Live in the Marquee 2026 returns to Carndonagh for three unforgettable days of music, fun, and community!

📅 10–12 July 2026
📍 The Diamond, Carndonagh
🎟 Admission: €10 per night

Join us under one big marquee in the heart of town for live music, kids’ activities, bingo, tug of war, dance, and a vibrant community atmosphere.

🎸 Headline Acts

• Friday 10th July – Johnny Brady & Band
  Kick off the festival in style with Johnny Brady and his band, our first headline act! Expect a night packed with energy, live music, and unforgettable atmosphere.

• Saturday 11th July – Derek Ryan & Band
  The excitement continues as Derek Ryan and his band take the stage. Dance, sing, and enjoy another incredible night of live music and entertainment!

• Sunday 12th July – The Tumbling Paddies
  For the grand finale, The Tumbling Paddies close out the weekend with an electric Sunday night performance. Three nights. Three headline acts. One incredible weekend…

Support acts are still to be announced  – stay tuned for more updates!

Live in the Marquee 2026 is the perfect way to experience the best of Carndonagh and Inishowen over a summer weekend. Enjoy three full days of live music and entertainment, with headline acts each night bringing unforgettable performances.

There’s plenty to keep the whole family entertained too. Take part in outdoor bingo, cheer on competitors in tug of war contests between local bars, or watch the thrilling Soapbox Derby, where homemade karts race through the streets for glory. Don’t miss the Malin Street Ball Drop, with 1,500 numbered balls tumbling from the top of Malin Street and amazing prizes for the first to reach the bottom.

Local dance schools will also take to the stage, performing everything from traditional Irish dancing to hip hop, making it a full weekend of entertainment for all ages.

For more information visit: https://visitcarndonagh.com/