Westports 53rd Intl Festival of Sea Angling
23rd - 27th June 2010
1-day shore event, 3 day boat event. Now in its 53rd year and possibly the longest running Sea Angling event in Europe.
Shore Competion
(Fee: 25 euro) Wednesday June 23rd
Boat Competition
(Fee: 150 euro) Day 1: Friday June 25th
Day 2: Saturday June 26th
Day 3: Sunday June 27th
For more details about the Sea Angling Festival, log onto www.westportseaanglingfestival.eu
The Westport Folk and Bluegrass
25th - 27th June 2010
Festival will be taking off for the 4th time in 2010. After 3 very successful years the festival has grown in popularity both with the fans who are attending the event and the performing artists who are queuing up to take part.
This year, along side well known bluegrass acts, we will give stage to new coming bluegrass bands and we will put greater emphasis on the folk side of the festival. Once again we will keep the idea of local, national and international acts with bands and solo artists coming from Westport, Dublin, Northern Ireland and the UK.
It is important to the festival committee to maintain the festival main goals of showcasing Westport as a friendly music town and to establish the festival as one of the main events of the Irish bluegrass calendar.
Last year, a team of RTE's's "Nationwide" joined us to document the festival and you can watch the clip by clicking here
Uri and the Electric Cave Production are working hard to ensure the success of the festival and we hope to see you all in Westport on the last weekend of June 25-27/6/2010.
25 Jun - Well Enough Alone
25 Jun - Wookalily
25 Jun - John Taylor
25 Jun - The Macevillys
26 Jun - Wookalily
26 Jun - David Hope
26 Jun - The Coal Porters
26 Jun - The Broken String Band
27 Jun - Jim Byrne westport, Mayo
27 Jun - Tim Rogers and friends
Gaelforce 24hr Cycle
Saturday 19th June 2010
A new 24hour challenge has been set by the organisers of the extremely popular Gaelforce West Adventure Race, killaryadventure.com Gaelforce Cycle West was launched in Galway, as part of the National Bike Week, and takes place on the 19th & 20th of September 2009. Similar events in the UK have been running for years and are extremely popular.
There are two challenges aimed at both mountain bikers and road bikers. The challenges are open to the hard core and the Sunday cyclists as there are a variety of categories on offer from soloists to teams of 10. Breathe easy you won't be expected to cycle for 24hrs, unless you wish to!! Team members work in a relay system with only one member on the course at a time.
MOUNTAIN CHALLENGE
24 hour Mountain bike challenges have been around for a number of years and are proving to be popular amongst riders of all descriptions, from the pro mountain biker to those just new to the sport. The track is achievable for riders of all levels.
Set in the Nephin Mountains just outside Newport, Co Mayo, the course is approximately 20 km and includes some forestry track and part of the western way. Expect a couple of fairly steady uphill sections, but what goes up must come down so get ready for some fast enthralling downhill sections too.
ROAD CHALLENGE
Get involved in the worlds first ever 24 hour road bike challenge!
24 hour racing is a fairly new concept and is one that has taken events by storm in many countries across the world. Starting and finishing in the Nephin mountain range, Co. Mayo, the route is roughly 47 km and takes in some of the most stunning scenery in the country. Competitors will have the opportunity to take in famous beauty spots such as Clew Bay, Clare Island and Croagh Patrick.
To register for this event click here http://www.gaelforcecyclewest.com/regform.php
Gaelforce West
21st August 2010
Gaelforce West is the largest one day adventure race of its kind in the world. The 2010 event takes place on Saturday August 21st. This year we are delighted to announce that Killary Adventure Co. will be running Gaelforce West and all other Gaelforce Events.
It is a multi-sport adventure race involving cycling, running, hiking and kayaking. The course of approximately 65km stretches from the stunning Glassilaun beach to Westport. En route there are some significant obstacles to cross, including Killary Harbour and the famous holy mountain of Croagh Patrick. The event is designed for solo competitors, but you can run it with a buddy or training partner. Due to logistics we do not allow relay teams.
We have included all of the relevant information you need to know to compete in Gaelforce West 2010 within this site. 
Please read everything carefully so there are no surprises on the day.
It is important to note that you will get wet and dirty; you are running through bogs, along mountain paths and even up a mountain! You are cycling along small country roads, a dirt track and on a small section of the N59. This is not a triathlon, a marathon or a fun run it is an adventure race. It will test you both physically and mentally but the elation you will feel at the end when you cross the finish line will make it all worth it!
Click here for more details Gaelforce West
Westport Music Festival
August 2010
A free open air music festival with entertainment to suit all the family. The Festival runs for four consecutive days Thurs - Sun (2010 dates TBC) and the main stage is situated in the Carrowbeg River looking onto the Fairgreen. Each year the Festival brings and atmosphere to Westport town hosting many famous well known bands. Along with nightly music, there are various activies during the day for all ages not forgetting the very popular heritage day on Sunday.
For more details about Westport Music Festival, log onto www.westportmusicfestival.com
Westport Arts Festival
October 2010
Visiting during Westport Arts Festival gives an exciting insight into this lively community. This feast of theatre, dance, recital, music and more takes place each September. Other festivals include the extremely popular Westport Wellness Week held each February to revitalise body, mind and soul. The festival is a celebration of physical and spiritual fitness and wellbeing with an emphasis on positive living. 
Westport Arts Festival has long since established itself on the West coast calendar as an exciting and diverse event. The festival is a locally-run event for the enjoyment of the thousands of tourists who visit the area annually.
For more details about Westport Arts Festival, log onto www.westportartsfestival.com
Section Blog
