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Turas Úr: A Vibrant Bilingual Celebration of Gaeltacht Arts and Culture on Inis Bó Finne
Inis Bó Finne, Co. Donegal – Saturday, July 26, 2025 — The island of Inis Bó Finne will come alive with creativity and community spirit as it hosts Turas Úr, a unique, bilingual arts and culture event celebrating the rich traditions, language, and creative talent of the Gaeltacht.
Rooted in the island’s heritage and landscape, this one-day event invites visitors to immerse themselves in a dynamic program of visual art, poetry, music, and participatory workshops—all delivered through both Gaeilge and English. Turas Úr is part of the Earagail Arts Festival and offers a powerful celebration of contemporary culture grounded in place and tradition.
Event Highlights Include:
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Island Art Trail
An open-air gallery of temporary sculptures, soundscapes, and installations inspired by the natural beauty of Inis Bó Finne. Featuring Gaeltacht and guest artists, all works follow a leave-no-trace ethos, in harmony with the island environment. -
Poetry Performances from Open Call
Three selected poets—local and national—will present original works inspired by the island, performed live during the event. This bilingual program, shaped in collaboration with the local community, offers space for authentic storytelling and poetic reflection. -
Artist Residency
A week-long residency for a poet or visual artist to live and create on Inis Bó Finne, culminating in a new work that responds to the island’s culture, people, and history. -
Bilingual Workshops – Island & Mainland
Family-friendly arts workshops held in the lead-up and on the day of the event will engage communities across the region. The creative results will be exhibited along the art trail, highlighting collaboration between island and mainland. -
Traditional Céilí at the Island Hall
The festivities conclude with a lively traditional céilí, bringing together local and visiting musicians for a night of music, dancing, and celebration of island life.
Why Turas Úr Matters:
Turas Úr places the Irish language and Gaeltacht identity at the heart of its programming. By blending tradition with contemporary expression, it offers a meaningful platform for cultural preservation and renewal. The event also promotes cultural tourism, inviting visitors to experience the authenticity of life on Inis Bó Finne.
“This is more than an arts event—it’s a celebration of community, language, and the creative power of place,” said the event’s organizers. “Turas Úr invites everyone to engage with the unique culture of Inis Bó Finne, whether through poetry, music, art, or simply being part of the day.”
Event Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
Location: Inis Bó Finne, County Donegal
Admission: Free | Ferries and additional info at [event website or contact info here]
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Join us for Turas Úr—an unforgettable celebration of language, landscape, and creative connection.
Bígí linn do Turas Úr, imeacht ealaíon agus cultúir dátheangach, fíoruathúil, a cheiliúrann traidisiúin shaibhir agus cruthaitheacht bheoga na Gaeltachta. Ar siúl ar oileán stairiúil agus cultúrtha Inis Bó Finne, beidh an t-imeacht aon-lae seo ag cur buanna áitiúla agus ealaíontóirí cuíll i láthair trí chlár bríomhar ina mbeidh ealaín amhairc, filíocht, ceol agus gníomhú pobail—gach rud fréamhaithe i dteanga, oidhreacht agus tírdhreach an oileáin.
Buaicphointí an Imeachta:
Cosán Ealaíne an Oileáin
Siúil trí ghailearaí faoin aer lán le dealbhóireacht shealadach, fuaimdhreacha agus saothair suiteála spreagtha ag áilleacht nádúrtha Inis Bó Finne. Beidh ealaíontóirí ón nGaeltacht agus ó cheantair eile páirteach ann, agus beidh gach saothar curtha i láthair ar bhealach atá measúil don timpeallacht, gan rian a fhágáil ina ndiaidh.
Gairm Oscailte Filíochta & Taibhléirithe
Roghnaítear triúr file — áitiúil agus náisiúnta — chun saothair úrnua a chruthú spreagtha ag an oileán, a bheidh le taibhiú beo i rith an imeachta. Cuirtear clár na filíochta le chéile le tacaíocht agus moltaí ón bpobal áitiúil, ag tabhairt ardáin do scéalaíocht dhílis agus do mhachnamh cruthaitheach.
