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7 Hills Blues Festival returns Friday 31st July- Sunday 2nd August 2026. Join us in Armagh for a weekend of blistering blues.

20/05/2026

The 7 Hills Blue Fest 2026 Programme is LIVE! 🎶

Check it out here ➡️ visitarmagh.com/7hills

With an amazing line-up of over 40 gigs across venues in Armagh City, this is a weekend of music that you don’t want to miss! ✨

🗓️ Friday 31 July – Sunday 2 August

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06/05/2026

The 7 Hills Blues Fest is back this summer! 🎷🎶

Get ready for three unforgettable days of FREE live music and family fun as 7 Hills Blues Fest returns to Armagh City from Friday 31st July – Sunday 2nd August 🎤

With 40+ gigs across 15 venues, street acts, artisan markets, and family entertainment, this is a celebration of music that you don’t want to miss! ✨

Mark your calendars and find out more here ➡️ https://bit.ly/4uA0q1W

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26/03/2026

Save the date!

We are delighted to announce that we will have over 40 FREE gigs across 15 venues at this year's 7 Hills Blues Fest 2026. Friday 31st July to Sunday 2nd August.

Acts include; CrowBlackChicken The DAVY K Project Mark S Black Delta Fuse Mr Castle Blues Band Rusty Jacks Ben Reel Marty Rafferty Music Zac Mac Music Rob Strong Band LIVE Lee Hedley Blues Band Alan McKelvey Music Allison McGrath Music Allison Mcgrath The Stonecold Hobo Villiers And The Villains

More bands in the comments section

Full festival programme coming soon!

24/03/2026

Save the date!

We are delighted to announce the 14 venues who will be supporting this year's 7 Hills Blues Fest.

Armagh City Hotel The Hole In The Wall Bar Armagh The 4th Wall Armagh Railway Bar Armagh The Toby Jug Bar - Armagh Mckenna's Bar Devlins Bar Red Neds Bar Devlins Bar Uluru Bar & Grill Charlemont ArmsHotel Hughes Bar & Venue Keegans Bar Armagh Raffertys Cúchulainn Bar Armagh

We have a bandstand on Market Street (Friday/ Saturday) and stage at the Artisan Market in Shambles Yard (Saturday).

Full festival programme coming soon!

03/03/2026

The Home of St Patrick Festival is coming to Armagh city with music taking centre stage 🎶

With an exciting mix of concerts, live sessions and interactive music experiences across Armagh, there’s something for every music lover to enjoy!

Find out more & secure your tickets here ➡️ bit.ly/MusicHOSP

The Home of St Patrick Festival runs from 10th - 18th March 2026 – don't miss out ✨

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04/08/2025

🎶 What a Weekend! 🎶

We had an amazing time at 7 Hills Blues Fest 2025 - thank you to everyone who came out and made the weekend so special 💙

A huge shoutout to all the incredible performers and welcoming venues who brought the blues to life and made the festival such a success!

We’d love to hear what you thought! Share your feedback by filling in this short survey ➡ bit.ly/4oojz4C

Until next time! 🎷🌟

03/08/2025

It’s the final day of 7 Hills Blues Fest 2025! 🎷🌟

This weekend has been absolutely amazing, and there’s still one more day to soak up the live music, food, and fun in Armagh City 🎶

Live performances kick off from 2.30pm today, so grab your friends and family and head into the city to be part of the final day buzz 🎤

Check out the full Sunday line-up here ➡ 7hillsblues.com

02/08/2025

Come down to 7 Hills TODAY for FREE family fun, artisan markets, live music & more! 🎉

Saturday 2nd August is packed with entertainment for all ages as part of the incredible weekend, the festival runs until tomorrow - Sunday 3rd August! 🎶

Here’s what’s happening across Armagh City today:

🛍️ Artisan Market at The Shambles (11am–5pm) – Discover local gems like Ballydown Milk, Nice Buns, Wild Shore, Taylor Wood Crafts & more!

🎈 Family Fun – Face painters & balloon modellers will be creating musical magic for the kids all day long!

🍦 Street Food on Market Street (11am–5pm) – Grab a bite from J’s Donuts, Simply Crêpes, McDonald’s Ice Cream & more.

🎵 Live Music & Street Entertainment (10.30am–5pm) – Enjoy tunes from MD Rafferty School of Music buskers and quirky walkabout acts like the Sally Sod Trio and Steampunks.

🎨 Art on the Rails (11am–5pm) – Browse original artwork from talented local artists with Armagh Art Club.

🚶 Music Trail – Follow the trail of music symbols across the city centre, with each stop located at a participating retailer. Complete it and get a little treat! 📍Starting/End Points: 7 Hills Blues Festival Information Stand, Market Street, and the Artisan Market information point at the Shambles Yard.

Check out the full line-up ➡ 7hillsblues.com

With 40+ gigs across 15 venues in Armagh city weekend, there’s something for everyone 🤩

Armagh City, Banbridge & Craigavon Borough Council Urban ABC

31/07/2025

7 Hills Blues Fest starts TOMORROW! 🎶

Get ready for a full weekend of incredible live music across Armagh City and it all starts Friday 1st August!

Look out for fantastic performances from CrowBlackChicken, Banshee Band, Ben Reel Band, Lee Hedley Blues Band, Two Time Polka, The Bluez Katz Blues Band, The Frank Carbery Blues Band & more performing across venues throughout the city 🎷

Check out tomorrows full line-up here ➡ 7hillsblues.com

This is just the beginning of a weekend packed with over 40 free gigs – don’t miss it! 🌟

31/07/2025

In Armagh for the 7 Hills Festival this weekend? Discover the city’s story with two unforgettable guided tours 🗺️

👣 Armagh City Walking Tour
📅 Friday 1st & Saturday 2nd August | 🕑 2pm

Step through centuries of history in the heart of Armagh. Discover myths, legends and panoramic views – all brought to life by your expert guide 🌟

🏛️ Guided Tour of the Archbishop’s Palace
📅 Sunday 3rd August | 🕑 2pm

Step inside this stunning neo classical building, usually closed to the public. Learn about its fascinating past and enjoy the vibrant works of local artist JB Vallely on display 🖼

Book now to secure your place ➡️ VisitArmagh.com/walkingtours

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Market Street
Armagh
BT617BW

Telephone

+443300561023

Website

http://www.7hillsblues.com/

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