All our Press Releases for 2026
Contact
Claus-Eckhard Kraemer
+353-85-8589583
mediamountshannonarts@gmail.com
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Mikel Murfi performs I Hear You and Rejoice (Sunday, 31 May, Community Hall), a critically acclaimed one-man Irish theatrical show.
Photo: James Connolly
Colm Keegan, a Dublin-based poet and experienced facilitator, brings his sharp, lyrical voice to Mountshannon with readings and a hands-on Poetry Masterclass (Sat 30 May, 10 to 12pm, An Cupán Café).
Emerging artist Lily Harley from West Cork shows atmospheric paintings at the Market House, rich in natural imagery and folklore.
Denise Chaila and Leon Hayes perform a vibrant collaborative set blending hip hop, soul and spoken word at Aistear Park on Saturday afternoon - a love letter to summer
The Mountshannon Arts Festival 2026 (28 May to 1 June) invites visitors of all ages to look, listen, learn - and have fun!
Photo Credit: CEKRAEMER
This year's Festival poster was created by Mel White with the help of many children from Mountshannon