# What's On In Sligo, SO This Weekend | May 1-3, 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Sligo, Sligo is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Sligo, Sligo this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
- **Type**: time_filter

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## About

Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

Make your weekends memorable. Check out all upcoming weekend events in [CITY].

## Weekend Events in Sligo

- **Event Name**: Benbulben Guided Hike
  - **Description**: Located in north Sligo, Benbulben is known as Irelands table mountain and is one of the most photographed mountains in the country. 

This approximately 320 million year old mountain is full of breath-taking views, stunning landscapes and also boasts a wi
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sligo/benbulben-guided-hike/200029954205734
  - **Venue**: Benbulben Mountain
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- **Event Name**: Easkey 5K Fun Run
  - **Description**: You are all welcome to join us on May 3rd for a Family 5K Fun Run! Help us raise funds in the memory of Orlagh Cawley Clarke for the incredible services provided by both SHOUT and North West Hospice. Orlagh herself was no stranger to running and raising f
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  - **Date**: Sun May 03 2026 at 03:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sligo/easkey-5k-fun-run/200029851016850
  - **Venue**: Easkey
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  - **Categories**: music, live-music, entertainment, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Onoir Live - Hawks Well Theatre, Sligo
  - **Description**: Onoir Live Hawks well theatre Sligo
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
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  - **Venue**: Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Bone Machine plays the music of Tom Waits
  - **Description**: Bone Machine is a band of internationally renowned touring and recording musicians that perform a rebrand, melancholic, and punk jazz set.About this Eventhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=de4U43oyNBQ
  - **Date**: Sun May 03 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sun May 03 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sligo/bone-machine-plays-the-music-of-tom-waits/100001977297591323
  - **Venue**: Hawk's Well Theatre
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: BENWISKIN SINGS: COMMUNITY SINGING WITH UNA MCCANN
  - **Description**: Overview
A joyful one day singing workshop - natural voice, rich harmonies, uplifting songs. All voices welcome. No experience needed.

Una McCann
Una is based in Belfast, Northern Ireland where she works as a choir leader, songwriter and musician. She ha
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  - **Date**: Sun May 03 2026 at 11:00 am – Sun May 03 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sligo/benwiskin-sings-community-singing-with-una-mccann/200029801340100
  - **Venue**: Ballintrillick , Sligo, Ireland F91 A389
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, workshops, holiday
- **Event Name**: Sligo Lawn Bowls - FREE Open Day
  - **Description**: 📣 Thinking of Trying Lawn Bowls?

Membership is currently closed, however 12 potential places have been reserved for our Open Day.

Anyone interested in joining the club will be asked to attend the Open Day to be considered for membership, and priority wi
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  - **Date**: Sun May 03 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sun May 03 2026 at 03:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sligo/sligo-lawn-bowls-free-open-day/200029915799548
  - **Venue**: Cleveragh Park, Sligo, Ireland
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- **Event Name**: Sunrise Walk
  - **Description**: On May the 2nd 2026 a group of us will walk /stroll from Stantons into Tobar Ailbhe Holy well to greet the sunrise. Approximately at 5:00am
This walk although starting off as a darkness into light walk in 2021 has grown into so much more in the past few y
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sligo/sunrise-walk/200029911470646
  - **Venue**: Geevagh Co Sligo
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- **Event Name**: Plant Sale
  - **Description**: Please come and buy your plants for a splendid garden this summer! All proceeds will go towards maintaining the Community garden.
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 11:00 am – Sat May 02 2026 at 01:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sligo/plant-sale/200029730907017
  - **Venue**: Ballaghaderreen Co. Roscommon
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## Trending Events in Sligo

- **Event Name**: Night and Day Festival Lough Key Forest Park
  - **Description**: Night and Day Festival 2026 Lineup Announcement 18th November 
• WHEN: Friday, May 29th – 31st May 2026
• Night and Day Festival Festival Lough Key Forest and Activity Park, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, Photos by www.davidknightphotographer.com
• TICKETS: Early
  - **Venue**: Cootehall, Boyle, Ireland
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- **Event Name**: Night and Day 2026
  - **Description**: 🚨 Lineup announcement 🚨

We're delighted to be bringing you some great acts for Night and Day 2026 🌑☀

More acts will be announced early next year. 

