Fleadh Nua (in Irish pronounced as /ˌfʲlʲaː ˈn̪ˠuə/; meaning "New festival") is a festival of Irish culture which has been held annually during May in Ennis, County Clare, Ireland since 1974.[1] It was started in Dublin in 1970.[2] The Fleadh's purpose is to promote Irish traditional music and culture. Activities include music concerts, céilithe (dances), dance workshops and street entertainment.[3]
The Fleadh Nua is organised by Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann.[2] [4] It has expanded to be a nine-day event with events every day for all including Ciorcal Comhrá, Café music sessions, lunchtime concerts, Foinn Seisiún and evening sessions.[5]