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Welcome to the Howth Guinness Oyster and Music Festival – a celebration of the best Howth has to offer! Nestled in the heart of this picturesque fishing village, the festival is a perfect blend of culinary indulgence, world-class music and the warm community spirit that makes
Howth so special.
This vibrant event showcases the freshest local oysters, perfectly paired with the iconic taste of Guinness. It’s a feast for the senses with live performances from talented musicians setting the stage for an unforgettable atmosphere. Whether you’re a seafood enthusiast, a music lover or simply looking for a unique experience, the Howth Guinness Oyster and Music Festival has
something for everyone.
Join us as we celebrate good food, great company, and the magic of Howth!
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About US
Line Up
February 27th - March 1st 2026
Unplugged at The Harbour Bar
Rhythm & Blues at McNeils
Jazz at Findlaters
Bluegrass & Old Time
American Music at O’Connells
Rock at The Bloody Stream -including ‘4 Bands on the Up’
Unplugged at The Harbour Bar
Rhythm & Blues at McNeils
Jazz at Findlaters
Bluegrass & Old Time
American Music at O’Connells
Rock at The Bloody Stream -including ‘4 Bands on the Up’
Friday, February 27th
8.00 PM - Headliner: Leslie & Flo: "Natural Women" the Show at The Abbey Tavern (Doors 7.30pm)
Tickets €25 from tickets.iE
8.30 PM - The Richie Buckley Organ Quartet at Wrights Findlaters /Free/
9.00 PM - Yum Yum old time string Band AT O'CONNELLS /Free/
10.00 PM - Shobsy the garden stage at The Harbour Bar Howth /Free/
Tickets €25 from tickets.iE
8.30 PM - The Richie Buckley Organ Quartet at Wrights Findlaters /Free/
9.00 PM - Yum Yum old time string Band AT O'CONNELLS /Free/
10.00 PM - Shobsy the garden stage at The Harbour Bar Howth /Free/
Saturday, February 28th
1.00 PM - Family Friendly Howth Coastal Foraging with Nicole Meet Howth Train Station
Tickets from Howthforaging.ie
2.00 PM - Four Bands on the Up:
2.00 Pm - Taylor Byrne & The Lavender Scare
3 pm - DC Dolls
4 pm - Telekura
5 pm - And He, The Fool
THE PHIL LYNOTT STAGE AT THE BLOODY STREAM /Free/
2.00 PM - Howth Gospel Choir THE SMOKING' STAGE AT MCNEILL'S /Free/
2.30 PM - The Howth Oyster shucking Competition at The Abbey Tavern /Free/
4.00 PM - the kickbacks the garden stage at The Harbour Bar Howth /Free/
5.00 PM - Colm Skwirbat band THE SMOKING' STAGE AT MCNEILL'S /Free/
6.00 PM - seamus harty the garden stage at The Harbour Bar Howth /Free/
7.00 PM - The east Coast Oyster shucking championship at The Abbey Tavern (doors 6.30pm)
Tickets €11 from tickets.ie
7.30 PM - Headliner: Betty Boo (Special guests Luthorist, Jehnova, and VISIONALI) at The summit inn (Doors 7pm)
Tickets €22.50 from tickets.iE
8.00 PM - crazycrow THE SMOKING' STAGE AT MCNEILL'S /Free/
8.30 PM - Bobby Mc sings Sinatra at Wrights Findlaters /Free/
9.00 PM - whistle AT O'CONNELLS /Free/
10.00 PM - Sam Earlwood the garden stage at The Harbour Bar Howth /Free/
10.30 PM - Lighting Phil and The Sinisters THE SMOKING' STAGE AT MCNEILL'S /Free/
Tickets from Howthforaging.ie
2.00 PM - Four Bands on the Up:
2.00 Pm - Taylor Byrne & The Lavender Scare
3 pm - DC Dolls
4 pm - Telekura
5 pm - And He, The Fool
THE PHIL LYNOTT STAGE AT THE BLOODY STREAM /Free/
2.00 PM - Howth Gospel Choir THE SMOKING' STAGE AT MCNEILL'S /Free/
2.30 PM - The Howth Oyster shucking Competition at The Abbey Tavern /Free/
4.00 PM - the kickbacks the garden stage at The Harbour Bar Howth /Free/
5.00 PM - Colm Skwirbat band THE SMOKING' STAGE AT MCNEILL'S /Free/
6.00 PM - seamus harty the garden stage at The Harbour Bar Howth /Free/
7.00 PM - The east Coast Oyster shucking championship at The Abbey Tavern (doors 6.30pm)
Tickets €11 from tickets.ie
7.30 PM - Headliner: Betty Boo (Special guests Luthorist, Jehnova, and VISIONALI) at The summit inn (Doors 7pm)
Tickets €22.50 from tickets.iE
8.00 PM - crazycrow THE SMOKING' STAGE AT MCNEILL'S /Free/
8.30 PM - Bobby Mc sings Sinatra at Wrights Findlaters /Free/
9.00 PM - whistle AT O'CONNELLS /Free/
10.00 PM - Sam Earlwood the garden stage at The Harbour Bar Howth /Free/
10.30 PM - Lighting Phil and The Sinisters THE SMOKING' STAGE AT MCNEILL'S /Free/
Sunday, March 1st
1.00 PM - Des Hopkins Dixieland Jazz Band at Wrights Findlaters /Free/
1.00 PM - Eric & Oz AT O'CONNELLS /Free/
2.00 PM - oyster Masterclass with sarah browne of oysome at The Abbey Tavern
Tickets €45 from tickets.iE
2.00 PM - Martina & The Moons THE PHIL LYNOTT STAGE AT THE BLOODY STREAM /Free/
3.00 PM - Bree Harris THE SMOKING' STAGE AT MCNEILL'S /Free/
3.30 PM - Jukedome at the Summit inn /Free/
4.00 PM - dogs the garden stage at The Harbour Bar Howth /Free/
5.00 PM - The Lee Meehan organ trio at Wrights Findlaters /Free/
