Clonakilty will once again be in festival mode as it hosts this years South of Ireland Band Championships on July 6th. The Cork town will show why it is one of the most hospitable, colourful and best fun towns in Ireland as it welcomes over 40 Bands to their competition and festival.

As the event grows year on year to now be the biggest Band championships in Ireland, and indeed attracting international Bands. All Bands will park their competition ambitions and actively ensure that we all enjoy the festival weekend. Where the Lourdes Band looks forward to meeting all our friends once again.