and local ukulele talent, taking place from Saturday, August 23 to Sunday, August 24.
As Europe's longest-running ukulele festival, the Hooley promises a financial boost for the charming south Dublin seaside town, offering a fun-filled weekend of entertainment for fans. The highlight of the two-day celebration is the free concert in the People's Park, Dun Laoghaire, on Sunday, August 24, which draws in thousands of enthusiasts.
The 2025 Hooley, supported by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council, will feature an array of fan-favourite attractions, including:
Workshops, with a special session for kids
The UKE Factor competition
Saturday Afternoon Stage at Eblana Cabana
Flash Mob
The Bus Busk
Open Mic
The Big Concert and Jam in the People's Park
This year's Hooley will showcase ukulele performers from the USA, Poland, Italy, the UK, and a wealth of homegrown talent. Organiser Niall Carty said: "I can promise a bigger and better festival this year. It's a very unique music event that bring people together through the sheer joy that the ukulele brings.
"We want everyone to be a part of this extraordinary experience. This is a free, family focussed, fun event that has grown into an internationally recognised celebration of the humble ukulele which is now one of the most popular instruments in Ireland."
Cathaoirleach of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council, Cllr Jim Gildea, added: "We are delighted to welcome the return of Ukulele Hooley to Dún Laoghaire this August. Now in its 14th year, the festival has become a vibrant celebration of music, community, and creativity that draws visitors from all over the world. Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council is proud to support this joyful and inclusive event, which brings such positive energy and international attention to our beautiful town."
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