Cónaitheacht Ealaíontóra
Tabharfaidh cónaitheacht seachtaine deis don fhile nó ealaíontóir roghnaithe tumadh i saol an oileáin, agus críochnóidh an tréimhse sin le saothar nua a dhéanfaidh freagairt ar stair, tírdhreach agus muintir Inis Bó Finne.
Ceardlanna Dátheangacha – An tOileán & An Mhórthír
Mar ullmhúchán don imeacht, agus ar an lá féin, reáchtálfar ceardlanna ealaíne dátheangacha atá oiriúnach don teaghlach ar an oileán agus ar an mhórthír. Beidh na saothair a chruthaítear sna ceardlanna seo le feiceáil ar Chosán Ealaíne an Oileáin, ag cothú ceangail agus comhoibrithe idir pobail.
Céilí Traidisiúnta i Halla an Oileáin
Ceiliúraigí fréamhacha ceoil an oileáin le céilí bríomhar traidisiúnta. Tiocfaidh ceoltóirí áitiúla agus aíonna le chéile chun rithimí Inis Bó Finne a thabhairt chun beatha, agus cuirfear fáilte roimh chách chun páirt a ghlacadh sa rince agus sa spraoi.
Cén Fáth a bhfuil Sé Tábhachtach:
Is ceiliúradh é Turas Úr ar an nGaeilge agus ar fhéiniúlacht na Gaeltachta trí úsáid leanúnach na Gaeilge i ngach gné den imeacht — ón gclár ealaíne go rannpháirtíocht phobail. Is deis é chun traidisiúin na Gaeltachta a chaomhnú, a cheiliúradh agus a athshamhlú trí léiriú cruthaitheach chomhaimseartha. Mar pháirt do chlár Féile Ealaíne an Earagail, tarraingeoidh an t-imeacht seo turasóirí cultúrtha atá ag lorg eispéireas bhríomhar, bunaithe anseo sa Ghaeltacht
Ná caill an ceiliúradh tumthach, dílis seo ar chruthaitheacht, teanga agus saol an oileáin.
Join us for Turas Úr, a unique, bilingual arts and culture event that celebrates the rich traditions and vibrant creativity of the Gaeltacht. Taking place on the culturally significant island of Inis Bó Finne, this one-day event will showcase local talent and guest artists through a dynamic program of visual art, poetry, music, and community engagement—all rooted in the island’s language, heritage, and landscape.
Event Highlights:
Island Art Trail
Wander through an open-air gallery of temporary sculptures, soundscapes, and installations inspired by Inis Bó Finne’s natural beauty. Featuring artists from both the Gaeltacht and beyond, all works will follow a leave-no-trace approach, in harmony with the environment.
Poetry Open Call & Performances
Three selected poets—local and national—will create original works inspired by the island, performed live during the event. Curated with input from the local community, the poetry program offers a platform for authentic storytelling and creative reflection.
Artist Residency
A week-long residency will allow a selected poet or artist to immerse themselves in island life, culminating in a new work that responds to the history, landscape, and people of Inis Bó Finne.
Bilingual Workshops – Island & Mainland
In the lead-up to the event, and on the day itself, family-friendly, bilingual arts workshops will be held both on the island and on the mainland. The resulting creations will be featured along the art trail, fostering connection and collaboration across communities.
Traditional Céilí at the Island Hall
Celebrate the island’s musical roots with a lively traditional céilí. Local and guest musicians will come together to bring the rhythms of Inis Bó Finne to life, inviting all to join in the dancing and joy.
Why It Matters:
Turas Úr champions the Irish language and Gaeltacht identity by integrating Gaeilge throughout the event—from artistic programming to community participation. It is an opportunity to preserve, celebrate, and reimagine Gaeltacht traditions through contemporary creative expression. Aligning with the broader Earagail Arts Festival, this event will also draw cultural tourists seeking meaningful, place-based experiences.
Don’t miss this immersive, heartfelt celebration of creativity, language, and island life.
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