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A sweeping view of Bellacragher Bay with the Great Western Greenway snaking through the landscape on its way to Achill. 📷 Courtesy Fáilte Ireland

A great opportunity for artists encompassing a wide range of art forms, arts practices, community engagement approaches and specialist interests, with applications now open to join the Public Art Panel 2025 – 2030. For more information visit mayo.ie/arts/public-ar…

Tune into RTÉ Nationwide this Wednesday, July 30th 7pm, for a special feature on ‘Cuimsiú’ this week, a powerful initiative developed by Mayo Comhaltas to foster inclusivity and belonging within the world of Irish traditional music. ow.ly/TTU050WvVGj

A homecoming for European Para Youth Games champion Damien Moyles will take place at Crossmolina Civic Centre this evening at 6pm. Damien won Gold in the T13 400-metre race, following his Silver medal in the 100-metre sprint. Well done Damien 👏

The annual Bonniconlon Show returns next bank holiday Monday, August 4th. Bonniconlon Agricultural Show & Gymkhana has a jam-packed programme and prides itself on offering something of interest to young and old. For more visit bonniconlonshow.ie

Cyclists crossing the 7 arched Burrishoole Bridge, a beautiful 18th century bridge on the road between Newport and Mulranny 📷 Fáilte Ireland

The Croagh Patrick Ambassador Volunteer Programme is now recruiting new Ambassadors for 2025 This is a great opportunity for those who love the outdoors to meet new people. Learn more about the recruitment drive here: ow.ly/nBLt50WtPBk

What was once land belonging to the Moore family sits Tourmakeady, and a charming waterfall. The waterfall can be accessed through two local walking trails. Visit Coillte’s website for trail info and more: coillte.ie/site/tourmakea… 📷 Fionnán Nester

A highlight of the calendar, the Mayo International Kite Festival takes place this Sunday July 27th Watch the International pros fly kite creations the size of a bus in a thousand colour extravaganza that fills the sky Fun for all the family More: mayokitefest.com

Big time golf was all the talk last weekend with the Open taking place in Portrush. When it comes to golf in Ireland, it's hard to beat the courses on offer throughout Mayo! If you are looking for suggestions simply visit mayo.ie/activities/gol… to see the courses available!

Ahead of this Reek Sunday this weekend, here is a little throwback 30 years to 1995 from @RTEArchives, when Westport introduced the Reek an alternative currency that can be used to pay for local goods and services. Check out the video here: ow.ly/1qam50WtaKA

The closing date for entries to the Wild Atlantic Words short story competition is Thursday, July 31st. Award-winning novelist Eimear McBride is this years judge for the competition as the event returns to Castlebar from Monday October 6th. More info: wildatlanticwords.ie

Covie Week 2025 gets underway today with events taking place up to July 31st! Whether you’re a born-and-bred Covie or simply have a special place in your heart for Westport, this week is for you! Check out the list of events taking place.

The Crossmolina Agricultural Show returns this Saturday, July 26 and this year promises to be bigger and better than ever! With gates open from 7am, it promises to be a fun-filled day not to be missed More: ow.ly/Pr6950WtUoB

Two photos taken in Mayo were shortlisted in the new Source to Sea category at the 2025 Love Your Coast Photography Awards which showcase the Irish coast in all its wonder. More: con-telegraph.ie/2025/07/22/stu…

Unfortunately these events have now been cancelled and will hopefully be rescheduled at a future date.

What an amazing shot of Barrclashcame in the Sheeffrys Mountains looking over Doolough with Mweelrea in the distance. 📷 David Walsh.

Just over a week to go to the annual Síamsa Sráide street festival which takes over Swinford from July 31st to August 6th, with another brilliant lineup of music & events taking place. Check out the full brochure and calendar of events here: siamsasraide.ie

The Michael Davitt Musuem is located in Straide near Foxford. It has displays of the artefacts and personal possessions of one Michael Davitt who fought for Irish people’s rights in the early 20th century. Visit the museum website here: michaeldavittmuseum.ie

Calling all tractors fanatics and budding farmers- Agrikids will be teaching kids how to be farms safe and stay farm safe on Thursday the 24th of July at Castlebar (11.30am) and Charletown (1pm) libraries. All are welcome to come along to these free events!