Trad agus Tine is an immersive outdoor cultural celebration combining traditional Irish music, bilingual conversation, and the ancient practice of gathering around fire.
Cruinniú na nÓg is Ireland’s national day of free creativity for children and young people, delivered by Creative Ireland in partnership with local authorities. It is a flagship initiative of the Creative Ireland Programme, inviting every child and young person to participate in a free, inspiring creative experience on one day each year.

Trad Tine at Queen Maeve Square from 5pm – 10pm on 6th June 2026

 

• Free and fully accessible to all young people and families in County Sligo — no ticket, no booking required.
• Celebrates creativity and self-expression through the living tradition of Irish music and dance.
• Provides a vibrant outdoor stage for emerging young traditional artists to perform publicly for the first time.
• Delivers participatory Irish dancing workshops open to all young people and families, welcoming first-time participants.
• Fosters pride in Irish cultural identity while remaining open and welcoming to new communities and newcomers to Ireland.
• Places Queen Maeve Square as a creative community hub and family-friendly evening events space, supporting the Sligo NTE Action Plan.

Cruinniú na nÓg is ‘a lively showcase for local young talent in music, dance, that ‘fosters creativity and self-expression, offering a vibrant stage and inspiring atmosphere for a youth-focused audience.’ Trad Tine’s Cruinniú na nÓg event is designed to fulfil precisely this ambition within the rich traditional arts heritage of County Sligo.