The Armagh Fusion Festival will see various acts come together to create a fantastic, immersive event.
Armagh City is to host an incredible two-weekend mega-festival in 2022, with performances from the likes of Ryan McMullan and Beoga.
The festival will take place throughout February. It will form part of a major celebration of the city’s rich history, heritage, and culture.
Bringing together over 30 performers, organisations, and venues, Armagh Fusion Festival is one you won’t want to miss.
Celebrating one of Ireland’s oldest cities – a one-of-a-kind event
In August 2021, the UK City of Culture accepted Armagh City, Banbridge, and Craigavon’s bid for the coveted 2025 title.
The city is the only one in Northern Ireland to compete for the title this year. It was confirmed in October 2021 as one of the eight longlisted applications.
As part of the city’s bid for the title and acting as a celebration of its rich heritage, history, and culture, Armagh will host a three-weekend mega-festival in 2022.
The festival will take place over two weekends. From 24 March to 3 April 2022, this festival will mark a new, unique, and exciting event highlight for the region.
Various exciting events, including performances from big-name acts such as Ryan McMullan and Beoga, are planned. Cabaret-style circus performances and powerful artistic light installations will also take place throughout the festival.
Armagh to host two-weekend mega-festival – an increasingly popular destination
As the ‘oldest city on the island of Ireland’, Armagh boasts over 7,500 years of history for visitors to discover.
Armagh Fusion Festival will join the city’s long list of exciting heritage events showcasing the best of the city.
Award-winning events, such as the Armagh Food and Cider Festival are a must-visit. Meanwhile, the Home of St Patrick and Georgian festivals have cemented the city as a tourism hotspot in recent years.
The Georgian city is also famed for its fantastic historical sites, such as St Patrick’s Cathedral and the Navan Centre and Fort.
What to expect – an exciting new festival
The two-weekend mega-festival set for Armagh will have something for all ages.
Lord Mayor of Armagh City, Banbridge, and Craigavon Borough Council, Alderman Glenn Barr, spoke about the upcoming event.
He said, “A city steeped in history, heritage, myth and legend, Armagh has been a home for creative exploration, thought, and artistic expression for over seven millenniums.
“I’m thrilled and excited to be announcing a milestone 2022 event that will celebrate what an iconic destination this is.”
“Our bid to be UK City of Culture 2025 shows just how determined and proud we are to showcase, celebrate, and share our accelerated cultural renaissance and this flourishing destination’s importance with the world.”
Funding from Tourism Northern Ireland – an exciting new event for Armagh
Armagh Fusion Festival 2022 is supported by Tourism Northern Ireland’s Covid-19 Market Led Product Development Programme.
John McGrillen, Tourism Northern Ireland’s chief executive, said that he has “no doubt” that the festival will create new exciting reasons to visit the city.
He said, “As Ireland’s oldest city, Armagh and its surroundings hold iconic status.
“Renowned for its rich heritage, stunning architecture and remarkable history, the Cathedral City is a compelling destination.
“I have no doubt that the addition of the Armagh Fusion Festival to the festival programme for 2022 will create new and exciting reasons to visit for those keen to experience this bustling city and surrounding countryside.”
For more information, visit www.visitarmagh.com/armaghfusionfestival.
