To celebrate the milestone, a host of special acts have been announced for this year's Fleadh with Donal Lunny, Sharon Shannon and former Eurovision hopefuls Dervish performing next week.
Highlights will be provided by 60th Birthday Comhaltas Tea Party in the Fleadh Dome on Friday August 19 and the Eclectic Concert on August 20 which will showcase bluegrass and American roots music.
On top of that there will be the customary craic provided by céilí sets dances, trad sessions and storytelling nights.
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