“This year’s Gathering Traditional Festival is one of the most richly diverse programmes we have had in years and features everything from Donal Lunny, Andy Irvine & Triona and Maighread Ni Dhomhnaill, Kevin Burke,Backwest, The Bonneymen, Jackie Daly, Matt Cranitch & Paul De Grae.

Now in its 21st year, The Gathering Traditional Festival is one of the most loved festivals amongst traditional enthusiasts and is ideal for everyone from the hard core fans to the culturally curious. From fireside seisiúns to heart-pounding céilís, The Gathering Traditional Festival returns to Killarney February 26 – March 1.

The Gathering features concerts, céilís, sessions and storytelling as well as set dancing, singing and instrument masterclasses. Headquartered at The Gleneagle Hotel, this five-day festival attracts trad fans from the US, Britain, France, Germany and all over Ireland.”