Doonbeg has many festivals that run throughout the year. Here is a brief synopsis of all that our small village has to offer.

West Clare Drama Festival (5-14 March 2016)

This three act festival of amateur drama was established in 1962 and runs over an impressive 10 nights in March. Not to be missed for all you am-dram fans!

Find out more here.

The Doonbeg St. Patrick’s Day Parade (Sunday, 20 March 2016 @ 2pm)

This event is representative of the strong community spirit that exists in the village of Doonbeg. Full of colour and fun, it’s a great day out in the village for both young and old.

The Doonbeg International Jazz Festival (June Bank Holiday weekend annually)

In 2015, this festival celebrated its 15th birthday and has become renowned both locally and further afield as being great craic. Join us in Doonbeg for free music seasons in a variety of top class venues all within walking distance.

Find out more here.

 Doonbeg Regatta (August Bank holiday weekend annually)

Arising from a strong local tradition of fishing in Doonbeg, the regatta involves racing currachs (old Irish fishing boats), and brings together communities from all over Ireland. A day of excitement is guaranteed.

Willie Keane Memorial Weekend (October Bank Holiday weekend annually)

This festival is in honour of the late Willie Keane, a great ambassador on both a local and national level for traditional Irish dancing and in particular, the Mullagh set. Willie won many competitions for his exposition of this art form and was featured on television shows such as ‘The Pure Drop’. He sadly passed away in 1998 but his grandchildren can be seen following his steps on occasion during the many traditional sessions over the weekend.

More information can be found here

 The Doonbeg Christmas Market

Each year in the weeks leading up to Christmas, the Trump International Golf Resort Doonbeg holds a Christmas market in its courtyard area. This event has proved hugely popular over the years and is a great place to unwind and get into the Christmas spirit with family members and friends. If shopping is your thing, you’ll find a mix of both the wonderful and the unusual here and it’s always a hit with the kids. There is a train to bring visitors to the market area as well as firework display on one evening.

Declan Hayes memorial half marathon & 10k (first weekend in September)

This event is held in memory of a local man who died in tragic circumstances in 2010 and caters for all ages and fitness levels. Participants can take in all the beauty of west Clare along the route while raising much needed funds for local charities.