August 2017 Events & Festivals

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.