Translink has recorded one million passenger journeys across network over the first five days alone of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026. As well as drawing visitors from around the globe, the eight-day programme has provided a showcase for local participants too.
Among those taking their place in the spotlight were Highland dancers from Sollus HD-Cookstown, Sollus HD-Mid Ulster and Sollus HD-Londonderry. While familiar faces from Mid and Antrim included musician and broadcaster Willie Drennan. Here’s a flavour of the celebrations in 26 photos.
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Having fun at the Fleadh. Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye
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Irish Prime Minister, Taoiseach Micheál Martin on a walk around in Belfast City Centre. Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye
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Taking part in the celebration of music and culture. Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye
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Eleven-year-old Ronan Fennell playing the tin whistle on Donegall Place. Photo: Jonathan Porter / Press Eye