JULY FESTIVAL MADNESS IN COUNTY CLARE

Web Version July 2016 Time to Hit the Road to Miltown Malbay Learn of the traditional culture, arts, language and literature that County Clare is renowned for during the weeklong Willie Clancy Summer School from the 2nd - 10th July. The Scoil Samhraidh Willie Clancy is Ireland's largest traditional music Summer School. During the week, students from every part of the world attend daily classes taught by experts in Irish music and dance.  In addition, a full program of lectures, recitals, dances and exhibitions are run by the Summer School. If dancing is more your thing visit the Armada Hotel in Spanish Point where there is a 10-day programme of set dancing sessions and country music dancing scheduled to coincide with the Willie Clancy Festival. The Streets of Ennis Come Alive in July At the 11th annual Ennis Street Arts Festival the streets of Ennis will come alive with fun, art, culture and entertainment provided by International, National and Local Artists from the 4th - 10th July. This year the theme is 'Clare-County of Culture' so expect lots of ceol and culture. Dancing at the Crossroads  Comhaltas Ceoltoirí Éireann will host its Annual Céilí at the Crossroads Festival Clarecastle from 10th July - 17th July.  Highlight events include a concert on Sunday 10th July by Ann Droney Kirrane with her band and the Céilí Mór with Star of Munster Céilí Band at Abbey Hall on Saturday 16th July.   July Comhaltas Summer Seisiúin Enjoy a stage show showcasing the best of local traditional music, singing and storytelling followed by an informal session with audience participation encouraged. Every Monday at 9pm TEACH CHEOIL, ENNISTYMON Every Tuesday at 8pm CNOC NA GAOITHE CULTURAL CENTRE, TULLA Every Wednesday at 9pm COIS NA HABHNA, ENNIS Every Thursday at 9pm TEACH CHEOIL, COROFIN & KILRUSH Every Friday at 8.30pm COIS NA HABHNA, ENNIS Warm Up for the Fleadh The Kilrush Traditional Music & Set Dancing Festival is an ideal way to warm up for the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann in Ennis this August.  The weekend festival (20th - 24th July) promises to be packed with music sessions, open air céilí's, sean nós & set dancing workshops.  A highlight event each year is the musical boat trip to Scattery Island. Bank Holiday Fun in Scarriff The Scarriff Harbour Festival offers a varied programme of activities, arts, music and entertainment inspired by the "lake" theme. Simply purchase a wrist band and enjoy live entertainment including the 'Kilfenora Céilí Band', 'Tommy Fleming', 'Something Happens' and 'Hudson Taylor' to name a few. Something 'Fishy' in Doonbeg The Doonbeg Seafood Festival celebrates the great local seafood tradition in the area. Events include open air fish market, cookery demonstrations & tastings, crab fishing competition, duck race and live music in the local bars.  A highlight of the weekend is always the 'Queen of the Sea' Competition. Laugh a Minute in Kilmihil Kilmihil Festival of Fun is Ireland's only festival which is completely dedicated to fun and making you smile. Highlight events include the famous pig races, the colourful cultural parade, the lakeside bbq and the Dan O'Halloran 10km fun run and cycle. All events are family friendly and designed to make you smile.