A year-long programme of events

Ballina 2023 marks 300 years since the formal establishment of the town by O’Hara, Lord Tyrawley in 1723 with an exciting, year-long programme of events for all to enjoy.

Our programme includes events like Mayo Day 2023, the Mayo.ie Western People Women’s Mini-Marathon, Connacht Fleadh & Festival, ‘Communities Creating Change’, an International Climate Conference in partnership with the Mary Robinson Centre, a spectacular Macnas Community Parade, live music performances, arts, cultural and sports events and much, much more!

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2023: A year of celebration

Honouring the past, celebrating the present, inspiring hope for the future

In 2023, Ballina will mark 300 years since its formal establishment.

This tercentenary offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the people of the town to create and participate in an exciting, inclusive year-long programme of events that will leave a solid, meaningful legacy for the future.

Ballina 2023 will honour the past, celebrate the present and inspire hope for the future

From spectacular signature events, to neighbourhood street parties, it will be a time to connect, to celebrate and create a bright new future.

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Coming up next

RHA West Exhibition – runs until October 20

Ballina Carers’ Support Group Open Information and Family Fun Day – Saturday, September 30

Ballina Dragon Boat Club Community Open Day – Sunday, October 1

RHA West Masterclass by Blaise Smith RHA – Thursday, October 12

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BE PART OF IT!

Join our Volunteer Programme

Ballina 2023 has a Volunteer Programme in place in partnership with Mayo Volunteer Centre and Volunteer Ireland.

There are lots of opportunities to volunteer across the year, from stewarding at events like the Mayo.ie Western People Mini-Marathon, Mayo Day, the Connacht Fleadh, or the Macnas Parade. Training and event briefings will be provided.

There are also opportunities to assist with marketing, PR, communications, podcasting, content creation and graphic design.

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Be part of it!

Join us and help shape our year of celebration

Ballina 2023 will be for, of and by the community. Everyone will have an opportunity to participate, to contribute to and participate in our year of celebrations.

Learn how you can get involved

RISE: The Ballina 2023 Legacy Programme

Making a long term impact

RISE: The Ballina 2023 Legacy Programme is designed to deliver a lasting, long-term benefit to the town, by empowering and building capacity within the community.