August 2017 Events & Festivals
Events August 2017
Find all events in West Cork for August 2017 below.
DATE |
AUGUST FESTIVALS/EVENTS |
LOCATION |
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August 7th-14th |
Baltimore Regatta on the first Monday of August kicks off the week of sailing races popularly known as 'Calves Week', called after the islands that lie at the centre of much of the week's sailing action (with a nod towards another sailing event taking place around the same time off the Isle of Wight). Competition on the water is keen, but regatta day is not just about sailing — it is traditionally a day when people flock to Baltimore, both to watch the spectacle of yachts racing in the harbour and to enjoy the attractions and festive atmosphere on shore. |
Baltimore |
August 5th – 6th |
Ardfield Summer Festival lots of family fun items such as Bouncy Castle, Children’s Face Painting, Car Treasure Hunt, Fashion & Beauty Evenings, Sandcastle Competitions, Motorcycle Charity Runs, Live Music, Festival Marquee Fun, Kiddies Disco's and Fishing Competitions. |
Ardfield |
August 4th – 12th | Festival of the Sea. The majority of events are open-air and free. Live bands play each night over the weekend in the square. A week-long celebration of the heritage of the fishing community of Castletownbere, it is a real showcase of the towns people and what is available here. Starting with the infamous sheaf tossing, air rugby, wheel barrow racing and lots of other fun new games every year. This leads into a three day market and children’s entertainment on the main square followed each evening by live bands and a late night D.J. Monday marks the main regatta day with lots of fun water sports and games organised by the Castletownbere Rowing club and Castletownbere Development association. This leads into a fun packed week around the area for all ages with the finally 'Take Me Out' on the Friday evening. | Castletownbere |
August 13th – 20th (TBC) |
Ballydehob Summer Festival A full week of rural shenanigans including (but not limited to) Charades Competitions, Crab Fishing, Historic Walks, Live Music, and Ballydehob’s infamous Turnip Race. |
Ballydehob |
August 13th | Ballroom of Romance - P.J.Murphy | WCH Ilen Suite |
August 20th |
Cape Clear Lá Spraoi Chléire is a laughter and fun-filled day on Cape Clear for all the family. Live open-air music plays throughout the day, while fun and games for all ages run concurrently. The Cape-style triathlon which has both an adult and teenage category is one highlight. Other attractions are the Cape Clear dog show and activities like face painting, cake sale, bouncing castle, Indian head massage, sandcastle building competition and much more. All proceeds raised on the day go to two worthy charities — Baltimore lifeboat and the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association. A fantastic day of craic, ceol and fun is promised for all the family to enjoy. All are welcome. |
Cape Clear |
August 20th | Ballroom of Romance - Finbarr Denehy | WCH Ilen Suite |
August 23rd – 27th |
Bantry Masters of Tradition Festival, Bantry showcases the best of Irish and international traditional music - featuring Martin Hayes, Sorcha Costello, John Flanagan, Mary Mc Namara, Denis Cahill & many more. |
Bantry |
August 24th – 27th |
Baltimore Deep Sea Angling Festival The festival is a boat fishing competition that has been taking place annually for nearly 50 years. It is held over the four days preceding the last Monday in August (the UK bank holiday) and is divided into one day's shark fishing and three days' bottom fishing. It attracts anglers from Ireland and abroad, many returning year after year, not just for the excellent fishing but also for the friendly atmosphere. |
Baltimore |
Have a look at our list of current events & festivals in West Cork. Here is our list of top 10 things to do in West Cork.