Sacre Bleu! It’s the French Mayo Festival

Post by In1 Solutions on Blog, Things to do

This August sees the inaugural French Mayo Festival take place in Ballina, Co. Mayo.

The two-day festival takes place on the last Friday and Saturday in August (26th – 27th), and aims to build on the unique historical connection enjoyed by Mayo with France, which dates from the landing of General Humbert in Kilcummin, near Killala, in 1798.

Organised by Ballina Chamber, the festival showcases the music, food and culture of the France and Mayo.

Come and watch the pageantry and sample a taste of France along the Wild Atlantic Way.

To help celebrate, Twin Trees Hotel and Leisure Club is offering a 2 night stay for two with bed and breakfast and dinner on one of the nights from just €149 per person.

Programme of Events

Friday August 26th

6.30pm: Laying of wreaths at the “Maid of Erin” monument on Humbert Street

7.30pm: French-themed Pageant Spectacular with music and theatre performances in Ballina Military Quarter

Saturday August 27th

11am – 5pm: Food Fleadh Ballina Market in the Military Barracks showcasing the very best of Co. Mayo’s food and drink offering. Includes live cookery demos and children’s cookery classes.

12pm – 6pm: French Mayo Session Trail – a day of traditional music in a number of venues in Ballina Town Centre. All trad music groups and individuals are welcome to come along and join in the fun!

8pm – Late: Live Music on stage in Ballina Military Barracks with The Stunning, Kila and a host of local acts! Tickets €22.50

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