We're expecting a sell-out so don't miss out :)

🎟 nightandday.ie/tickets

#NightDayFest #ForestsForPeopl
  - **Venue**: Lough Key Forest Park, Boyle, Ireland F52 PY66
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- **Event Name**: Jools Holland, Roachford, Ruby Turner in Sligo
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch Jools Holland Live at Knocknarea Arena on Saturday, June 6, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? Jools Holland is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like You Can't Hurry Lo
  - **Venue**: Knocknarea Arena
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- **Event Name**: Wild Atlantic Shanty Festival 2026
  - **Description**: 🌊 Wild Atlantic Shanty Festival ⚓

Set in the stunning coastal village of Rosses Point, Co. Sligo, the Wild Atlantic Shanty Festival is Ireland’s longest-running international sea shanty festival, celebrating maritime heritage, music, and community.

Each
  - **Venue**: Rosses Point, Co.Sligo
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- **Event Name**: 54th Irish Hot Air Ballooning Championships
  - **Description**: The 54th Irish Hot Air Ballooning Championships 2026 -

We are so pleased & excited to be able to announce that in September 2026 (19th - 25th), the skies above Lough Key Forest & Activity Park (our launch site), Boyle, Co. Roscommon will once aga
  - **Venue**: Lough Key Forest Park
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- **Event Name**: North West Career Fest
  - **Description**: The North West Career Fest is an ideal opportunity for TY and 5th Yr Students to meet with industry pros and education providers.About this EventWelcome to the North West Career Fest
  - **Venue**: Atlantic Technological University Sligo
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- **Event Name**: Derek Ryan in Sligo
  - **Description**: 🎶 Get Ready for Derek Ryan Live at TBA on Sunday, July 19, 2026! 🎶
This is not just a concert—it's a moment you'll talk about for years. Derek Ryan is set to light up TBA with their unforgettable sound on Sunday, Ju
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- **Event Name**: Derek Ryan in Tobercurry
  - **Description**: 🎶 Get Ready for Derek Ryan Live at TBA on Saturday, August 29, 2026! 🎶
This is not just a concert—it's a moment you'll talk about for years. Derek Ryan is set to light up TBA with their unforgettable sound on Saturd
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- **Event Name**: Jools Holland & His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsJools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra has 56 upcoming events.Roachford has 35 upcoming events.Ruby Turner has 1 upcoming events.Note: Under 14's accompanied
  - **Venue**: Knocknarea Arena
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Sligo?
  - **A:** Benbulben Guided Hike (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at Benbulben Mountain), Easkey 5K Fun Run (Sun May 03 2026 at 03:00 pm at Easkey), Onoir Live - Hawks Well Theatre, Sligo (Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 pm at Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo), Bone Machine plays the music of Tom Waits (Sun May 03 2026 at 07:00 pm at Hawk's Well Theatre), BENWISKIN SINGS: COMMUNITY SINGING WITH UNA MCCANN (Sun May 03 2026 at 11:00 am at Ballintrillick , Sligo, Ireland F91 A389).
- **Q**: What are the top free Weekend events in Sligo?
  - **A:** Bone Machine plays the music of Tom Waits (Sun May 03 2026 at 07:00 pm at Hawk's Well Theatre).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Sligo this weekend May 1–3, 2026?
  - **A:** Benbulben Guided Hike (Sat May 02 2026 at 10:00 am at Benbulben Mountain), Easkey 5K Fun Run (Sun May 03 2026 at 03:00 pm at Easkey), Onoir Live - Hawks Well Theatre, Sligo (Sat May 02 2026 at 08:00 pm at Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo), Bone Machine plays the music of Tom Waits (Sun May 03 2026 at 07:00 pm at Hawk's Well Theatre), BENWISKIN SINGS: COMMUNITY SINGING WITH UNA MCCANN (Sun May 03 2026 at 11:00 am at Ballintrillick , Sligo, Ireland F91 A389).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Sligo?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Sligo on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Sligo?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Sligo?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Sligo include Benbulben Mountain, Easkey, Hawk's Well Theatre, Sligo.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Sligo?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Sligo include Northwest Adventure Tours, Easkey 5K Fun Run in memory of Orlagh, Onóir.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Sligo?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Sligo.

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