Cruinniú na nÓg

A free day of youthful creativity is taking place on Saturday June 10th, 2023. We're currently working on delivering a programme across Donegal that represents what young people want. We asked young people across the County for ideas of what they'd like to do, see or try by asking online and in our Culture Division Venues. Here's what they had to say. 
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The Young People of Donegal have spoken!
Find out what they have suggested for Cruinniú na nÓg 2023 HERE

Wainfest 2022 was a little different this year but we still had amazing fun! 

This year Donegal County Council’s Culture Division celebrated 26 years of Wainfest, our children’s arts and book festival.  
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Wainfest 2022 launched it's programme full of events for schools and families on Friday 23rd of September. However tragedy struck the core of County Donegal just as it was about to begin, and as a mark of respect to the community in Creeslough events were postponed. ​
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Pupils from 5th & 6th class of St. Colmcille’s Primary School, Letterkenny Pictured with David Fisher of Oakfield Park, Maria Coleman, Cathaoirleach Cllr. Liam Blaney, Senior Executive Librarian Donna Cavanagh and County Librarian and Divisional Manager, Eileen Burgess.

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Across County Donegal       
Over the years we've introduced thousands of young people to their favourite authors and illustrators.
Our selection of performers have influenced, inspired and motivated children across Donegal and all the while having great fun.
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See for yourself by checking out our videos below.

Nestled in the rugged and beautiful landscape of Donegal, there are lots of reasons to visit...
#wainfest
Photo credit: Paul McGuckin

A huge thank you to all our extensive list of Funders and Partners.
Find out who here.  

We could keep this website purely for festival stuff but why should we?
We have so much going on all year!