Belturbet Festival of the Erne 2026

What to Expect

The Belturbet Festival of the Erne is one of the largest community festivals in County Cavan, running across five days over the August Bank Holiday weekend. The festival is centred on Belturbet town and the River Erne Marina and features outdoor live music, marching bands, a float parade, the Lady of the Erne competition, fancy dress competitions, and fireworks. Family activities include a teddy bears’ picnic, treasure hunt, children’s disco, and a tractor run. The Funday by the Erne on Monday afternoon at the marina is a highlight, with a wide range of outdoor family activities.

Good to Know

• Dates: Thursday 30 July to Monday 3 August 2026 (5 days)

• Venue: Belturbet town centre and Marina, Co. Cavan

• Family-friendly throughout; many events are free

• Fireworks display included

• Annual recurring festival - one of the largest of its kind in the Cavan-Fermanagh border region

Getting There

Belturbet is on the R201 road, approximately 20km north of Cavan Town. Bus Eireann serves the town from Cavan. Parking is available in the town centre and around the marina.