TradFest 2027

Various Locations, Wednesday 20th January - Sunday 24th January

Ireland's largest traditional & folk music festival

From castles to cathedrals, churches to community centres, TradFest events can be found in some of the most beautiful settings Dublin has to offer. Both the city and county boast buildings of architectural beauty, and filling these special spaces with live music makes for a memorable experience.

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TradFest has grown into more than a festival; it’s a movement to redefine traditional music as a space for innovation, inclusion and connection.

With traditional music and Irish culture being the unifier that it is, and its visible revival over the last number of years, TradFest strives to play its part in the efforts to enrich the understanding of Irish identity in the 21st century.

Join us as we immerse ourselves in the beauty of music, celebrate the talents of our performers, and create unforgettable memories together.

From modest beginnings on the cobbles of Temple Bar to a trad takeover of County Dublin, TradFest has evolved from a somewhat fringe music festival to establishing itself as Ireland’s largest celebration of trad and folk music.


Date:
Wednesday 20th January - Sunday 24th January
Time:
Varies
Price:
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