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In the heart of Co. Antrim nestled between the major towns of Ballymena and Magherafelt lies the village of Portglenone. The village rests along the banks of the River Bann, which has been immortalised by countless artists and writers down through the years.
It is here in this idyllic setting that the 10th “Gig’n The Bann” Cross Community Music and Dance Festival will take place from the
2nd - 6th September 2009. This festival is quickly becoming one of the major events on the Summer Festival Calendar having built a reputation for offering a most impressive line-up of top performers spanning Traditional, Scottish and Folk Music circles.
Latest News
Beoga are Back!
16 February 2009
After a great performance a few years back Beoga are back again in 2009 playing in the concert on the Saturday night. They have done so much since their last time at the Gig, including world
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Red Hot Chilli Pipers to arrive by Helicopter
01 September 2008
The Rooney Family
06 July 2008
The Rooney Family will appear on the Ann O'Brien Tribute stage at the Factory on the Sunday night. This is a young talented group from Co. Down.
Richard Toadie Todd
02 July 2008
Richard Toadie Todd and The Bread Bag Bandits(Jim Shakers Allen and Robbie Brown) will play at the gig this year on the Friday night in the Bethel Temple.
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Pure Blarney
02 April 2008
Pure Blarney are back again this year to open the Gig 'n the Bann on the Thursday night. They have gone from strength to strength since they were formed in 2003 and are now a 6 piece group w
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