Comhaltas

31/10/2024

and RTÉ presents
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024
A six-part series chronicling Fleadh Cheoil 2024
Broadcasting on RTÉ One, every Friday from 15 November

The popular Fleadh Cheoil series returns to our screens from Friday 15 November, showcasing the best of Irish Traditional Music from Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024. This year, Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann is back in the sunny Southeast in the beautiful historic town of Wexford.

Across six episodes we bring viewers on a lively ramble through Wexford town, enjoying the street sessions and getting fully immersed in what Fleadh Cheoil is all about. Joining the Fleadh crew for the second year running is RTÉ star Dáithí Ó Sé, joined by musician and Fleadh stalwart, Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh. Dáithí and Muireann meet with a plethora of locally and internationally renowned top-class musicians, including Emma Langford, local heroes John and Pip Murphy, Michael McGoldrick, Billow Wood, Ímar, Bríd Harper & Dermot Byrne, and there's even a rousing performance from John Spillane.

This year's theme is ‘Fleadh for All’ which reflects the event’s inclusive nature with this series capturing the craic, colour and ceol of Ireland’s biggest traditional music festival! According to Garda estimates up to 650,000 people visited Wexford town over the course of the 8-day festival. The pride of the Wexford people and of doting parents is apparent, as children and adults take part in spectacular events such as Scoil Éigse, the Guinness World Record Attempt in Wexford Park and the many other competitions that are an integral part of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann.

Visitors and residents alike are joined by colourful characters enjoying spontaneous music sessions amidst the glorious August sunshine reflecting the beauty of Wexford town. Some of the exciting performances to look forward to include Cuas, the McKenna Family, TULUA, Marian Curtin, The Local Wexford Singers, The Blackwater Céilí Band, the McGuinness family, The Cumas Céilí Band and many more.

The series is a Red Shoe Production for RTÉ
Fleadh Cheoil – RTÉ One – series starts Friday 15 November 8:30pm

17/10/2024

The entry deadline for the Senior Fiddler of Dooney Competition has been extended until to Tuesday 22nd Oct!

The Senior Competition takes place on 27thnof October.

For more details visit www.sligotowncce.com or email [email protected]

19/09/2024

DEADLINE for 'Comórtas Bonn Óir Sean Ó Riada 2024' is Wednesday 25th September.

Get your application in before it's too late

Raidió na Gaeltachta (Oifigiúil) Gael Linn

30/08/2024

Are you living outside Ireland and want to gain the foundation skills for teaching Irish Traditional Music? Sign up for our Preparatory TTCT online course today.

28/08/2024

This year, as part of the Tionól Leo Rowsome celebrations, Comhaltas are offering two free piping workshops with two of Ireland’s leading pipers and tutors Padraig McGovern and Mike Smyth.

The workshops are for Intermediate and Advanced students only.

Places are limited. For details and to book your place please call Padraig Donlon 087 295 6517.

21/08/2024

Did you know about the Comhaltas National Draw?

There are valuable prizes including one of €5,000!!

The selling branch can keep all the proceeds without any cost to themselves.

APPLY TODAY WHILE YOU CAN!

Contact [email protected] if you wish to apply

11/08/2024

And the winners are!!

Beartla Ó Flatharta Céilí Band Cill Dara are the Senior Ceili Band Champions for 2024!!! Join them at the Gig Rig after 11!

1st Beartla Ó Flatharta Céilí Band Cill Dara
2nd Glór na dTonn, Maigh Eo
3rd Drombeg Céilí Band, Corcaigh

10/08/2024

Stay up to date with the latest results from the Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024
https://comhaltas.ie/fleadh/results/

10/08/2024

Stay up to date with the latest results from the Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024 here!

Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024 is in full swing as over 5,500 competitors vie for All-Ireland glory in Wexford town. To view a full list of results, or to follow the competitions live, click on the links below. Results 2024 Watch the Fleadh Live

10/08/2024

Don’t forget! 🚨🎼

The much-anticipated Séamus Mac Mathúna concert will be held today, August 10th, at the Clayton Whites Hotel at 8 pm!

The concert celebrates the life of world-renowned Irish trad performer, Séamus Mac Mathúna and his contribution to the preservation of traditional Irish music and culture.

Tickets are limited, so grab yours at the link below! Don’t miss out! 🎵

Tickets: https://fleadhcheoil-wexford.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873648279

09/08/2024

Taoiseach, Simon Harris arrived in Wexford today to celebrate Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann!

During his visit, the Taoiseach chatted with Fleadh Cheoil Chairperson, Eddie Taaffe and Comhaltas Ardstiúrthóir Dr. Labhrás Ó Murchú about the incredible celebration of Irish culture that has been witnessed on the streets of Loch Gorman over the past six days.

The Taoiseach was also lucky enough to meet some of the talented musicians that make Fleadh Cheoil an unforgettable week 🎶🇮🇪

08/08/2024

REMINDER 🚨

Join us today, August 8th, as we attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the largest group playing Tin Whistles over a continuous 5-minute period! We are expecting a strong turnout to break this record, so please ensure you arrive on time, and don’t forget your tin whistle! 🎶🎶🎶

Registration: 4:00 pm

Location: Wexford Park GAA Grounds

See you at 4 pm to make history! 🎵

07/08/2024

We were delighted to welcome Tánaiste, Micheál Martin to Wexford for Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024!

