Brigit: Dublin City Celebrating Women Announces 2026 Headline Acts
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The fifth annual Brigit: Dublin City Celebrating Women festival, a city-wide party of women’s voices and creativity inspired by the Celtic goddess Brigid, will take place from Friday, January 30th to Monday, February 2nd, 2026. This year’s festival will feature headline performances by Dublin singer-songwriter Gemma Dunleavy and Donegal blues guitarist Muireann Bradley. https://www.dublin.ie/en/events/brigit-dublin-city-celebrating-women
Brigit Festival & the Goddess Brigid
The festival honors Brigid, a critically important figure in Irish mythology. Historically, Brigid was associated with inspiration, healing, poetry, smithcraft, wisdom, and protection. https://www.mythopedia.com/celtic-mythology/gods-goddesses/brigid/ The timing of the festival, coinciding with the imbolc season, traditionally marked the awakening of nature and a time for new beginnings.
Brigit x District Concert Series
The headline performances will be part of “Brigit x District,” a two-night concert series in partnership with District Magazine. The concerts will be held at Abbey Presbyterian Church on January 30th and 31st, 2026.
Gemma dunleavy
Gemma Dunleavy will open the festival weekend with a headline performance in Dublin. She gained recognition in 2020 with her popular track, Up De Flats. https://www.rte.ie/culture/music/2020/1218/1186441-gemma-dunleavy-up-de-flats/ Dunleavy’s music frequently enough reflects her Dublin upbringing and experiences.
Muireann Bradley
On Saturday, January 31st, Muireann Bradley, an 18-year-old singer and guitarist from Ballybofey, county Donegal, will take the stage. Bradley is known for her acoustic fingerpicking style, drawing inspiration from early country, Piedmont blues, and ragtime blues. https://www.rte.ie/culture/music/2023/1124/1414441-muireann-bradley-donegal-blues-guitarist/ She has quickly gained recognition for her notable guitar skills and authentic blues sound.
What to Expect from Brigit 2026
Brigit 2026 promises a diverse programme of events, including performances, talks, workshops, and large-scale cultural experiences throughout Dublin. The festival aims to provide a platform for women’s voices and celebrate their contributions to Irish culture. Further details on the full program will be announced closer to the event.
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