30th Anniversary Edition

In 2026, Mountshannon opens its wings.

From 28 May – 1 June, the village once again becomes a place of music , literature , performance , stories , visual art and joyful celebration as Mountshannon Arts Festival marks 30 years of creativity with its anniversary programme, FLIGHT.

Across five days, the village fills with colour, movement and life — welcoming all generations, all members of the community, and visitors from every corner of Ireland and beyond.

FLIGHT is shaped by possibility. It speaks of imagination, connection, and the shared impulse to rise, explore and transform, with the voices of local people woven into a programme that invites you to wander, reflect and discover.

Join us on the shores of Lough Derg for a festival that continues to grow from its roots — carried every year by its community and its visitors.

Full programme announced early 2026.

Let’s take FLIGHT together!