During his visit, the Minister visited Scoil Éigse, who are celebrating their 50th year running, and had the pleasure of witnessing the brilliance of its students 👏

Photography credit: Terry Byrne

07/08/2024

06/08/2024

Sheol an t-Aire Catherine Martin Seachtain na Gaeilge na Fleidhe, ag Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024 i Loch Garman inniu. Tionóladh Seisiún na Gaeilge an Chomhaltais roimh an sheoladh, le ceol, amhran agus rince. Cuireadh fáilte mór ar na heagraíochtaí Gaelacha a bhí i láthair.

06/08/2024

🇮🇪 Wexford welcomes talented artists from across the nation 🇮🇪

We’re thrilled to have you here, sharing your incredible talent with us during the Fleadh, bringing the streets to life!

Here’s to unforgettable performances and cherished memories! 🎻



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🇮🇪 Cuireann Loch Garman fáilte roimh ealaíontóirí cumasacha ó cheann ceann na tíre 🇮🇪

Tá fíoráthas orainn go bhfuil tú anseo, ag roinnt do chumais dochreidte linn le linn na Fleidhe, ag cur beocht sna sráideanna!

Seo chugaibh léirithe dodhearmadta agus cuimhní cinn iontacha! 🎻

05/08/2024

🗓️Mark your calendars for the Séamus Mac Mathúna concert on August 10th! 🗓️

This headline ensemble concert, featuring some of the most talented musicians and singers in traditional Irish music, celebrates the life of Séamus Mac Mathúna and showcases the impact he had on the Irish music scene.🎼🪗

Tickets are limited, so grab yours now at:

https://fleadhcheoil-wexford.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/873648279

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Cuir ceolchoirm Shéamus Mac Mathúna ar an 10ú Lúnasa ar d'fhéilire! Beidh cuid de na ceoltóirí agus amhránaithe is fearr sa tír ann ar an oíche chun ceiliúradh a dhéanamh ar shaol Séamus agus an tionchar a bhí aige ar an gceol traidisiúnta. Tá spás teoranta, so faigh do thicéad anois ag https://fleadhcheoil.ie/event/seamus-macmathuna-concert/

05/08/2024

A round of applause for our volunteer photographers 👏

The wonderful festivities of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann are being captured by some talented volunteer photographers, creating memories that we will never forget!

Keep an eye on our socials for all the fantastic shots captured this week 📸

Photography Credits:

Alan Mahon
Aoife Kavanagh
Darren Arkins
Eileen Reddy
Neil Tuson

05/08/2024

PLANNING YOUR ROUTE TO THE FLEADH? READ THIS POST!
Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024, the world’s largest celebration of Irish music and language events, is taking place in Wexford Town this week. The event will run until Monday, the 12th of August 2024.

Garda Síochána and Wexford County Council have announced details of the traffic management plan, which will run for the duration of the event.

Please note, normal local routes have changed. See colour code route breakdown listed below for each entry point to the town below along with useful videos to help navigate your journey to the event.

Please travel safely and enjoy the Fleadh!

Yellow Route: https://www.garda.ie/!SR9ADX

Blue Route: https://www.garda.ie/!W914SC

Brown Route: https://www.garda.ie/!HDDNR6

Orange Route: https://www.garda.ie/!D2QW8V

Purple Route: https://www.garda.ie/!FNFSSX

05/08/2024

Our Wexford Town Library branch is getting ready to celebrate the Fleadh For All, and we want to let you know about our sensory space.

We will have events on during the day, but there will also be a quiet space available for anyone with sensory needs that just wants a break.

The sensory space with play resources for children and adults is available in Wexford Library during library opening hours:

Tuesday 10.30am – 9.00pm
Wednesday 10.30am – 5.30pm
Thursday 10.30am – 9.00pm
Friday 10.30am – 5.30pm
Saturday 10.30am – 5.30pm

Events
Wednesday 7th August @ 11am Irish Themed Baby Rhymetime for babies & toddlers (0-3 yrs)
Wednesday 7th August Caroline Bushers new novel The Spectacular Library of Magicial Things (8 - 14yrs)
Thursday 8th August @ 2pm Sean Nos Dancing with Niamh Paige (All Ages)
Saturday 10th August @ 11am Irish Themed Storytime Event (4-7yrs)
Saturday 10th August @ 1pm Moo Music with Mairead (0-4yrs)



Wexford Library Fleadh Cheoil

04/08/2024

There were amazing crowds for the opening ceremony of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024! Join us for a week-long celebration of Irish culture, language and music! Bígí Linn! 🎼 🎻

04/08/2024

Wexford welcomes the President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins to Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024 🇮🇪☘️

We are honoured to share our vibrant culture with the President during this wonderful celebration of music and tradition!



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Cuireann Loch Garman fáilte roimh Uachtarán na hÉireann, Mícheál D. Ó hUigínn chuig Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024 🇮🇪☘️

Is mór an onóir dúinn ár gcultúr bríomhar a roinnt leis an Uachtarán le linn an cheiliúrtha iontach seo de cheol agus traidisiún!

04/08/2024

Uachtarán na hÉireann Michael D. Higgins has officially opened the Comhaltas Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024 to a huge crowd in Wexford with music from the talented Blackwater Céilí Band

04/08/2024

🎉 The day is finally here 🎉

It's the 4th of August and Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024 has officially arrived in Wexford!

It's going to be such a fantastic week of festivities - check out our official website fleadhcheoil.ie for everything you need to know ℹ️



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🎉 Tá an lá tagtha faoi dheireadh 🎉

An 4ú Lúnasa atá ann agus tá Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2024 tagtha go Loch Garman go hoifigiúil!

Seachtain iontach d'imeachtaí ceiliúrtha a bheidh ann - féach ar ár láithreán gréasáin oifigiúil fleadhcheoil.ie le haghaidh gach eolas ℹ️