This event is in the past.It took place on September 20, 2026 at Drogheda.
World Music ConcertBoyne TradFest returns to Drogheda for a weekend of traditional Irish music and song. The festival features over 50 artists across three days of concerts, workshops, session trails, and céilí dancing.
At The Racket
Irish-American traditional dance-band ensemble, 1920s‑1930s repertoire
Formed in 1996, At The Racket draws on the Irish‑American dance‑band tradition of the 1920s‑1930s, combining historic recordings with fresh arrangements. The current line‑up includes John Carty, Brian McGrath, Séamus O'Donnell and Michael McCague, and they have performed at festivals and concerts across Ireland and internationally.
Louise O’Connor
Sean Nós dancer and traditional Irish fiddler, céilí specialist
Raised in the west of Ireland, Louise O’Connor is a Sean Nós dancer, traditional Irish fiddler and experienced céilí dance instructor who creates inclusive dance experiences for festivals, schools and events.
Glór na dTonn Céilí Band
Sligo‑based All‑Ireland Senior Céilí Band champions, traditional Irish céilí ensemble
Glór na dTonn, the 2025 All‑Ireland Senior Céilí Band Champions from Sligo, join Louise O’Connor for the céilí set, providing authentic traditional Irish dance music.
World Music ConcertBoyne TradFest returns to Drogheda for a weekend of traditional Irish music and song. The festival features over 50 artists across three days of concerts, workshops, session trails, and céilí dancing.
At The Racket
Irish-American traditional dance-band ensemble, 1920s‑1930s repertoire
Formed in 1996, At The Racket draws on the Irish‑American dance‑band tradition of the 1920s‑1930s, combining historic recordings with fresh arrangements. The current line‑up includes John Carty, Brian McGrath, Séamus O'Donnell and Michael McCague, and they have performed at festivals and concerts across Ireland and internationally.
Louise O’Connor
Sean Nós dancer and traditional Irish fiddler, céilí specialist
Raised in the west of Ireland, Louise O’Connor is a Sean Nós dancer, traditional Irish fiddler and experienced céilí dance instructor who creates inclusive dance experiences for festivals, schools and events.
Glór na dTonn Céilí Band
Sligo‑based All‑Ireland Senior Céilí Band champions, traditional Irish céilí ensemble
Glór na dTonn, the 2025 All‑Ireland Senior Céilí Band Champions from Sligo, join Louise O’Connor for the céilí set, providing authentic traditional Irish dance music.