Howth Guinness, Oyster & Music Festival Feb 27th – March 1st 2026
We’re back for the 2nd year!! Oysters, and Music Like Never Before!
After the huge success last year Howth Guinness, Oyster & Music Festival: “ALL SHUCKED UP” is set to return to the coastal fishing village just outside Dublin, this vibrant festival offers a mix of incredible live music, mouthwatering seafood, and the iconic taste of Guinness. Best of all, it’s mostly free!
A Festival to Savour
Howth, famous for its seafood bars and restaurants, created this festival celebrating three of our favourite things: Guinness, oysters and music. The Abbey Tavern will host The East Coast Oyster Shucking Championships and the Oyster Master Class with Oyesome. Restaurants and bars alike will all be serving the best tasting oysters with their own signature dishes.
We have 7 unique music venues with 7 different vibes scattered across the village and the stunning Howth hill. With 2 ticketed headline shows at the historic Abbey Tavern and one at The Summit Inn, this festival promises an unforgettable weekend. Imagine strolling from gig to gig, soaking in the village’s charm, much like going to Electric Picnic but with no ticket required for most events. We even have Camper Van parking available at the nearby Suttonians Rugby Club.
Prepare for a stellar lineup, featuring:
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80s legends Leslie & Flo in their new show Natural Women (Abbey Tavern). Fri at 8pm. €25 from tickets.ie
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Multi-platinum artist Betty Boo plus support (Summit Inn). Sat at 7.30pm. €22.50 from tickets.ie
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One of Ireland’s greatest ever male voices – Jack Lukeman (Abbey Tavern). Sun at 7pm. €35 from tickets.ie
The East Coast Oyster Shucking Championships will be a qualifier for the National Oyster Shucking Championship with guest MC Marcus O’Laoire. (The Abbey Tavern). Sat at 7pm. €11 from tickets.ieThe Howth Oyster Shucking Championships will be a qualifier for the East Coast Oyster Shucking Championship (The Abbey Tavern). Sat at 2.30pm. This event will be FREE ADMISSION for anyone who wants to go and watch.
Family Friendly Howth Coastal Foraging with Nicole Dunne of Howth Foraging. Sat 2pm. €10 from Howthforaging.ie
Oyster Master Class with Oyesome – Chef and Oyster expert Sarah Browne will give a 1 hour workshop on Sunday 2pm in the Abbey Tavern. Limited Places. €45 from tickets.ie
The Golden Oyster Hunt – follow us on social media to find out about this awesome challenge. Two lucky winners will get to bring 3 pals with them for a free Guinness and oyster experience in all 7 music venues.
25 Free Gigs & Sessions – For fans of live music we have fantastic free events:
Acoustic Shows on The Garden Stage at The Harbour Bar with Shobsy, The Kickbacks, Seamus Harty, Sam Earlwood, Dogs, Paul McDonnell.
Rhythm & Blues on the Smokin’ Stage at McNeill’s with Colm Skwirbat, Crazycrow, Lighting Phil and the Sinisters, Bree Harris Band.
Jazz at Wrights-Findlater with Richie Buckley Organ Quartet, Bobby Mc sings Sinatra, Des Hopkins Dixieland Jazz Band, Lee Meehan Organ Trio.
Bluegrass Sessions at O’Connells with Yum Yum Old Time String Band, Whistle, The Blue Light Smugglers.
Rock on the Phil Lynott Stage at The Bloody Stream with Martina & The Moons, The Savage Hearts and 4 Bands on the Up featuring “Telekura”, “And He, The Fool”, “Taylor Byrne & The Lavender Scare”, “DC Dolls”
Plus, enjoy performances by The Howth Gospel Choir with special guests and don’t miss the grand finale, The Last Shuck featuring Paul Byrne, The Guilty Party and friends.