The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal.
The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26 th April by the Cathaoirleach of Donegal County Council, Councillor Liam Blaney at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny.
At the launch, we were delighted to have the Finn Valley Men’s Choir to give us a showcase of their musical
repertoire while Master of Ceremonies, Fergus Cleary, entertained us with his fun and energetic stories.
Speaking at the launch, Cathaoirleach Councillor Liam Blaney said, “Bealtaine is always on a journey to be
entertaining and inclusive. Just as we know there’s no one experience of older age, there is no one kind of
event in Bealtaine 2023. The festival is full of exciting and interesting events for our communities.”
Ciara Cunnane, Donegal Bealtaine coordinator explained that lots of events are planned locally.
She said “Donegal County Council’s Culture Division have planned various events throughout the month ranging from crafts, cookery, music, theatre, talks and walks!
“Highlights include the online talk on ‘The Secrets to Long Term Brain Health, Zumba Gold Dance classes, many crafts events including the welcome return of Willow Crafts with The Willow Woman and a wide selection of local history talks.’
Donegal Bealtaine Festival 2023 Brochure can be downloaded from donegallibrary.ie, or pick one up from
your local library. For further details contact 074 91 75384 or email bealtaine@donegallibrary.ie
The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny from left are Gerard McGee, Alice gildea, Packie Keeney and Charlie Caterson, Finn Valley Mens Choir. Photo Clive Wasson.
The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny from left are Charlie Caterson, John Duffy, Alice Gildea, Gerard McGee, Packie Keeney, Leon McGranaghan and Seamus McBride. Photo Clive Wasson. Photo Clive Wasson.
The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny Gerard McGee, Packie Keeney take browse over teh festival programe. Photo Clive Wasson.
The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny Ciara Cunnane, Donegal Bealtaine Co Ordinator with the Finn Valley Mens Choir who performed at the event. Photo Clive Wasson.
The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny Alice Gildea conducting the Finn VAlley Mens Choir. . Photo Clive Wasson.
The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny Ciara Cunnane, Donegal Bealtaine Co Ordinator and Caroline Carr Donegal County Museum with Finn Valley Mens Choir. Photo Clive Wasson. Photo Clive Wasson.
The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny Una Mattewson, Rita Chapman and Gavin Burke at the launch. Photo Clive Wasson.
The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny R. S. Allen and Anne McGranaghan. Photo Clive Wasson.
The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny Sarah Lewtas and Ian Gordon at the launch. . Photo Clive Wasson.
The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny from left are Caroline Carr, Donegal County Museum, Brian Cannon and Marie Cannon. Photo Clive Wasson.
The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny from left are Cllr. Donal Coyle, Ciara Cunnane, Bealtaine Co Ordinator, Cathaoirleach Doengal County Council Liam Blaney and Caroline Carr, Donegal County Museum. Photo Clive Wasson.
The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny from left are Cllr. Donal Coyle, Ciara Cunnane, Bealtaine Co Ordinator, Cathaoirleach Doengal County Council Liam Blaney and Caroline Carr, Donegal County Museum. Photo Clive Wasson.
The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny Photo Clive Wasson. Photo Clive Wasson.
Ciara Cunnane, Bealtine Donegal Co Ordinator speaking at the launch of The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny. Photo Clive Wasson.
Cathaoirleach Doengal County Council Liam Blaney speaking at the launch of The Bealtaine Festival, Ireland’s national celebration of the arts and creativity as we age, will be celebrated throughout the month of May in Donegal. The festival, now in its 26th Year, was officially launched on Wednesday 26th April by Councilor Liam Blaney, Cathaoirleach (Mayor) of Donegal County Council at Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny. Photo Clive Wasson.
