The Smithwicks Howth Trad Fest is taking place this June bank holiday weekend.

Eight venues in Howth willl host some of Irelands favourite musical artists including Kila, Declan O'Rourke, Andy Irvine & Donal Lunny amongst many more.

There will be a mixture of free and ticketed gigs running all weekend as well as the Smithwicks Trad Trail hosting open sessions all over beautiful seaside Howth.

It all starts in McNeills of Howth on Friday evening with some tunes at 8 pm followed by an open session with talented local musicians.

Venues:

• McNeills of Howth
• O'Connells
• The Summitt Inn
• The Harbour Bar
• The Abbey Tavern
• The Waterside Bar
• Findlaters
• The Bloody Stream