Navan Midsummer Festival 2026

What to Expect

The inaugural Navan Midsummer Festival runs from Friday 19 to Sunday 21 June 2026 and is supported by Meath County Council and Boyne Valley Tourism. The programme spans music, comedy, storytelling, heritage experiences, talks, local food, arts, and family workshops, all themed around midsummer, the solstice, and the ancient heritage of the Boyne Valley including connections to the Hill of Tara. A Midsummer Market at St Mary’s Church showcases local producers and crafts.

Good to Know

• Dates: Friday 19 - Sunday 21 June 2026

• Venues: various locations across Navan town centre

• Many events are free; some ticketed

• Heritage talks and storytelling are core strands of the programme

• Check the Boyne Valley Tourism website for the full schedule closer to the date

Getting There

Navan is the county town of Meath, served by Bus Eireann routes from Dublin and surrounding towns. The town centre venues are within walking distance of the bus station on Athlumney Road.