Remembering the Armada

About The Experience

Annual Armada beach commemoration in memory of 1,100 Armada sailors who died at Streedagh in 1588.

Gathering at Streedagh Beach from 2pm for activities and events followed at 3pm by remembrance parade led by members of the Spanish Navy Band, followed by commemoration at the Armada monument overlooking Streedagh Beach. Includes performance by Sligo Orpheus Choir.

Participation this year by children from Scoil Naomh Molaise who with funding from Clean Coasts have created their own drums from recycled materials.