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The Cathair na Mart branch of Comhaltas Ceoltórí Éireann recently hosted a two-day féile to commemorate aspects of Mayo’s cultural and heritage, including music, language and folklore. This annual event was centred round the figure of John McGrath from Erris, a famous composer, fiddle player, and teacher of Irish music. McGrath’s contribution to Irish traditional music is largely forgotten by the general public and remembered mostly by the older generation of Irish musicians.

Custom House Studios at Westport Quay is hosting a selection of events on Culture Night this evening.

Westport House, which was designed by the famous architects Richard Cassels and James Wyatt in the 18th century, has been chosen to host the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland’s Annual Architectural Awards 2010 Exhibition.

OctoberSeis is a weekend full of music and live entertainment in aid of Rock Rose House, Mayo Cancer Support Association. The weekend will take place from October 22 to 24 in Westport.

Lá Oidhreachta Chathair na Mart will take place on Sunday August 8 from 2pm to 5pm.

Eighteenth century Westport House, which is now considered to be one of Ireland’s national treasures, is situated in a superbly romantic parkland setting with lake, waterfalls, terraces, and beautiful gardens all overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, Clew Bay, and Clare Island. It provides a backdrop like nowhere else in the world for a couple to celebrate the most memorable and special day of their lives.

A major road traffic management plan will be in place during the five days of the Westport Music Festival from August 6 to August 10.