Small but mighty Drogheda Arts Festival

It was billed as small but perfectly formed, and this year’s three-day Drogheda Arts Festival certainly didn’t disappoint.

The launch in the former Methodist Church in Laurence Street saw the (metaphorical) ribbon being cut by festival director Brenda McComeskey and Louth Co. Council’s Moya Hodgers, while visitors enjoyed the ‘Sound | Code | Image’ art exhibition, which was a truly innovative experience by this renowned Irish artist.

Gerrard’s Church is fast becoming the exclusive venue to host something musically special and the headline act on Sunday night was no exception.

The intimate setting provided the ideal backdrop for the beautiful tones of folk singer Saoimhe, who delighted the small audience with her selfpenned tunes.

Local singer Theresa McKenna also showed she could be headlining her own gigs too.

Tik Tok sensation Garron Noone was one of the many highpoints of the weekend, who performed to a jam packed Sarsfield’s Living Room. This event sold out quickly and it is easy to see why. The music was amazing, as too was the rapping and comedic stories, the craic was had!

There was something for all ages over the weekend, with local storyteller Grainne Rafferty delighting audiences with her walking tours, which were extended due to popular demand. and West Street was alive with street entertainment for the younger audiences.

They enjoyed balloons, bubbles, twirling and more. Hope all those turtles, bunnies, dogs and more are happy in their new homes!

The Far Flung Trio proved very popular with music and arts fans in the Highlanes gallery.

Drogheda Arts Festival is a multidisciplinary arts festival which began in 2005, and is funded and supported by Louth County Council and the Arts Council of Ireland, with support from the local business and community.