Overview
On the Wild Atlantic Way, this is Ireland’s longest running international shanty festival! The festival started in 2010 and its 16th edition will run in Rosses Point from 19th-21st June 2026.
The festival is held in Rosses Point and/or on the nearby Coney Island in County Sligo, Ireland.
Rosses Point
Rosses Point is Sligo’s maritime village. For generations its men and women have ploughed the seas in the service of the Merchant Navy and our festival celebrates this rich heritage. For its size and from its sailors Rosses Point has produced a great number of Master Mariners – the tradition of seafaring continues……
The RNLI
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution is the Charity saving lives at sea. Sligo-Bay RNLI Station is based at Rosses Point. The work of the RNLI is voluntary – our Festival promotes and supports the work of the RNLI.
Our Festival
Our festival runs – to celebrate our Maritime Heritage – to promote the work of the RNLI – to make new friends at home and abroad – and to have a lot of fun.
Sligo
Sligo will enchant you.
It is a county that celebrates its independent spirit. A place steeped in history and mythology, with a creative tradition that lives in the music, art, poetry and expression of its people.
From lakes and rivers to beaches and dramatic limestone mountains, Sligo is a place where ancient sites, spectacular landscapes and rolling waves inspire stories, trails and adventures that will open your mind and invigorate your body.
Come and join us in Sligo and set your spirit free.
Curated History
Note: Information on participants could not be found via the internet for every event held as at 12/2025