5.30 PM - The Savage Hearts THE PHIL LYNOTT STAGE AT THE BLOODY STREAM /Free/
7.00 PM - Headliner: Jack lukeman (Special guest EllyD) at The Abbey Tavern (Doors 6.30pm)
Tickets €35 from tickets.iE
7.30 PM - Paul mcdonnell the garden stage at The Harbour Bar Howth /Free/
9.00 PM - The Blue Light Smugglers AT O'CONNELLS /Free/
9.30 PM - The Last Shuck - Final Night party with Paul Byrne and Friends THE SMOKING' STAGE AT MCNEILL'S /Free/
1.00 PM - Eric & Oz AT O'CONNELLS /Free/
2.00 PM - oyster Masterclass with sarah browne of oysome at The Abbey Tavern
Tickets €45 from tickets.iE
2.00 PM - Martina & The Moons THE PHIL LYNOTT STAGE AT THE BLOODY STREAM /Free/
3.00 PM - Bree Harris THE SMOKING' STAGE AT MCNEILL'S /Free/
3.30 PM - Jukedome at the Summit inn /Free/
4.00 PM - dogs the garden stage at The Harbour Bar Howth /Free/
5.00 PM - The Lee Meehan organ trio at Wrights Findlaters /Free/
5.30 PM - The Savage Hearts THE PHIL LYNOTT STAGE AT THE BLOODY STREAM /Free/
7.00 PM - Headliner: Jack lukeman (Special guest EllyD) at The Abbey Tavern (Doors 6.30pm)
Tickets €35 from tickets.iE
7.30 PM - Paul mcdonnell the garden stage at The Harbour Bar Howth /Free/
9.00 PM - The Blue Light Smugglers AT O'CONNELLS /Free/
9.30 PM - The Last Shuck - Final Night party with Paul Byrne and Friends THE SMOKING' STAGE AT MCNEILL'S /Free/
Venues
The Abbey Tavern
Festival Headliner Venue
The Abbey Tavern is a world famous 16h century tavern with it's own purpose built venue
and will host some of the headline ticketed shows for 2026
The Harbour Bar Howth
The Harbour Bar is the oldest pub
in the village. It's run by friendly local businessman Daragh Heagney and well-known for its excellent pints and a cozy beer garden with a stage.
O'Connells
O'Connells is widely known as having the best chicken wings in Dublin so settle down with a pint of beer and some wings at their outdoor seating area facing The East Pier Stage which is right outside the door...
McNeills
McNeills of Howth is run by the Olin family who have a great tradition
of running music pubs. Hidden down the back is a great little venue with a big stage where some great nights have been had down the years.
Summit Inn
Serving delicious food all day
with spectacular views,
The Summit Inn is worth a visit.
It has ample parking or you can get the bus to the front door.
The Bloody Stream
a great place for food, drink
and parties but it also boasts
a very cool purpose built outdoor stage named after local legend Phil Lynott. you can step off
the DART straight into the venue.
Findlaters
Wrights Findlaters, overlooking
the harbour is our more refined venue. Serving delicious food all day, this is followed by live bands on Friday and Saturday night.
The crowd that go there are always up for a party so expect dancing and singing.
Coastal Foraging and Howth Fishermans folklore walk
with Nicole from @HowthForaging_nicole
This immersive experience promises an inspiring blend of learning, nature and coastal storytelling
Led by Nicole, this guided walk along the beach and Howth Harbour invites you to explore the rich natural bounty of Ireland’s coastline. You’ll discover edible coastal plants, learning how to identify both native and non-native species, and uncover their culinary and medicinal uses.
Drawing on traditional knowledge, the walk delves into age-old coastal wisdom: how fishermen and sailors once used plants to prevent scurvy, sustain themselves through harsh winters, and read the skies and weather patterns long before modern forecasts existed.
Along the way you’ll encounter the local seals and wildlife that call the harbour home. After the walk, take time to browse the pier, where you can purchase fresh fish and seafood and bring your foraged finds home to create a truly seasonal, coastal meal
This immersive experience promises an inspiring blend of learning, nature and coastal storytelling
Led by Nicole, this guided walk along the beach and Howth Harbour invites you to explore the rich natural bounty of Ireland’s coastline. You’ll discover edible coastal plants, learning how to identify both native and non-native species, and uncover their culinary and medicinal uses.
Drawing on traditional knowledge, the walk delves into age-old coastal wisdom: how fishermen and sailors once used plants to prevent scurvy, sustain themselves through harsh winters, and read the skies and weather patterns long before modern forecasts existed.
Along the way you’ll encounter the local seals and wildlife that call the harbour home. After the walk, take time to browse the pier, where you can purchase fresh fish and seafood and bring your foraged finds home to create a truly seasonal, coastal meal
What to bring:
- Warm clothing and waterproof footwear
- A bottle of water
- A small backpack
- Scissors (optional, for foraging)
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