culture

Learn all about life in Donegal, and celebrate the arts with a fantastic summer festival.

Donegal County Museum, Letterkenny

Contains two galleries – one with a permanent exhibition on the history of Donegal, the other contains changing exhibitions.

Earagail Arts Festival, County Donegal

Generally taking place in July, the Earagail Arts Festival includes theatre and comedy, outdoor family events, children’s events, exhibitions, film and workshops. Over 80 events take place at over 35 locations in County Donegal. Check the website for current dates and programme.

Father McDyer’s Folk Village, Glencolmcille

This folk museum contains a cluster of six traditional cottages each of which represents life in Donegal from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. There’s also a reconstruction of a 19th century school.