About
The Lady of the Lake Festival is Fermanagh's biggest annual summer festival which takes place every July in Irvinestown, providing 10 days of fun for all.
Folklore has it that the legendary Lady of the Lake walked amongst the mists & islands of Lough Erne bringing a sign of good times ahead!
The 2026 festival will run from 10th to 19th July!
Friday 10 July – Festival Opening Parade, Lady of the Lake unveiling, street entertainment & live music.
Saturday 11 July – Strongman competition, Bonny Baby Competition, Pet Show, Family Fun Day, Fun Run & evening entertainment.
Sunday 12 July – Fishing Competition, Donkey Derby, Family Sports, Dog Show, Castle Archdale History Walk & White Island Service.
Monday 13 July – Treasure Hunt, Quiz Night, Pool Competition & Traditional Music Night.
Tuesday 14 July – Back to the Future family film screening, Town Cycle Race & live music.
Wednesday 15 July – Traditional Fair Day, 10K & 5K Road Race, Charity Dance & Cocktail Night.
Thursday 16 July – Children's Scavenger Hunt, Senior Citizens Party, Fancy Dress Parade & Street Music.
Friday 17 July – Family Fun Sessions, Teddy Bears' Picnic, Vintage Vehicle Parade & Festival of Lights.
Saturday 18 July – Truck Convoy, Hole Digging Championship, Yoga, RNLI Open Day, Time Capsule Ceremony & Family Fun Evening.
Sunday 19 July – Truck Convoy Finale, Live Country Music, Prize Presentations & Closing Festival Dance.
Festival Highlights (Throughout the Week)
• Photography & Drone Competitions
• Boat Hire & Lady of the Lake Cruiser Trips
• Watersports
• White Island & Devenish Ferry Trips
• Celtic & Famine Gardens
• Spot the Stranger Trail
• Live Music in Local Venues Every Evening
