Ailbhe Reddy, HamsandwicH and more announced for Nollaig na mBan Festival in Dublin

Ailbhe Reddy, HamsandwicH, Sharyn Ward, Camille O'Sullivan and more are set to perform at 2026's Nollaig na mBan Festival, on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 across Dublin's Ballybough and North Strand (see event locations below).

Now in its fourth year, the event celebrates women whose "leadership, kindness and dedication enrich community life," according to a statement.

“I am delighted to be performing an intimate gig for the local community for Nollaig na mBan," said O’Sullivan.

"It’s a beautiful celebration of women, and I’m honoured to be part of it.”

“We are so delighted to be taking part in this special celebration of amazing women in the community on Nollaig na mBan and I am proud to be part of this brilliant line-up of Irish women," added Niamh Farrell of HamsandwicH.

See the full line-up of musical performances below.

In addition to live music, 10 award recipients will be honoured at a ceremony in Charleville Mall Library.

This year's recipients include Paula T. Nolan, Bernie Walsh, Nathalie Crowley, Sister Maria Lawless, Maureen O’Sullivan, Iwona Machaczka, Joan Phelan, Linda Smith, Jane Ruth Savage and Elizabeth Kehoe.

The release date for festival tickets is set to be announced shortly.

See the full line-up of musical acts below.

• HamsandwicH & Ailbhe Reddy – St. Columba’s Church, North Strand Road
• Camille O’Sullivan & Sharyn Ward – Annesley House Upstairs, North Strand
• Mary Byrne – Clonliffe House Pub, Ballybough Road
• The Queen Bees – Cusacks Pub North Strand