Sligo Baroque Music Festival will take place on Friday 25th to Sunday 27th September in 2026.
More details to follow on their website
Sligo Baroque Music Festival began life in 1995, founded by Rod Alston with the Sligo Early Music Ensemble. It has become a well-established highlight in the cultural calendar of Sligo and the north-west of Ireland, taking place on the last weekend of September each year.
The festival aims to present high quality performance of baroque music in a friendly and informal context and featuring a mix of Irish and international performers - some with an established international reputation, others at an early stage of their careers. The development of young musicians is a key focus in the programme every year.
The festival is an association managed by a voluntary committee, with Sharon Carty as Director, and is supported by The Arts Council, Sligo County Council, and by other public bodies, businesses, organisations and individuals.
🏨 Where to Stay for Sligo Baroque Music Festival – The Glasshouse Hotel
Stay centre stage. Located along the scenic Garavogue River, The Glasshouse is Sligo’s only 4-star contemporary hotel in the heart of the city. It's the ideal base for music lovers looking to experience every note of the festival without missing a beat.
Why Stay With Us:
Explore the rhythm of the city—then retreat to riverside peace.
🎧 Explore Sligo by Day
Your music break doesn’t stop when the lights go off. Spend your mornings exploring:
- Riverside strolls along the Garavogue
- Woodland walks at Hazelwood and Dooney Rock
- Surf town vibes in nearby Strandhill
- Cultural gems like Yeats Memorial Building and Sligo Abbey
- Local cafés & brunch at Dock 84, Osta, and Lyons
Whether you're nursing a coffee after a late gig or chasing Atlantic waves, Sligo’s soulful charm fills every corner.
🎟 Don’t Miss Out – Book Early
Sligo Baroque Music Festival began life in 1995, founded by Rod Alston with the Sligo Early Music Ensemble. It has become a well-established highlight in the cultural calendar of Sligo and the north-west of Ireland, taking place on the last weekend of September each year.
The festival aims to present high quality performance of baroque music in a friendly and informal context, and featuring a mix of Irish and international performers - some with an established international reputation, others at an early stage of their careers. The development of young musicians is a key focus in the programme every year.
The festival is an association managed by a voluntary committee, with Sharon Carty as Director, and is supported by The Arts Council, Sligo County Council, and by other public bodies, businesses, organisations and individuals.