DeBarra's Folk Club

DeBarra's Folk Club DeBarra's Folk Club, Clonakilty Co. Cork. The possibility that anyone, literally anyone, might ramble in of the street and do a few tunes."
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Ireland's Number 1 Folk Club
Top Ten Ireland's Surf Pubs (Tonnta)
Music // Entertainment // Porter

https://linktr.ee/DeBarrasFolkClub "It is the presence of an unlikely musical venue that makes Clonakilty truly special however, to cross the well worn threshold of the shy and rather retiring de Barras Folk Club, is to enter into a world full of possibilities. Mark Mc Devitt, (Irish Examiner 2000)



"There’s Carnegie Hall, The Royal Albert, Sydney Opera House and then there’s De Barra's," - Christy Moore, (August 2003)

'There probably isn't a better, more comfortable, more 'feel like you're in your own living room' gig in the country. Long may you run.' - Declan Sinnott (October 2013)

''All music is 'Folk' Music, I 'aint never heard a horse sing a song!'
Louis Armstrong

Irish yoghurts Clonakilty Street Carnival kicks off today!Fanfare, food, family, fun.Bígí linn!Join us!📸 Padraig O'Briai...
13/06/2026

Irish yoghurts Clonakilty Street Carnival kicks off today!
Fanfare, food, family, fun.

Bígí linn!
Join us!

📸 Padraig O'Briain

Emma Langford makes her long overdue DeBarra’s Folk Club debut this August as part of her ’10 years on and she’s still a...
12/06/2026

Emma Langford makes her long overdue DeBarra’s Folk Club debut this August as part of her ’10 years on and she’s still at the Feckin Music Tour’!

Emma Langford Trio - Thursday 27th August 2026



Emma Langford puts a contemporary spin on the sound of Irish folk; her songs present a unique look at her country’s folklore and history, bringing ancient stories into the present, and in so-doing, offering insight into some of life’s universal truths.

Her live shows, dotted with folk tales and anecdotes, are praised as witty, engaging, and utterly enthralling and she has been often compared to Janis Ian, Joan Baez and Ani DiFranco not only in tone and lyricism, but for her uncompromising sense of self.

Langford’s recent work sees her turn her focus to global issues, exploring animal cruelty, violence against women, and colonial violence in Hunting The Hare and Boys Will Be Boys. Her much anticipated forthcoming album is intended to be a clarion call, with strong central themes of social injustice, and of lesser-known women in history and mythology.

Supported by An Roinn Cultúir Cumarsáide agus Spóirt Department of Culture Communications and Sport

11/06/2026

Duke Special W/ Chip Bailey - ‘Songs from the Deep Forest’ 20th anniversary - DeBarra’s Folk Club Sat 12th Dec 2026

” I can’t believe that it’s been 20 years since Songs from the Deep Forest was released. To mark its 20th anniversary, I’ll be performing the album in its entirety, along with the wonderful Temperance Society Chip Bailey. Hope to see you out on the road soon! – Duke Special x “



Another amazing evening at Scoil na mBuachailli for Scoilavision - Here, everybody is involved - stage crew , lighting ...
11/06/2026

Another amazing evening at Scoil na mBuachailli for Scoilavision - Here, everybody is involved - stage crew , lighting , managers , producers, ushers, backstage, FOH - no matter what your talent, everyone has a job - they even let the Parents play a song for flips sake!
Where would ya get it???

+ over €1000 raised for Clonakilty Community First Responders on the night!!!

Well done to all the teachers, students and parents that made it happen!

Beir Bua Scoil Na mBuachaillí !

Whiskey Mash Band (US) DeBarra’s Folk Club Thurs 20 AugHigh velocity bluegrass ground out of Kansas City, MO. The new-fo...
10/06/2026

Whiskey Mash Band (US) DeBarra’s Folk Club Thurs 20 Aug

High velocity bluegrass ground out of Kansas City, MO. The new-found ensemble thrives on improvisation and genre-bending around core bluegrass instrumentation: guitar, mandolin, (bumpin’) upright bass and banjo. At a live performance, expect to see them effortlessly step in and out of a mix of Americana, country, traditional, R&B, blues and psychedelic music. The group draws on their collective musical inspirations and aspirations to put together an energizing unique and fun performance fit to turn any occasion into a once-in-a-lifetime party.



An evening of country Classics with the Starlight Wranglers -FEAT: Ronnie Costly, Martin Kingston, John Fitzgerald, Marc...
09/06/2026

An evening of country Classics with the Starlight Wranglers -
FEAT: Ronnie Costly, Martin Kingston, John Fitzgerald, Marcus McCarthy & a guest or two….

Expect music from:
☆Charley Pride☆Don Williams☆Dwight Yokam☆
☆George Jones☆George Strait☆Glen Campbell☆Hank Williams☆Jim Reeves☆Jimmie Rodgers☆Johnny Cash☆Kris Kristofferson☆Marty Robbins☆Merle Haggard☆Randy Travis☆Waylon Jennings☆Willie Nelson☆



“Mol an óige” is a dedicated series of shows at DeBarra’s Folk Club, supported by the Department of Culture, Communicati...
08/06/2026

“Mol an óige” is a dedicated series of shows at DeBarra’s Folk Club, supported by the Department of Culture, Communications and Sport. This initiative focuses on showcasing the next generation of independent grassroots artists aspiring to become the Kingfishr’s or CMAT’s of tomorrow.

‘mol an óige agus tiocfaidh sí’ is an Irish seanfhocal (proverb) which means ‘Praise the youth and they will flourish’



Solène Laurence:
Cork singer-songwriter Solène Laurence manages to blend the intimacy and storytelling of folk with the energy and memorable hooks of pop music, bringing a fresh new sound to the Irish music scene.
She released ‘Punch Line’ as her debut single at just 18 years old on January 30th 2026, and after gaining traction on Irish radio and social media, she sold out her first headliner just one month later.

Charlie Delahunty:
Charlie Delahunty is an artist from Kilkenny who is based in Cork City.
After releasing his first single, ‘Five.’ Charlie’s career of releasing music is only getting started, with many more songs on the way!
Charlie‘s music comes from the heart and is mildly influenced by Bon Iver and Ben Howard.He takes inspiration from his own cultural background and personal experience, that can be heard throughout his music.

Tulca:
Tulca are a Cork-based 5 piece band. Rooted in folk and infused with elements
of rock and jazz, their music puts a fresh face on a classic sound.
They are comprised of five close friends and it is their tightly knit bond that is at the heart of their music, bringing a raw intimacy to their lyrics and instrumentation. TULCA is a tide of creativity pushing forward a whole new wave of music.

07/06/2026

Traditional Irish Session every Sunday at 8pm

Fáilte roimh cách
All welcome

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06/06/2026

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COMEDY: Bernard O’Shea – Pick Up Drop Off
DeBarra’s Folk Club - Fri 23 October 2026

Bernard O’Shea – Pick Up Drop Off

Between the endless family pick ups and drop offs, Bernard explores the things we pick up through life — and the things we really should drop off along the way.



Clonakilty 🤝 Bohemians
05/06/2026

Clonakilty 🤝 Bohemians

Address

55 Pearse Street
Clonakilty
CO.CORK

Opening Hours

Tuesday 6pm - 11:45pm
Wednesday 10am - 11:45pm
Thursday 10am - 11:45pm
Friday 10am - 12:30am
Saturday 12pm - 12:30am
Sunday 12pm - 11:30pm

Telephone

+353238833381

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