Maritime Festivals Ireland
The Loughs Agency welcomed tens of thousands of people to Derry’s riverfront during the Foyle Maritime Festival at the end of June, delivering a packed programme for visitors of all ages. Activities included canoe races, paddle boarding, kayak tours, boat…
The story of Scotland's celebrated Fife yacht-building dynasty takes centre stage in a new exhibition opening this weekend at the Scottish Maritime Museum's Denny Tank in Dumbarton. From Fairlie to the World: The Fife Design Story opens on Saturday, 4…
St Michael's Rowing Club will introduce more people to rowing with a free "Erg Come & Try" session during Coastival Dún Laoghaire 2026. The event takes place in People's Park on Sunday, 5 July, from 11 am to 1 pm…
The world's largest replica Spanish galleon, Galeón Andalucía, is due to arrive in Sligo for a two-week public visit from 30 June to 13 July, offering visitors a rare opportunity to step aboard one of Europe's most distinctive historic ships.…
The tale of pirate queen Grace O’Malley is the theme for an aerial circus in Europe’s most westerly theatre in Mulranny, Co.Mayo, this weekend. As RTÉ Radio 1 Countrywide reports, the circus rig erected in an outdoor performance space named…
Communities across Ireland are being invited to apply for funding to celebrate Water Heritage Day during National Heritage Week 2026. The Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO), together with Minister of State for Nature, Heritage and Biodiversity Christopher O'Sullivan TD, has…
Coastival returns to Dún Laoghaire this July with a nine-day celebration of maritime heritage, culture, and community spirit. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council Cathaoirleach, Cllr Barry Saul, has announced details of the programme, which runs from July 4th to 12th, featuring…
The Galeón Andalucía has arrived in Derry for the first time as part of its 2026 European tour. The 55-metre replica Spanish galleon is berthed at Meadowbank Quay and will be open to visitors from June 24 to June 28…
A spectacular illuminated Tall Ships display known as Sails of Solace is set to become one of the standout attractions at next week's Foyle Maritime Festival in Derry. Running from 25 to 27 June between 10 pm and 3 am,…
Sunshine, light breezes and a colourful fleet of traditional craft combined to provide ideal conditions for Saturday's Parade of Sail at the Crosshaven Traditional Sail Festival. The Festival enjoyed a picture-perfect Saturday as a fleet of classic and traditional craft…
The first boats have begun arriving in Crosshaven ahead of this weekend's Crosshaven Traditional Sail Festival, with favourable weather forecasts adding to expectations of a busy and colourful gathering in Cork Harbour. Classic sailing craft were berthed along Hugh Coveney…
International foiling stars and Irish riders will gather in Dublin Bay later this month for the inaugural Dublin Bay Foil Festival. The two-day event takes place at Salthill on 19 and 20 June and will feature a mix of competition,…
Howth's waterfront pubs, harbour bars and historic venues will come alive this August as the Howth Roots and Blues Festival returns with 40 free live performances. The internationally recognised festival runs from 7 to 9 August, bringing Irish and international…
Columbus's Stunning Replica Santa María to Visit West Cork With Public Tours
8th June 2026 Maritime Festivals
The ports and harbours of the Cork coastline have always enjoyed a varied set of visiting vessels, ranging from those massive cruise ships to the exclusive superyachts dropping anchor. However, the scene down in West Cork is where locals and…
"Mindful Steps By the Sea" - World Ocean Day Events with Galway Atlantaquaria
6th June 2026 Maritime Festivals
Galway Atlantaquaria is marking World Ocean Day with a series of “mindful steps by the sea” between June 8th and 13th “What the ocean teaches us” is the theme of the events, which are funded by An Taisce’s Clean Coasts…
Sligo Bay RNLI’s Wild Atlantic Shanty Festival returns from 19 to 21 June, bringing three days of music, maritime heritage and community celebrations to the north-west coast. Now in its 16th year, the volunteer-led festival combines traditional sea shanties with…
