Dun Laoghaire Prepares for Uke Invasion

Thousands of ukulele fans from Ireland and abroad will descend on Dún Laoghaire later this month for the annual Ukulele Hooley.

The Hooley, which is now in its 13th year, will see a line-up of top international ukulele players as well as homegrown enthusiasts. It runs from Saturday, August 24th to Sunday, August 25th.

Once again, the highlight of the two-day festival will be the free concert in the People’s Park, Dún Laoghaire, on Sunday, August 25th, which attracts thousands of fans.

The 2024 Hooley, which is supported by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, will feature workshops, the UKE Factor Competition, Saturday Afternoon Stage – Eblana Cabana, The Bus Busk, Open Mic and The Big Concert and Jam in the People’s Park.

The Hooley will see ukulele performers from Hawaii, the home of the ukulele, Ireland, the UK, US, Germany and Belgium.

Amongst the top performers on the bill for Ukulele Hooley 2024 are: