18th Annual Welcome Home Festival

Join us for a magical week of music, memories, and homecoming in the stunning heart of Ballina! 🌊 With the dedicated help of Annette and Martin Logan, the creators of the IRISH IN THE UK TV SHOW, we're unveiling an unforgettable gathering for supporters of the Irish Diaspora.

Why County Mayo?

County Mayo holds a special place in the story of the Irish in the UK as it was here that the TV programme first launched in 2014, aimed at connecting our global community through heartfelt Irish stories. 🌎 Ballina also boasts a unique history as the first town in Ireland to have television, thanks to Padraig Jones, who captured BBC cricket games in 1955!

What’s Included:

• Price: £790/€899 per person sharing
• Single Supplement: £30.00 / €35.00 per night
• Meet & Greet upon arrival
• Seven Nights of Dinner, Bed & Breakfast at the luxurious Great National Hotel, Ballina 🍽️🏨
• Daily Entertainment: Enjoy traditional music and dancing every evening featuring:
  • Johnny Reidy Céilí Band
  • The Annaly Céilí Band
  • The Footappers
• Céilí & Country Dancing: Dance the nights away in both ballrooms 💃🕺
• Treasure Hunt: Participate for fantastic prizes!
• Workshops & Tutorials: Daily set dancing and social dancing sessions 🎶
• Music Sessions: Every day and evening—feel free to bring your instrument!
• Leisure Centre: Relax in the heated pool or unwind at Éidin Spa 🏊‍♀️🧖‍♀️
• Accessibility: Fully wheelchair-accessible rooms to ensure everyone can join the fun!
• Day Trips: Optional excursions to historical and natural wonders 🌄

Don't miss out on being part of this ongoing chapter in our television history—mark your calendars for 2026! 📅

👉 Book Tickets Here
📍 N26, Dublin Road, Ballina, Co Mayo, Ireland