Schull Regatta Festival 2026

What to Expect

The Schull Regatta Festival returns on 8 and 9 August 2026 with two days of free family fun along the shores of Schull harbour. The programme includes crab fishing, a treasure hunt, art competitions, tug of war, net mending, heaving line contests, a raft race, regatta soccer and live music, spread across the pier, village streets and shoreline. The festival captures the heart of a traditional West Cork summer gathering.

Good to Know

• Dates: 8 and 9 August 2026 in Schull, West Cork.
• All events are free.
• Schull is approximately 100 km west of Cork city on the Mizen Peninsula.
• Calves Week sailing regatta also takes place in Schull in late August.

Getting There

Schull is reached via the N71 and R592 from Cork city, approximately two hours by car. There is no direct bus service; a car or hired transport is recommended.