This traditional festival has become one of the most eagerly awaited dates on Ireland’s festival calendar as the streets of Lisdoonvarna will come alive with music and song, and buzz with dance, craic, and a love for life.
This traditional festival has become one of the most eagerly awaited dates on Ireland’s festival calendar as the streets of Lisdoonvarna will come alive with music and song, and buzz with dance, craic, and a love for life.
Featuring some of the biggest names on Ireland’s country music scene, such as Nathan Carter and Derek Ryan, whether you’re living it up on the dance-floor or having the craic in streets or in the cosy pub, Lisdoonvarna will be full of passion and promise as you seek out your match.
Be part of the 40,000 festival goers who are expected to attend the Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival again this year, and whether you meet the perfect match or not, the Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival will certainly set your pulse racing.
Chicago Tribune reports on Lisdoonvarna Matchmaking Festival
Once a tranquil backwater a few miles off the rugged Atlantic coast, Lisdoonvarna landed on the map thanks to its mineral springs, which drew visitors seeking the curative powers of these sulfur- and iron-rich waters. Lisdoon — as it’s known locally — sprouted up from the karst limestone landscape in County Clare to become one of Ireland’s earliest tourism hot spots.
Europe’s biggest singles festival kicks off on 1st September this year and for a whole month, the small village of Lisdoonvarna comes alive with the sound of music and dancing. Bars and pubs and a marquee in the village will host some of Ireland’s top music entertainers, including Nathan Carter, Mike Denver, Derek Ryan and Lisa McHugh –
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