Brigid’s Cross Workshop
Participants learn traditional craft skills and hear tales about Brigid as they create crosses to take home
~11:00
Imbolc Festival – Ring of Gullion
Féile Íomhulg Chrainn Ghabhlach
Markethill, United Kingdom
Jan 28 - Feb 8, 2026ConfirmedSource
Each year, the Ring of Gullion in South Armagh celebrates Imbolc and St. Brigid's Day with a community heritage festival. Events across the beautiful upland landscape mark the ancient Celtic turning toward spring, in a celebration that honors the old customs of the season and the saint who springs from them.
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Day 5 · Feb 1
Where it happens
Knockany Hill Visitor Centre
Markethill, United Kingdom
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Interest in local crafts
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: moderate.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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REGIONAL COMMUNITY & FOLK LIFE
Imbolc Festival – Ring of Gullion
Féile Íomhulg Chrainn Ghabhlach
Markethill, United Kingdom
Each year, the Ring of Gullion in South Armagh celebrates Imbolc and St. Brigid's Day with a community heritage festival. Events across the beautiful upland landscape mark the ancient Celtic turning toward spring, in a celebration that honors the old customs of the season and the saint who springs from them.
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Jan 28 - Feb 8, 2026Confirmed dates
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Derived from ancient Celtic customs, Imbolc (Irish “íomhulg”) marks the onset of spring, traditionally honoring the goddess Brigid of fire and fertility, later syncretized with Saint Brigid. This festival revives those customs in place, linking geography (hills, rivers) with lore. Activities like cross-making and folk music maintain deep Gaelic heritage in this rural community.
Key moments to know
Day 5Feb 1~11:00Expected
Brigid’s Cross Workshop
Participants learn traditional craft skills and hear tales about Brigid as they create crosses to take home
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Dress for the setting
Waterproof clothing (outdoor events)
Respect local boundaries
Interest in local crafts
Essentials at a glance
Date window
Jan 28 - Feb 8, 2026
Confirmed
City / Area
Markethill
Northern Ireland
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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