Mayo County Council is thrilled to announce the details for Mayo Day 2025, #MayoDay is the vibrant celebration of Mayo pride, culture, and community spirit that will resonate across the globe on this May Bank Holiday Weekend, 2025.
More: https://www.mayo.ie/news/Mayo-Day-2025
More: https://www.mayo.ie/news/Mayo-Day-2025
Catch Rising Star Brad Heidi Live in Killala’s Stunning Cathedral This Mayo Day Weekend!
Don’t miss your chance to experience one of Ireland’s fastest-rising music stars, Brad Heidi, live in the breathtaking setting of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Killala on Friday, May 2nd, as part of the Mayo Day celebrations.
Brad Heidi, one of Ireland’s most exciting up-and-coming artists – who has supported James Blunt, Billy Joel, and Allie Sherlock, and featured on Fanning at Whelan’s – will perform alongside the brilliant Macdara Ó Dwyer in a stunning, atmospheric setting for what promises to be an unforgettable night of live music.
Come out, soak up the atmosphere, and support live music in North Mayo – you’ll be glad you did. Tickets are limited, book now via Eventbrite and witness the next big thing in Irish music, right here in Killala.
THE BIG DAY ON THE MALL IS BACK!
We’re excited to announce that the Big Day on the Mall in Castlebar is back for its second year! Join us on Saturday, May 3rd, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM for a full day of fantastic music, entertainment, and fun!
Following the success of last year’s event, Music Generation Mayo are bringing this vibrant celebration back to the heart of the Mall. This year’s event will feature a wide range of performances from our talented local ensembles, bands and solo acts, including the Mayo Youth Orchestra, Mayo Harp Ensemble, and Mayo Uilleann Pipe Ensemble, as well as exciting acts such as Joanne Gallagher, Beatboxer DC, Siofra O’Grady and Frankie Stephens and many more bands from Fret Frenzy and The Core.
There’s something for everyone to enjoy, with lots of interactive events, including an Open Mic, a Drum Circle, an open Trad Session, and a Massive Ukulele Jam. You can also get creative with Instrument Making Workshops, and explore a variety of instruments from our Instrument Bank in the library . Be sure to enjoy some delicious bites from our Food Stalls, and drop by the Pet Farm for a bit of outdoor fun!
Whether you’re a music lover or just looking for a fun day out, this vibrant community event has it all. We can’t wait to see you there!
For more information visit www.musicgenerationmayo.ie
Celebrate the grand finale of Mayo Day in Ballycroy with a lively Céilí at the Community Centre this Saturday 3rd May from 7:30pm! Experience fantastic live traditional music from Cillian McNeela (button accordion), Catherine Joyce (piano & flute), Áine Fox (fiddle), Peter Fox (flute), and Alex Dunlop (céilí drums), along with a special performance by the O’Connor School of Dance 
Entry is FREE and refreshments will be served. Join us for a wonderful night of music, dance, and celebration—everyone is welcome!
Looking forward to seeing you there for a brilliant Mayo Day finale!
An exciting new workshop with Lochlann Ó Mearáin this Sat 3 May to celebrate Mayo Day 2025 
And it’s free 
Acting for Camera is a workshop aimed at 9 to 12 year olds interested in acting or being in front of the camera 
This is an Irish language workshop suitable for all levels of language ability as part of Lá Mhaigh Eo celebrations.
Má tá suim agat a bheith i d’aisteoir ar cheamara nó bheith os comhair ceamara bí liom, Lochlann Ó Mearáin (aisteoir gairmúil) chun tús a chur le do thuras nó feabhas a chur ar do scilleanna.
If you are interested in acting for camera or being in front of camera come and join professional actor Lochlann Ó Mearáin to learn some techniques to hone your skills or start your journey.
Bainfidh rannpháirtithe ó aois 9-12 an leas is fearr as an cheardlann seo. Best enjoyed by ages 9-12 years.
Fad – Duration: 90 mins
Ceardlann Ghaeilge atá oiriúnach do pháistí le leibhéal éagsula cumais sa teanga.
Is imeacht saor in aisce é seo mar chuid de Lá Mhaigh Eo.
Tickets: Aisteoireacht don Cheamara le Lochlann Ó Mearáin
What’s a man, a shovel and 1,000 years of peat got in common?
Mixie’s Bog tells you everything you never knew you needed to know about life in the bogs of Mayo – with heart, humour and a whole lot of turf! Local Doc | 
Live Music | Real Craic
Sat 3rd May @ 8PM
Áras Inis Gluaire
It is giving: pure culture vibes.
We are looking forward to a full day of family-friendly activities to celebrate Mayo Day this Saturday, May 3rd.
This year we will be joined by Wilderland, who will lead a number of events on site from 11am and this magical live online dawn chorus from the habitats at the amazing Ballycroy Visitor Centre.
See details below.
WILD NEPHIN DAWN CHORUS LIVE STREAM
Saturday 3rd May @ 5.15am
Online soundstream
Join sound artist Anne Marie Deacy online for a live sound stream of the Dawn Chorus from Wild Nephin National Park / Mayo Dark Sky
Starting at daybreak, Anne Marie Deacy will offer us a small sonic glimpse into this wonderfully wilder land and its diverse habitat, through a live streamed deep listening of the Dawn Chorus.
