Events Calendar

An tSuca Fiain - Ballinasloe River & Arts Festival

An tSuca Fiain - River and Arts Festival - is an annual event in Ballinasloe ran by the Ballinasloe Community Arts Group, which offers a wide and varied array of performances and events.

Ballinasloe October Fair

Every October, Ballinasloe is host to one of Europe's oldest Horse Fairs, dating back to the 1700's. This annual event attracts up to 100,000 visitors from all over the world with many returning to the town year after year.

President Mary McAleese's Visit to Ballinasloe - December 2009

President Mary McAleese visited Ballinasloe in December after the severe flooding