Smithfield Fleadh Returns to Light House
Dublin City Council is delighted to announce the much-anticipated return of the two-day Irish traditional music festival, Dublin City Council Smithfield Fleadh, this weekend. This free, family-friendly outdoor summer event will take place on the 24th and 25th August from 12pm – 6pm at Smithfield Square, Dublin city centre’s largest dedicated event space.
Building on the success of the last two years’, the programme showcases the vibrancy of traditional Irish music in modern Ireland with internationally recognised artists and grassroots artists alike. This year will see more opportunities for attendees to engage with the artists through sessions, workshops and céilís for all the family to enjoy!
To celebrate, Light House is partnering with ITMA and Dublin City Council to host a free screening of Drawing from the Well Juniors on Saturday.
Brendan Gleeson’s Farewell to Hughes will screen on Sunday, to celebrate the iconic trad music venue.