About

Féile Oriel, established in 1969, celebrates the rich musical heritage of Monaghan and beyond.

Our 2025 festival promises to deliver a truly special experience, blending rich traditions, world-class performances, and unforgettable moments for all!

Peter Street - Main Stage Saturday Night

Bow Brothers - Main Stage Sunday Night

RTE radio one Arena with Sean Rocks

Listen back to RTE radio one Arena with Sean Rocks as the three fiddlers supreme Niall, Stephen and Cathal perform and talk about Feile Oriel

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Our 2025 Elders of Fiddling Awards

We wish to acknowledge their life-long commitment to traditional Irish music

Sean Montgomery being presented with his Elders of Fiddling award by Noreen Boyle

Eugene Meehan centre and Padraig McGovern accepting the Elders of Fiddling award on behalf of Bryan Rooney by Liz McGuinness

Cathal Hayden accepting the Elders of Fiddling award on behalf of Shiela O’Dowd by Noreen Boyle

Dinny Leonard being presented with her Elders of Fiddling award by Liz McGuinness

Rose Flanagan being presented with her Elders of Fiddling award by Noreen Boyle

Connie O’Connell being presented with his Elders of Fiddling award by Liz McGuinness

Our 2025 Mullan Fiddler of Oriel Winners 🏆🎉

A massive congratulations to Aoife Farren. Winner of the under 15 Fiddler of Oriel competition.

A massive congratulations to Hayley Holly. Winner of the 15-18 Fiddler of Oriel competition

A massive congratulations to Maebh McGlinchey. Winner of the Over 18 Fiddler of Oriel competition

The Guinness, the fiddle,

the place is the middle of Oriel