RORY GALLAGHER INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL - 28TH TO 31ST MAY 2026 - BALLYSHANNON, CO. DONEGAL, IRELAND .............................................
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Rory Gallagher Festival 2026 - Ballyshannon - Ireland - Be Part of It !!!

The 22nd Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival will take place between 28th May to 31st May 2026 in the town where the world's greatest Guitarist was born - Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, Ireland

Born at the Rock Hospital in Ballyshannon in 1948 and since 2002 the Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival has celebrated the Music & Life of Rory Gallagher in Ballyshannon. The Festival was founded by Barry O'Neill who has continued to promote the event every year since then. Fans attend the Festival annually in Ballyshannon from over 20 countries worldwide. It is a truly unique international gathering. 

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The World's largest gathering of Rory Gallagher and Blues Rock fans in Ireland in 2026. It will once again be a very Special remembrance and celebration of the life and music of Rory Gallagher. The streets of Ballyshannon come alive to the strains of guitars being eloquently played by superb musicians from everywhere. 40 Acts on 15 Stages over 4 Days !!! We are bringing you a Special Tribute in 2026 - Join us ... 
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The Festival street gigs are pretty special in an enjoyable relaxed atmosphere with many at the towns celebrated Rory Gallagher sites such as at the Rory Gallagher life sized statue, at Rory Gallagher Place (on the street where a young Rory resided) at the Rock Hospital (where Rory was born) at the Rory Gallagher Theatre, at Allingham Park, at the Rory Gallagher Mural and at The Gables in the town centre that resembles a natural amphitheatre. This will be a real celebration of Rory's music for Rory's loyal fan base home and abroad. Be Part of It !!! 

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I have been coming for 15 years and I have had a great time and meet lots of friends and Rory fans from all over the world
Rory would be so proud, what a great 4 days we had in Ballyshannon, music, nostalgia, people and great location
Like a pilgrimage for ​myself and my friends to come to the festival because it's so good, musicians and atmosphere

We would like to Thank all the Festival Supporters, attendees, followers who have generously donated to the Rory Gallagher Festival Go Fund Me Campaign securing the future staging of the iconic 4 day event into 2026 and hopefully beyond - Join us for the 2026 Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival in Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, Ireland 

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East Port, Ballyshannon,
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