2026 Lineup
- All Fingal Venues
- Ardgillan Castle
- Donabate-Portrane Community Centre
- Draíocht
- Lusk Community Cultural Centre
- Malahide Castle
- Millbank Theatre
- Seamus Ennis Arts Centre
- St. Macullins Centre
- Swords Castle
- The Abbey Tavern
- The Little Theatre
- The Abbey Tavern - Boat Room
- Joe May's Pub
- Howth Sea Angling Club
- Lusk Village Square
- All South Dublin Venues
- Áras Chrónáin Ionad Cultúir
- Brú Chrónáin Round Tower Visitor Centre
- Court Of Petty Sessions
- Civic Theatre Tallaght
- Glenasmole Community Centre
- Rathfarnham Castle
- St. Maelruain's Church
- Aon Scéal Café
- Wherelse Cafe
- North Clondalkin Library
- Clondalkin Library
- Castletymon Library
- Tallaght Library
- Ballyroan Library
Chords and Timbre, Reeds and Strings with Matt Molloy, Maighread Ní Dhomhnaill, Paddy Glackin, Derek Hickey, Mike McGoldrick, and special guest Stephen Rea
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“Míle Buíochas! And congratulations to all the team in TradFest for organising such a fantastic celebration of our glorious music and culture. Ber Bua! ”
“Just want to thank you all for such an incredible weekend with some amazing musicians and artists as it just gets bigger and better each year.”
“Love how you can move in and out of bars and the music everywhere—the variety of the music/ the variety of the events.”
“I love how it is a free concert & how you can hop from bar to bar to see traditional Irish music. It is a compact space in Temple Bar, and the atmosphere is great. It is a great way to see different types of traditional music.”
“Marvellous and great venues, very accessible and not over-crowded. It’s relaxing.”
“I love traditional music, and I love the buzz of Temple Bar in the Winter – Just a fun thing to have on in January.”
“Fantastic celebration of amazing musicians!! It was an honour and privilege to witness and experience their gift of music!”
“Another awesome night. What a treat to see this young talent alongside Peggy Seeger. Can’t wait to see the lineup Aiofe Scott puts together next year!”
“We are so glad to have found TradFest. The Transatlantic Women concert this year, honoring Maura O’Connell, was fabulous. Can’t wait for 2026!”
“Thank you – it was a wonderful experience in this beautiful church. A magical evening.”
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Testimonials
Our fans are the heart of TradFest. Their passion and loyalty make the festival what it is—a vibrant community celebrating Irish music and culture. Their energy brings the venues to life, proving you truly are the best fans in the world. Thank you for making TradFest possible.
TradFest Extra
Our festivals within the festival create a welcoming space for every generation and tradition to connect and celebrate.
AbleFest
AbleFest is Ireland’s largest inclusive musical festival, as well as a movement that embraces diversity and celebrates difference. TradFest & AbleFest work together to ensure our festivals are accessible and inclusive spaces for all.
The Smithwick’s Session
TradFest will be forever loyal to its roots, with The Smithwick’s Sessions bringing the sounds of the festival to the cobbles of Temple Bar. The pubs and hotels of the capital’s Cultural Quarter host free, un-ticketed performances every January, with the best of established and emerging talent.
Hidden for now but added closer to the event.
Jan 26
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