Irish language events coming to Fleadh Cheoil Chonnachta 2026 in Leitrim
As part of ongoing efforts to promote and celebrate the Irish language during the festival, three special Irish-language events have been organised.
Fleadh Cheoil Chonnachta will take place in Mohill, Leitrim, from 28 June to 5 July 2026, bringing together musicians, singers, dancers, competitors and visitors from across the province for a week-long celebration of traditional Irish culture.
The Fleadh programme will include competitions, concerts, lectures, sessions and a wide range of cultural activities. As part of ongoing efforts to promote and celebrate the Irish language during the festival, three special Irish-language events have been organised.
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The first of these events will be Seisiún na nGaeilgeoirí on the evening of Friday, 3 July, in O’Brien’s Tavern. The session will be led by the talented young Leitrim band Grooveline and promises to be a lively and enjoyable night of music, craic and comhrá. It will be a special night for Gaeilgeoirí from Leitrim and across the province to come together, where the musicians amongst them will be welcome to join the session.
On Saturday, 4 July, while competitions are taking place in Mohill Community College, a dedicated Seomra Gaeilge will be open from 10:00am to 1:00pm.
The room will provide a welcoming space for fluent speakers and learners alike. Board games and activities will be available for children, while tea and refreshments will be served for adults. Visitors are invited to drop in, take a break from the busy Fleadh schedule, and enjoy a chat ás Gaeilge in a friendly environment.
The final Irish-language event will take place on Sunday, 5 July, at the O’Carolan statue in the centre of Mohill, with Seisiún na nÓg. This special event will give children and young musicians an opportunity to play music, meet other young people, and use their Irish in an informal and encouraging setting. Families attending the Fleadh are warmly encouraged to participate.
Oifigeach Gaeilge for Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Liatroma, Lughaidh Ó Broin, says “It is a great honour for us in Leitrim to host the Connaught Fleadh and we are committed to ensuring the Irish language plays a visible and meaningful role throughout the festival. Irish is enjoying a bit of renaissance right now, with young and old alike using it every day in a fresh and enthusiastic way. We want to continue that spirit in Mohill this year ”
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“The Fleadh is a celebration of our shared cultural heritage, and the Irish language is a vital part of that tradition. We hope these events will provide opportunities for people of all ages to enjoy music, community and comhrá during the Fleadh. Come along and use your cúpla focail!”