The Outing Queer Arts Collective & Winter Pride Festival 2026

Valentine’s Weekend | 13th–15th February 2026 The Inn at Dromoland, Co. Clare, Ireland

Ireland’s most unique celebration of queer culture returns for Valentine’s Weekend 2026, blending matchmaking, music, drag, arts, and community joy in the heart of rural Ireland.

Festival Overview

Now a beloved fixture on Ireland’s LGBTQ+ calendar, The Outing & Winter Pride Festival brings together people from across Ireland and beyond for a weekend of queer arts, romance, performance, and heritage.

Set in the stunning surroundings of The Inn at Dromoland, on the grounds of the historic Dromoland Castle, the 2026 edition will feature:

  • Queer Céilí & Matchmaking Events With a twist on traditional Irish matchmaking—welcoming all identities and orientations.

  • Drag Cabaret & Live Performances Featuring Ireland’s top drag artists, musicians, DJs, and spoken word performers.

  • Queer Market & Craft Fair A vibrant showcase of LGBTQ+ makers, artists, and small businesses from across the country.

  • Workshops & Talks Covering topics from queer rural life to creative expression, well-being, and activism.

  • Film Screenings & Visual Arts Curated queer cinema and pop-up exhibitions from emerging Irish LGBTQ+ artists.

  • Inclusive Social Spaces From afternoon tea and karaoke to late-night dancing and chill-out lounges.

Key Themes

  • Connection, Celebration, and Inclusion

  • Rural LGBTQ+ Visibility

  • Queer Heritage Meets Contemporary Culture

Organisers & Community Roots

The Outing Queer Arts Collective produces the festival in collaboration with The Outing Winter Pride, Limerick Pride, and QuareClare, all proudly volunteer-led organisations committed to uplifting LGBTQ+ voices across rural Ireland.