- Traditional Music Festival (30 January–2 February, Killeshandra): A weekend celebration of traditional Irish music in the lakeside town of Killeshandra, known for its history of hosting county fleadhs, featuring sessions, performances, and community gatherings.
- St Patrick’s Day Celebrations (17 March, county-wide including Cavan Town and Ballyjamesduff): Parades, music, and cultural events honouring Ireland’s patron saint with community festivities across towns and villages.
- Cavan Arts Festival (14–17 May, Cavan Town): An annual event showcasing live arts, performances, and activities in various venues around Cavan Town, including a big top tent for family-friendly entertainment.
- County Fleadh Cheoil (June Bank Holiday weekend, Cavan Town): The County Cavan traditional music competition returns to Cavan Town after nearly 30 years, featuring competitions, concerts, and céilís organised by local Comhaltas branches.
- Moynalty Steam Threshing Festival (likely August, Moynalty): A long-running heritage event displaying vintage machinery, steam engines, and rural traditions with demonstrations and family activities.
- Ed Reavy Traditional Music Festival (likely October, Cavan Town): A festival honouring the renowned Irish-American composer Ed Reavy with performances across venues in Cavan Town.
- Virginia Pumpkin Festival (likely October Bank Holiday weekend, Virginia): An autumn event centred on pumpkins, featuring competitions, parades, and family-oriented activities in the town of Virginia.
- County Cavan hosts a range of annual cultural and heritage events focused on traditional music, arts, and community traditions; many recur yearly, with exact 2026 dates to be confirmed closer to the time.
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