Dagda Games

18/06/2026

🎶 THE TURFMEN ARE COMING TO THE DAGDA GAMES! ☘️

We’re delighted to announce The Turfmen as part of our live music line-up at Claregalway Castle!

Expect a lively evening of Irish folk music, great tunes and a brilliant atmosphere as the sporting action gives way to music in the castle courtyard.

📅 Saturday, June 27th
📍 Claregalway Castle
🎟️ Tickets available now — link in bio

Irish strength. Irish heritage. Irish music. One unforgettable day.

17/06/2026

🕺 GALWAY CÉILÍ CLUB IS COMING TO THE DAGDA GAMES! ☘️

will be hosting céilí class in the courtyard of Claregalway Castle.

Whether you know every step or have never tried céilí dancing before, everyone is welcome to join in. No experience is needed—just bring your dancing shoes and get ready for plenty of music, movement and craic!

📍 Claregalway Castle
📅 Saturday, June 27th
🎟️ Tickets available now — link in bio

16/06/2026

07/06/2026

The Dagda Games @ Festival Mná

NOW, IT'S THE LADIES TURN!! 👏🏼 💪🏼 Join in this indigenous Irish practice with Ireland's Dagda team.

Join the interactive stop with The Dagda Games, try your hand at stone lifting, learn about the culture of stone lifting and have a bit of craic!! 🪨

Find this challenge in the Amenity park, free to public too 🩷

Join us Saturday June 20th 2026
Moate, Co.Westmeath
Tickets €45- €70 + fee
Kids & Teens Go free
Amenity Park Entry Free

What do you get:
•Entry to Park
•6 classes
•Giants Women's Circle
•Exclusive 2026 Discounts from our Mnásome Team
AND.... BEKIND INCENSE SAMPLE

05/06/2026

Irish Collar and Elbow Wrestling at The Dagda Games!

Witness a part of the revival here at

🎟 Ticket link in bio
📆 June 27th

03/06/2026

🏰 Coming to The Dagda Games and fancy staying in Galway City for the weekend?

Well, that just got a little easier.

We’ve just received confirmation that University of Galway accommodation is now available for people travelling to The Dagda Games — and Dagda Games ticket holders can get 10% off.

The Games take place at Claregalway Castle, just a few miles outside Galway City, so this is a great option for anyone who wants to make a weekend of it, stay in the city, and come out to the festival for the day.

Here’s how it works:

🎟️ Book your Dagda Games ticket
📩 Check your confirmation email
🔗 You’ll receive the accommodation booking link and discount code
🏡 Use the code to get 10% off University of Galway accommodation

Rooms are limited, so if you’re planning on coming and need somewhere to stay, now is a good time to get sorted.

For current ticket holders, don’t worry — you’ll also receive an email with the accommodation link and discount code.

📍 The Dagda Games
📅 June 27th, 2026
🏰 Claregalway Castle

Tickets available now — book yours this weekend and secure your accommodation discount while rooms are available.

03/06/2026

Andrew Grimes is coming to The Dagda Games ☘️🎶

We’re delighted to announce that Irish indie folk singer Andrew Grimes will be performing live at The Dagda Games in Claregalway Castle on Saturday, June 27th.

Andrew has just released his new song “The Rose”, and we’re buzzing to have him bring his sound to the castle for what’s shaping up to be a serious day of strength, heritage, culture, and live music.

Strongman. Stone lifting. Irish martial arts. Workshops. Vendors. Music.
All inside the walls of Claregalway Castle.

🎟️ Tickets available now — don’t leave it too late.

31/05/2026

Ireland's Strongest Grip 💪

Another exciting competition to watch at The Dagda Games 🔥

This event is being hosted by and his team if your interested in entering shoot stanley a message!

27/05/2026

✨ Brat Bhríde at The Dagda Games ✨

We’re delighted to welcome the incredible women behind to The Dagda Games at Claregalway Castle.

This award-winning initiative from Laois has beautifully reimagined the ancient Irish tradition of Brigid’s Cloak — a cloth traditionally left outside on the 31st of January to receive Brigid’s blessing as she passed over the land.

At The Dagda Games, festival-goers will have the chance to create their own Brat Bhríde by embroidering sacred symbols with wool onto pre-loved scarves and fabric.

This is not about fashion or perfection — it’s about community, intention, healing, tradition, and connection. Every stitch carries meaning.

No experience is needed, and all ages, genders, and abilities are welcome. Everything required will be provided, though participants are encouraged to bring their own scarf if they wish.

A beautiful hands-on celebration of Irish heritage, sustainability, craft, and community.

📍 Claregalway Castle
📅 June 27th, 2026
🎟️ Tickets available now, link in bio

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