Still thinking about entering the Ballinasloe Battle of the Bands 2026? Time is ticking, and we want to see YOUR band battle it out on the Fair & Festival sound stage on Sunday, October 4th!
Prize Breakdown:
1st Place: €500
2nd Place: €350
3rd Place: €150
How to Enter:
Record a 1-minute video performance of your band.
Email it with your band name & contact details to bands@ballinasloeoctoberfair.ie
Deadline: Monday, September 21st!
(Open to musicians from Ballinasloe & surrounding areas)
The Ballinasloe Horse Fair is held annually in Ballinasloe, the second largest town in County Galway, in the western part of Ireland. It is one of Europe’s oldest and largest Horse Fairs, dating back to the 18th century.
Contact us
Email: info@ballinasloeoctoberfair.ie
Phone: 087 2071869
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