We would like to sincerely acknowledge the financial contributions made by individuals, families, and friends of St.Fachtna's Silver Band. Without your support, it's maintenance would be impossible.
If you would like to contribute to, or join the band, please contact us

Tuesday, 2 September 2025

Food Festival Skibbereen, Sunday 31st August 2025

 It was great to be taking part in the launch on the new Skibbereen Food Festival. Despite the occasional showers the weather held and the crowd grew over the course of the day. Good luck to all those involved and hopefully it will take place again next year.










Wednesday, 27 August 2025

Saturday 16th August, Special Music Event 2025, Skibbereen

 It was great to play in Skibbereen again for our 2nd Special Music Event sponsored by Cork County Council for 2025. The weather was great and we set the atmosphere for the Blues Festival in Skibbereen happening later that day. It was fantastic to see such a good crowd and we hope you all enjoyed the music.













Tuesday, 15 July 2025

Sunday 13th July : Run Skibbereen Event

 It was fantastic to be involved in the Run Skibbereen Event on Sunday 13th July. An Early start for us at 830am but it was a great event with a superb atmosphere of supporters for the 10km and half marathon runners.











Saturday 5th July 2025: South of Ireland Band Championships, Clonakilty

 It was a fantastic day out in Clonakilty for the South of Ireland Band Championships. We entered the Junior Category playing at 930am and then headed out to Scally's Supervalu for 1030am for a short recital. There were many bands out and about from all over Ireland and some visitors from Wales and Scotland too. The Old Time fair was also on adding to the atmosphere throughout the town.

We had a great result coming 2nd again in the Junior Category and our Horn player, Leo, won the Jack O'Mahony cup for best musicianship with his horn solo for The Final Countdown.







Tuesday, 1 July 2025

Skibbereen Saturday 7th June (Sponsored by Cork County Council Special Music Event)

 We had a great day in Skibbereen undertaking the 1st of 2 gigs sponsored by the Cork County Council Special Music event grant. There was a nice crowd, good weather and we created a lovely atmosphere for the passing shoppers and local businesses.

















Friday, 2 May 2025

St Patricks Day Parade, 17th March 2025 in Skibbereen

 A great day to be out in the St Patricks Day Parade in Skibbereen. We took part in the parade through town and then did a short recital outside Wild Ways at Dillons Corner. We also had 3 new members debuting their 1st performance.