Wild Atlantic Week 2024

Wild Atlantic Week 2024
Sat 3rd August - Sat 10th August 2024
Various Times

A week of special events for visitors and the community alike.

ARDARA WILD ATLANTIC WAY FESTIVAL Ardara – the best Village to live in – Donegal’s hidden gem, Ardara


Friday 2nd August

7 pm Comedy Magic Show with Colm Dawson in the Beehive – CANCELLED

Saturday 3rd August

11:00 am – 3:00 pm Ardara Artisan Market main town carpark

12 Noon – Weaving & Spinning Demonstration in the Heritage Centre

10:00 pm Great selection of music in town

Sunday 4th August

Day of Air Painting out and about in the town.

2:00 pm Annual Blessing of the Graves at the Church of the Holy Family

3:00 pm Family Fun Day at Pearse Memorial Park with loads of activities for all the family followed with opening of the Gym

7:30 pm – Dancing at the Crossroads led by Clement Gallagher with the Duntallty Ceili Band

10:00 pm Great selection of music in town

Monday 5th August

11:00 am – 4:30 pm Aidan Mc Cole watercolour painting class in the Heritage Centre. Booking essential.

8:00 pm Swingtime with Neilly & Co at the Corner House

10:00 pm Great selection of music at venues

Tuesday 6th August

10:00 am – 4:00 pm Johnny Boyle mixed media landscape workshop upstairs at the Heritage Centre. Booking essential

7:00 pm Michelle McKeown presents a short film and talk about Irish International Poet Padraic Fiacc at the Heritage Centre

10:00 pm Great selection of music at all venues

Wednesday 7th August

11:00 am – 4:00 pm Seán Ó Brogan portraits in oils at the Heritage Centre. Booking essential.

11:00 am Mystery Bus Tour leaving the Heritage Centre to a surprise location

10:00 pm Great selection of Music in Donegal

Thursday 8th August

10:30 am – 4:00 pm Basket Weaving with Gene Eoghan O Curraighain in the Heritage Centre. Booking essential.

6:00 pm Manus Packie Byrne film screening at the Heritage Centre

10:00 pm Great selection of music at venues

Friday 9th August

10:30 am – 4:00 pm Art Exhibition of all works done during the week in the Heritage Centre

7:00 pm Duck racing on the Owentocker River organised in aid of the Loughros Point Rowing Club

10:00 pm Great selection of music at all venues

Saturday 10th August

11:00 am – 4:00 pm Ardara Show Day – The best in local produce and talent displayed at the GAA Grounds, Ardara. See the best of craft, baking, vegetables, floral displays, competitions, and much more!

8:00 pm Ardara Show Dance – at the GAA Grounds

10:00 pm Great selection of music at all venues

For more information contact Stephen +353 87 242 4590 | info@ardara.ie


Supported by FÁILTE IRELAND WILD ATLANTIC WAY WAKE TOURISM


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Accommodation

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Woodhill House

A historic coastal manor house dating back to the 17th century offering accommodation and dining Phone: (074) 954 1112 Facebook: www.facebook.com/WoodhillHouseAndRestaurant www.woodhillhouse.com Share:

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Self Catering

Iona Lodge

Newly refurbished, modern house with open plan kitchen living room in the centre of Ardara. 3 bedrooms but can sleep 7 people comfortably. Book on AirBnB Phone 0879330430 Share:

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Beagh Farm Cottage

Beagh Farm Cottage nestles in a sheltered position off a private lane. It is less than 5 minutes from the heritage town of Ardara and 10 mins from the beaches…

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Owenea River Rest

Owenea River Rest offers a unique glamping experience near the Owenea river, just outside the heritage village of Ardara, on the Wild Atlantic Way. Guests can wake up in tranquillity…

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No.2 Drumbarron Park

Self catering 4 bedroomed detached dwelling located at Hillhead, Ardara. 2min walk to town.  House sleeps 7.  All enquiries to 087 3107670 after 6.00pm or e-mail traversannmarie@gmail.com Share:

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Semi-detached House – Portnoo

3 bedroom en-suite semi-detached house for rent. Kitchen/Living area with an open fire. Private entrance and parking. 1 minute from Narin beach. Outside dining area and toys for kids. Dog…

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McMonagle Rooms

Two en-suite rooms available Tea and coffee making facilities, TV, 7min drive to Narin beach and 1km from Ardara town Room rates only Contact Sean for availability Share:

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Corby House

Set in Ardara, 2.4 km from Stephen Bennett Artist Studio/Gallery and 3.4 km from Assaranca Falls, Corby House provides accommodation with amenities such as free WiFi and a flat-screen TV….

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Holly Glen Cottage

3 Km from Ardara. Perched on the hillside and boasting excellent views of the Glengesh Pass near Ardara, is this delightful detached farmhouse-style cottage. This cottage has been lovingly decorated…

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Maggie’s House

Boasting garden views, Maggie’s House offers accommodation with a private beach area, a garden and a terrace, around 14 km from Narin & Portnoo Golf Club.

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Bed & Breakfast

Drumbarron House B & B

Drumbarron Bed & Breakfast is situated in the heart of Ardara on The Diamond. We welcome you to our third generation Bed & Breakfast. Complimentary Tea/ Coffee, scones provided on…

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An Charraig Ban

The bed and breakfast offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen…

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Hillhead House B&B

B&B situated at Hillhead Ardara with four rooms available.Situated in a quiet area just 200m from the center of the village.To book contact Irene on 087 295 4920 Share:

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The Green Gate B&B

Nestled 2km above the iconic village of Ardara, The Green Gate B&B is a traditional Irish thatched cottage which was lovingly restored and created by French philosopher Paul Chatenoud in…

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Ardhill House

Beautifully restored house in the centre of the village in Ardara. 4 guest rooms. Campervan places. Parking. WiFi. Town centre.

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Brae House B&B

Clean, Friendly, Family Home.Quiet comfortable orthopaedic beds & TVRenowned for Hospitality and Excellent FoodEasy to Find, Hard to leaveOnce Been, Never To Be ForgottenSituated in Ardara Town, 7 doors from…

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Robin’s Nest B&B

A brand new bright & airy home situated in a quiet lane with magnificent views across the bay to Maghera Beach & Caves, Assaranca Waterfall and the majestic mountains beyond….

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Abbey Lodge

Abbey Lodge B & B is situated on the Glenties Road adjacent to the Ardara Garda Station. The House boasts panoramic sea and mountain views overlooking Ardara Town. Just a…

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