What is Cowboys and Heroes?

Cowboys and Heroes is Ireland’s n°1 Country Music and Americana festival with top Irish and American Country acts along with Western horse shows, American cars, line dancing, jiving, 5 bars, a food village, western clothing, camping, glamping, and lots more.

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Where is the festival on?

Cowboys and Heroes takes place in an idyllic 50 acre western themed ranch called Drumcoura City, located just outside of Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim, Ireland. With lake views, forest trails, and the region’s largest arena, there is no better setting. Find us on Google Maps by searching “Drumcoura City” or using Eircode N41YD92

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When is the festival on?

Cowboys and Heroes 2026 takes place from the 29th of March to the 1st of June (June Bank Holiday).

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How much do tickets cost?

A limited number of weekend tickets are on sale for just €112 (booking fees may apply). This will cover you for all the performances over the 4 days. Weekend tickets are only available in advance from www.tickets.ie. Day tickets are also available for €40 from tickets.ie. To avoid disappointment, please purchase your tickets in advance. If day tickets are not sold out, they will be available for sale in outlets in The Poor Scholar and Jackie’s Bar, Main Street, Ballinamore. Pay what you can on our Make a Wish Monda,y where all proceeds go to the charity.

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Where can I get tickets?

Weekend and day tickets can be purchased exclusively through www.tickets.ie

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Are Tickets/Wristbands transferable?

At the gate, weekend and day tickets will be redeemed for wristbands. These wristbands cannot be shared. If the seal of the wristband is broken, it is void and entry shall not be permitted.

 

Can large groups be accommodated?

For booking large groups please contact our office on (071) 964 57 81 or info@cowboysandheroes.ie. If you have a stag, hen or birthday you are looking to celebrate at Cowboys and Heroes, give us a call and we will do our best to accommodate. We do not arrange accommodation.

 

What are the opening/closing times?

Gates open to the event on Friday, the 29th of May at 6 pm. Campervan/caravan owners and campers can arrive from 1 pm in the afternoon to get settled in.

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Opening/closing times are as follows:

• Friday 6pm-2am

• Saturday 1pm-2am

• Sunday 1pm-2am

• Monday 1pm-9pm

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Can I bring my children to this event?

Children under 12’s have free admission, but this is not an event for children from the evening on. We encourage all families to attend our family day on Monday, where all gate proceeds go to Make a Wish. Due to licensing laws, all persons under 18 must be off the premises by 9pm. No person under 18 will be admitted without a parent or guardian.

 

What is the situation with parking?

Parking is €20 for a weekend pass or €10 per day. You will be directed to a space upon arrival. Spaces are limited.

 

Can I camp?

Yes, you can. Camping is €30 per person for the 4 days. Camping wristbands will be provided. 

 

What’s on apart from the music?

o Western horse shows and Barrel Racing Competition.

o Late bars until 2am - 5 themed bars and our infamous Saloon

o American cars will be there all weekend o Line dancing demos, lessons with Declan Flannigan

o Best dressed cowboy/cowgirl competition!

o Amusement rides and children's entertainment (Monday only)

o Fantastic variety of food with everything from barbecue to southern chicken dishes

o Western Clothing by Ariat

o Country Disco with David Harrington until 2.30am

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How do I get accommodation?

For a full list of accommodations and further details, go to the accommodation tab. Accommodation is in short supply. Our best recommendations are glamping (booked out), campervan parking, or pitching a tent under the stars of the campsite

 

What facilities are provided at the campsite/campervan site, and how much do they cost?

Campervan spaces are €70 plus booking fee for the weekend. There are no daily rates. The campsite is €30 per person for the four days. We also provide chemical toilet disposal facilities. There is a limited number of campervan spaces on the hard surface beside the yard. Once these have been filled, lakeside spaces will be available. There are no electrical hook-ups of any kind, and while there is a water supply, we ask that campervans arrive with full tanks of water. Shower facilities will not be provided.

Parking is €20 for the weekend or €10 per day.

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We are here for you. Please get in touch if you are still having issues.

 

Contact info@cowboysandheroes.ie

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