International Guinness Blues on the Bay Festival Warrenpoint

International Guinness Blues on the Bay Festival Warrenpoint The festival is organised by The Bay Blues Project, a voluntary, not-for-profit project promoting blues music. www.bluesonthebay.com Northern Ireland.

A voluntary, non-profit Annual Music Festival situated in Warrenpoint Coounty Down. As one of Europe's leading blues music festivals, Blues On The Bay features 80+ gigs across 7 days at the end of May. The festival is organised voluntarily by the Bay Blues Project as a not-for-profit event to promote live music and attract international tourism to the Newry & Mourne area. We are please to host our

26th annual festival, taking place from 21st to 27th May 2025. Updates on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and www.bluesonthebay.com

2025 marks our amazing 26th Anniversary! We are delighted to especially welcome Mary Coughlan who will perform at a special commemorative 26th Anniversary concert on 23rd May 2025. Tickets available via www.bluesonthebay.com

The festival is supported by Diageo, local Warrenpoint businesses and Newry, Mourne and Down District Council

The Bay Blues Project

12/06/2026

COURTNAY (With John Giffin) - Early Evening Blues Sessions here til 10.30pm COURTNAY (With John Giffin) - Early Evening Blues Sessions

12/06/2026

COURTNAY (With John Giffin) - Early Evening Blues Sessionshere til 10.30pm

Courtnay (with John Giffin) – Live at No.7 Duke StreetThe Early Evening Blues Sessions are delighted to welcome Courtnay...
10/06/2026

Courtnay (with John Giffin) – Live at No.7 Duke Street

The Early Evening Blues Sessions are delighted to welcome Courtnay (with John Giffin) to No.7 Duke Street, Warrenpoint, for an evening of soulful grooves, blues feeling, and heartfelt musicianship.

Courtnay is a Northern Ireland–based singer, songwriter, and guitarist, delivering a rich blend of soul, R’n’B, and blues with real depth and style. A regular on the Irish blues festival circuit, she moves effortlessly between intimate solo performances and full-band shows, always bringing a strong emotional connection to the stage.

Her voice is deep, velvety, and captivating, shaped by influences ranging from Etta James and Amy Winehouse to the great soul and blues powerhouses who helped define the genre. It sits perfectly in that sweet spot where blues, soul, and modern R’n’B meet, creating performances that are both powerful and deeply personal.

Joining Courtnay on stage is her father, John Giffin, on saxophone and keyboards. Together they share a natural musical chemistry that brings warmth, texture, and spontaneity to every performance. John’s expressive saxophone lines and tasteful keyboard work provide the perfect complement to Courtnay’s soulful vocals and guitar playing.

Audiences can expect an evening filled with blues standards, soulful interpretations, original material, and plenty of musical moments that capture the essence of live performance. Whether delivering a stripped-back ballad or an upbeat groove, Courtnay and John create an atmosphere that is intimate, engaging, and full of character.

With class, soul, authenticity, and a genuine love of the music, Courtnay and John Giffin bring feeling, groove, and heart to every stage they step onto.

Friday 12th June 2026
8.30pm – Admission Free
No.7 Duke Street, Warrenpoint
Early Evening Blues Sessions 🎶

Tonight at No.7 Duke Street Early Evening Blues Sessions, we’re delighted to welcome The Blue 2 – featuring the formidab...
05/06/2026

Tonight at No.7 Duke Street Early Evening Blues Sessions, we’re delighted to welcome The Blue 2 – featuring the formidable talents of Raymie McEvoy and Gareth Hughes.

Expect an evening steeped in authentic blues, soulful grooves and masterful musicianship as this accomplished duo take a journey through the rich traditions of both East Coast and West Coast blues, blending classic sounds with their own distinctive style.

The set will also tip its hat to the legendary Van Morrison, with plenty of Belfast soul, rhythm and groove woven throughout the evening. From laid-back shuffles and smoky blues ballads to uplifting R&B-infused classics, The Blue 2 deliver music with warmth, passion and effortless class.

Join us for a great night of live music, good company and outstanding blues in the heart of Warrenpoint.

The Blue 2
(Raymie McEvoy & Gareth Hughes)

No.7 Duke Street – Early Evening Blues Sessions
Tonight | 8.30pm | Free Admission

Look out for our festival photo gallery coming here very soon! If you also have good live gig shots please tag us here a...
30/05/2026

Look out for our festival photo gallery coming here very soon!
If you also have good live gig shots please tag us here and in Instagram too!
Here was one we captured at California Irish in Concert- International Guinness Blues on the Bay Festival 2026 - the amazing Cormac Neeson featured here !

Check out Terry Hanna Photography page for amazing photo highlights from this year’s 27th Annual International Guinness ...
27/05/2026

Check out Terry Hanna Photography page for amazing photo highlights from this year’s 27th Annual International Guinness Blues on the Bay Festival 2026 !

Was an absolute pleasure to have Ronnie Greer and these wonderful gentlemen perform at this year’s 27th Annual Internati...
27/05/2026

Was an absolute pleasure to have Ronnie Greer and these wonderful gentlemen perform at this year’s 27th Annual International Guinness Blues on the Bay Festival 2026
John Mccullough and Peter McKinney alongside Ronnie, quenched our thirsty ears down at The Whistledown Hotel on Thursday evening !

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