Cahir Tradfest returns with a great weekend of entertainment planned


The festival lines up an exciting array of workshops, pub sessions, and historic concert performances.
The highly anticipated Cahir Tradfest is returning for 2026, promising a brilliant weekend filled with traditional Irish music, song, and dance from Friday, September 18 to Sunday, September 20.
The festival lines up an exciting array of workshops, pub sessions, and historic concert performances.
Festival Line up & Events - on Friday, September 18: The weekend officially kicks off at 8:30pm with an opening Music Session at the Shamrock Lounge in Cahir.
On Saturday Morning, September 19 - Educational workshops will begin at Bunscoil na Cathrach, Cahir (E21 K304). Registration opens at 10am.
On Saturday Night, September 19 - The centrepiece Cahir Tradfest Concert will take place at the iconic Cahir Castle at 8pm showcasing the Cahir Comhaltas Seisiún alongside local musicians, singers, and dancers.
Saturday Night Pub Sessions with lively music sessions will continue from 9pm onwards at both the Shamrock Lounge and The Galtee Inn.
On Sunday, September 20 - The festival concludes with a special Mass at St. Mary’s Church at 11am featuring live accompaniment from local traditional musicians.
More details and scheduling updates are expected to follow.
Members of the public looking for further information or inquiries can contact us directly: Mary (086 062 4217), Yvonne (087 944 4658), or Clara (086 372 1672).