Donaghadee Summer Festival 2026

"The Donaghadee Summer Festival is a celebration of community, creativity and the unique character of the multi award winning town.

This year's festival proudly marks Donaghadee's contribution to the 250th anniversary of American Independence, with a programme featuring exciting links between our loal community and American culture. Highlights include the North Down Dragons hosting the Ireland Flag Football League at Donaghadee Rugby Football Club alongside a lively All-American barbeque event for all the family.

We are also delighted to introduce new attractions including Drama on the Pier, the return of the ever-popular Horse Relay, an exciting new market, and the welcome addition of our new Town Cryer, helping bring even more colour and character to the festival. Visitors can also step into the TV drama of Hope Street through a special walking tour exploring familiar filing locations around Donaghadee.

Alongside returning favourites in music, arts, heritage, and family entertainment, this year's programme reflects the energy, warmth, and pride of the people of Donaghadee."

- Chairman of Donaghadee Community Development Association, Denis Waterworth

The Donaghadee Summer Festival is co-ordinated by Donaghadee Community Development Association (DCDA) in partnership with local groups, organisations, volunteers and sponsors. Together, they help deliver more than 100 events across the town between 20th June and 9th September, supported through grant funding and community sponsorship. DCDA is also delighted to organise the following events as part of this year's Festival programme:

5 July and 16 August
Drama - The Harbour

8 August
Ireland Flag Football

15 August
Ulster Fry Championship

2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 August
Sunday Band Concerts

29 August
Summer Artisan Market

29 August
Horse Relay

All events are subject to change. Please check www.visitdonaghadee.com for any changes to the programme.

This event is supported by Ards and North Down Borough Council.