Springtime Bluegrass Festival in Spells, Ballaghaderreen: 30 Mar.-1 Apr. 2012

The annual Springtime Bluegrass Festival will be held in Spells, Pound St., Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon, from Friday 30 March to Sunday 1 April 2012, featuring three bands: Gone To Grass, from Galway (Friday, 9.00 p.m.); Woodbine, from Athy (Saturday, 9.00 p.m.); and Colonel Bullshot Rides Again, from Westport (Sunday, 6.00 p.m.). There will also be an open pickin' session on Saturday from 6.00 p.m.

All musicians are welcome; no cover charge over the weekend. Enquiries: 094 9860144; Facebook.