Mallow Arts Festival

An annual festival celebrating live music, literature, art, film and everything creative.

July 22nd – 26th, 2026

News

Songs & Souls

Songs and Souls — Closing Night at Mallow Arts Festival 2026 The Mallow Arts Festival closes in style on Sunday 26th July with Songs and Souls at St James’ Church of Ireland, from 8pm to 10pm. This unique show brings together acclaimed playwright Deirdre Kinahan and legendary fiddler Steve Wickham…
Dr. Strangely Strange

Dr. Strangely Strange Live at Mallow Arts Festival 2026 Ireland’s original psychedelic folk group Dr. Strangely Strange will take the stage at St James’ Church of Ireland on Saturday 25th July, from 8pm to 10pm. This is a truly rare opportunity — the veteran experimental folk group have recently returned…
Loudest Whisper

Loudest Whisper Live at Mallow Arts Festival 2026 We are thrilled to announce that legendary Fermoy folk-rock group Loudest Whisper will perform at St James’ Church of Ireland on Thursday 23rd July, from 8pm to 10pm, as part of this year’s Mallow Arts Festival. Brian O’Reilly returns to front the…
Feathered Friends – A Celebration of Ireland’s Endangered Birds

Discover the beauty and fragility of some of Ireland’s most threatened bird species in Feathered Friends, a stunning exhibition by artist Ann Lambe. Through a collection of watercolour and mixed media paintings, this conservation-focused exhibition shines a light on vulnerable Irish birds and the habitats they depend on. Combining art…
Sing Along with Highly Strung!

Get ready for an afternoon of music, laughter and plenty of audience participation as local ukulele group Highly Strung takes to the stage at O’Keeffe’s Bar during Mallow Arts Festival 2026. Performing a selection of well-known favourites, Highly Strung will have everyone singing along in no time. Whether you’re a…
The Streets Are Alive – Mallow Arts Festival 2026

Music will fill the air as talented performers bring the streets of Mallow to life on Saturday, 25th July from 2pm. Keep an eye out around town for performances from: 🎻 Tibor Bana🎸 Judes House🎶 Highly Strung🎭 Hamnet Strollers🥁 West African Drum Rhythms Whether you’re shopping, meeting friends, or simply…
Discover Mallow’s Ancient Spa Area with Kevin Myers

Step back in time and uncover one of Mallow’s most fascinating historic treasures with the Mallow Field Club. Join local historian Kevin Myers at Tipp O’Neill Park for an engaging talk on the rich history of Mallow’s renowned Spa Area, once famous for attracting visitors from far and wide to…
Sing It Up – Take the Stage at Mallow Arts Festival!

Love to sing? Then Sing It Up is the perfect event for you! Join us at Lidl Plaza on Friday, July 24th from 2pm to 4pm for a fun, feel-good singing session where young people can belt out their favourite tunes, build confidence, and enjoy making music together in a…
Chalk It Down – Let Creativity Take Over!

Calling all young artists! Join us for Chalk It Down, a fun-filled pavement chalk workshop where imaginations can run wild and the streets become a canvas. Children aged 6–12 years are invited to create colourful masterpieces, share ideas, and enjoy an afternoon of outdoor creativity as part of Mallow Arts…
Croíthe Radacacha (Radical Hearts) – A Hidden Story of the Irish Revolution

Join us at St James Hall on Friday, July 24th at 6pm for a special screening of Croíthe Radacacha (Radical Hearts), an acclaimed documentary written and directed by Ciara Hyland. This powerful and thought-provoking film uncovers the hidden stories of eight female couples whose lives and relationships were intertwined with…
Have I Got Your Attention? – A Guide to Adult ADHD in Ireland

Join authors Ailín Kennedy and Mike McGrath-Bryan at Philip’s Bookshop, Mallow, on Saturday, July 25th at 12pm for a special discussion of Have I Got Your Attention? – A Guide to Adult ADHD in Ireland. Written with an ADHD-friendly approach, this practical and relatable guide is aimed especially at adults…
Kid World

Looking for a fun-filled afternoon for the little ones? Join us at Kidz World on Saturday, 25th July at 2:00pm in St Mary’s Church Yard for an exciting family event packed with activities and entertainment. 🎨 Face Painting🎈 Balloon Animals🫧 Bubble Blowing Fun🎩 Meet the Mad Hatters☺️ Lots of smiles,…