With eight weeks to go until Galway Folk Festival commences, over 50 acts have been announced with today’s lineup including Declan O’Rourke, Conchúr White and Amble.

Returning for their third edition, the festival takes place from Wednesday 5th June to Sunday 9th June, showcasing the best of folk, roots and traditional music in venues spread throughout Galway city.

Among the headliners are renowned singer-songwriter Delcan O’Rourke, English folk enchantress Beth Orton, contemporary folk trio Amble, Glaswegian quintet Ímar and fellow Scots Talisk. Also included are Conchúr White, Eleanor Shanley & Mike Hanrahan, Breen Rynne Murray, Seán Keane, Cillian Vallely & David Doucey, Niamh Bury, DUG, Niall McCabe and many more.

In addition to the ticketed shows, festival-goers can enjoy free daytime events across three stages. Cuppa Tea TV returns with a stage featuring Youth in Music on Saturday and Sunday, while Culture Vultures with Tony Clayton-Lea offers engaging conversations with special guests across the weekend.

“We are thrilled to be back for year 3 of the Galway Folk Festival” says festival director and programmer, Peter O’Sullivan. “This year we have a broad programme which will appeal to a wide age range.

“We’ve lots of exciting new talent as well as established names from the world of folk and trad. We have expanded our free entry day time programme on the Saturday and Sunday of the festival which is family friendly and a great way to involve people of all ages.”

Galway Folk Festival lineup