Final Fling at The Gables
Sunday’s Grand Finale!
Sunday, August 3rd, brings a memorable close to the festival. Begin at 12:30 PM at the Bridgend with the Legend Sessions with Mark Langan and Seamie O’Dowd – Where Johnny Meets Kris Kristofferson, a not-to-be-missed tribute. Enjoy more Live Music at The Gables from 2 PM to 4 PM, and soak in the atmosphere at 3 PM with the Kildoney Fishmen’s Anniversary, featuring music on the Mall Quay with The O’Briens.
The festival concludes with the Final Fling Live at the Gables From 7 PM, enjoy a final Showcase, followed by an incredible performance from Seamie O’Dowd, Leonard Barry, Andy Morrow, and Caitlin Cullen. Closing out the festival with a bang will be Porter Belly’s from 9 PM.
The last of the Festival Sessions in Local Pubs will ensure the music continues until the very end.Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable celebration of Irish folk and traditional music! With a dynamic program spanning multiple venues and featuring some of the best talent, the 48th Ballyshannon Folk and Traditional Music Festival is set to be the highlight of the summer.
PORTER BELLYS
The Porter Bellys are a Co. Tyrone based 6x piece group with roots in Folk, Traditional Irish music and Rock music. The band has its origins deep in the Omagh and Tyrone music scene with 3x of the original members meeting and first playing music together while attending Christian Brother School, Omagh. Mark McAloon (vocals, guitar and banjo), Shane Tierney (Drums) and Gerard McCrory (bass guitar )all met and fostered a common passion for Irish rock music with influences such as the Pogue’s, Horslips, Dubliners and Planxty along with their very own blend of classic rock being at the forefront of their musical development over the years. After years of gigging and touring across Ireland, Europe, Uk, USA the band has grown to include another familiar and experienced duo from the Omagh and Tyrone music scene. Shona O’Hagan (violin) and Shari Statcher (whistle/flute) consolidate the traditional Irish music element of the band’s sound and bring a technical expertise which bring the band to the next level. More recently, Sam Barltop (Electric Guitar and vocals) has come on board and effortlessly lays down raucous rock chords and licks that Van Halen or the late Arty McGlyn would tip a hat to!