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Monthly Trad Session - McCabe's Bar Crossakiel Kells

At McCabe's Bar · Crossakiel, Kells, Co. Meath

Traditional Irish music session

What to Expect

McCabe’s Bar in the small village of Crossakiel, west of Kells, holds a traditional Irish music session on the first Thursday night of every month. The pub, also known as Gary McDonell’s, is one of the most characterful rural pubs in west Meath - a compact local bar in a traditional village setting. Weekend music also takes place regularly.

Good to Know

  • Recurrence: first Thursday of every month, approx 9pm

  • Venue: McCabe’s Bar, Crossakiel, Kells, Co. Meath

  • Free entry; call ahead to confirm: 046 924 3046

  • Weekend music also occasionally - check Facebook page for details

Getting There

Crossakiel is about 10 km west of Kells on rural roads. A car is necessary - no public transport to the village.

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