Mayo All-Ireland champions to play at Achill festival
All-Ireland Champions Glór na dTonn were selected by Culture Ireland to deliver a special showcase concert on Achill Island
All-Ireland Champions Glór na dTonn were selected by Culture Ireland to deliver a special showcase concert on Achill Island as part of Féile Airneáin Chill Damhnait, celebrating Ireland’s EU Presidency Culture Programme 2026.
Entitled The Cultural Ties that Bind Us, the concert will celebrate Ireland's rich cultural, musical and linguistic heritage. Rooted in the traditional music of Mayo and Sligo, Glór na dTonn have built a reputation for their vibrant Connacht style of dance music, inspired by some of the region's most celebrated musicians, including the legendary James Morrison and Michael Coleman.
The band are delighted to have been selected by Cultúr Éireann 2026/Culture Ireland to celebrate and promote Ireland’s EU Presidency Culture Programme.
Joining Glór na dTonn on the night will be an outstanding lineup of special guests, including Colm O'Donnell, Siobhán O'Donnell, Shane McGowan, the Kildownet Half Set, and many more.
Ceolchoirm na Féile takes place on Monday, August 17 at 8pm in the Marquee at Patten's Bar, Derreens, Achill. Admission is free (saor in aisce).
The evening begins with the Mol an Óige Youth Session at 6pm in Patten's Bar, showcasing young traditional musicians before the main concert.
Everyone is welcome to attend what promises to be a memorable evening of music, song and celebration as part of Féile Airneáin Chill Damhnait 2026.