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Imbolc International Music Festival

Derry, United KingdomIndoorNext edition not announced · last held 2026
DatesTBA
LocationDerry, United Kingdom
PriceTBA
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About

The Imbolc International Music Festival is held each spring in Derry, Northern Ireland, centred on the Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin. Presented bilingually in Irish and English, it celebrates both traditional and contemporary music through gigs, late night festival clubs and workshops. It foregrounds the connection between music, dance and language as part of the city's cultural identity.

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Practical info

Venue type

  • Indoor

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Kids & family

  • Family friendly

Getting there

Location

Cultúrlann Uí Chanáin, 37 Great James Street, Derry BT48 7DF

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Archive

Past editions

2026Feb 1–7, 20269 artists
Brian FinneganThe Henry GirlsCClare SandsDDaughters of CeithleannGGazellebandGGrainne HollandHHellas EnsembleRReem AnbarTThe Hunger of The Skin Band

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