Coillte Come Home Festival 2026 Returns to Kiltimagh This July
There’s something special about coming home to Kiltimagh in July.
From July 8th to 13th, the streets, pubs, venues, and community spaces across town will once again come alive as the Coillte Come Home Festival returns for 2026 — bringing six days of music, laughter, community, culture, sport, and unforgettable memories to the heart of Mayo.
What began as a community celebration has grown into one of the most anticipated summer festivals in the west of Ireland, attracting locals, returning families, visitors, and friends from across Ireland and around the world.
Whether you grew up here, moved away years ago, or are discovering Kiltimagh for the very first time, Coillte Come Home is about reconnecting — with people, with place, and with the spirit of community that makes this town unique.
A Festival Built Around Community
At the heart of Coillte Come Home is community.
This festival is powered by volunteers, local businesses, clubs, musicians, performers, and organisations who work together every year to create something truly special for the town.
Throughout the week, visitors can expect a packed programme of events designed for all ages and interests — from family fun and sporting events to live entertainment and late-night music sessions.
The festival has become a homecoming tradition for many people with roots in Kiltimagh and surrounding areas. Every July, families return, friendships reconnect, and the town fills with a sense of energy that’s difficult to describe unless you’ve experienced it.
Coillte Come Laugh Returns with a Huge Comedy Line-Up
One of the biggest highlights of the 2026 festival will once again be Coillte Come Laugh, the festival’s hugely popular comedy night.
This year’s line-up features some of Ireland’s best-known comedians, promising a night packed with laughs, stories, quick wit, and unforgettable moments.
Hosted by comedy favourite Karl Spain, the 2026 line-up includes:
- Ger Staunton
- Aideen McQueen
- Martin Angolo
Now entering its second year, Coillte Come Laugh has already established itself as one of the standout events of the festival calendar. If last year is anything to go by, organisers are expecting another sell-out crowd and a laugh-a-minute night from start to finish.
The comedy night has quickly become one of the signature events of the festival and tickets are expected to sell quickly.
If previous years are anything to go by, this will be one of the standout nights of the summer in Mayo.
Live Music Across the Festival Weekend
Music has always been central to the atmosphere of Coillte Come Home, and 2026 promises another incredible line-up.
Festival-goers can look forward to:
- High-energy live bands
- Local musicians and emerging talent
- Pub sessions and late-night entertainment
- Festival atmosphere throughout the town
Friday night will feature live music from Spring Break, helping kick off the festival weekend in style alongside the winner of the Thursday Night Busking Competition.
Saturday night sees the hugely anticipated return of Ruaile Buaile, one of the biggest highlights of the entire festival weekend.
Festival organisers are also delighted to welcome back Creole to the stage. After winning last year’s busking competition, the group has since gone on to form their own band and are set to open for Ruaile Buaile in what promises to be a massive night of music and celebration in Kiltimagh.
From packed venues to outdoor entertainment and impromptu sing-songs, music will once again echo throughout Kiltimagh all week long.
Darts, Sport & Friendly Competition
The Coillte Come Home Festival wouldn’t be complete without a little competitive spirit.
The hugely popular Coillte Come Home Darts League returns again for 2026, bringing players and supporters together from venues across the town.
With local pride on the line, the darts competition has become one of the festival’s most entertaining traditions — combining sport, community rivalry, and great craic.
Another major highlight of this year’s festival will be Race2Glory on Saturday, which promises high energy, excitement, and plenty of entertainment for competitors and spectators alike.
Alongside darts and Race2Glory, festival week will include additional sporting and community events suitable for all ages.
Celebrating Local Talent
One of the most important parts of Coillte Come Home is creating opportunities for local performers, musicians, artists, businesses, and community groups to showcase what makes Kiltimagh special.
The festival continues to shine a spotlight on:
- Local musicians and performers
- Community organisations and clubs
- Young talent
- Local businesses and hospitality
- Arts, culture, and creativity
New events continue to be added to the 2026 line-up thanks to the support and creativity of local businesses and organisers.
This year, the festival is delighted to welcome:
- **Pilates for EveryBody hosted by PilatesXStrength **
- Jiving workshops for children and adults with Sandra Ganley
These exciting additions bring even more variety to the festival programme and reflect the growing community involvement that makes Coillte Come Home so special.
It’s this mix of big entertainment, new ideas, and local heart that gives the festival its unique atmosphere.
A Week That Brings People Together
For many people, Coillte Come Home is more than just a festival.
It’s the week old friends reunite.
It’s the week families gather.
It’s the week the town feels at its very best.
Whether it’s meeting school friends you haven’t seen in years, sharing stories over a pint, dancing to live music, laughing through a comedy set, or simply soaking up the atmosphere around town, the festival creates moments people remember long after the week ends.
Plan Your Visit
Visitors travelling to the festival will find Kiltimagh perfectly positioned in the heart of the west of Ireland.
Located close to Ireland West Airport Knock and within easy reach of the Wild Atlantic Way, Kiltimagh offers the perfect base for a summer trip while enjoying everything the festival has to offer.
Accommodation, restaurants, cafés, pubs, and local businesses throughout the area will once again be ready to welcome visitors for what promises to be a fantastic week.
Stay Updated
More event announcements, schedules, ticket information, and festival updates will be released over the coming weeks.
To stay up to date:
- Follow Kiltimagh Tourism on social media
- Watch for ticket announcements
- Keep an eye on the official festival website kiltimagh.ie
- Look out for the festival brochure launching soon
See You in Kiltimagh This July
The countdown to Coillte Come Home Festival 2026 has officially begun.
From music and comedy to community spirit and unforgettable nights, this year’s festival is shaping up to be one of the biggest and best yet.
Mark the dates:
July 8th – 13th 2026
Come home to Kiltimagh.
Come home to Coillte.
