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20 Oct 2025

In Pictures: Fantastic country music weekend with Michael English in the Abbey

Donegal Town's Abbey Hotel hosted the weekend of country music starring Michael English and a great selection of musicians and singers

Country Music Singer Michael English and special guests entertained music lovers and dancers over the weekend at the Abbey Hotel, in Donegal Town. Click on the arrows to see Siobhan McGowan's photos:

On Friday night Gerry Guthrie and his band kicked off the night, followed by the main man himself Michael English.  Stuart Moyles entertained in the late bar.

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On Saturday afternoon in the Abbey Bar,  Michael English was joined by local musicians for a two hour Trad Session. Jack Keogh took to the stage on Saturday night, followed by Michael and local musician Kieran McAree played in the late Bar. Large crowds in attendance over the weekend.

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On Sunday the music continued with Afternoon Dancing in the Abbey Ballroom from 3pm.

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