A Unique Blend of Irish, Culture & Craic in Southwest Donegal   27th - 29th November 2026   Do you have a grá for the Irish language and enjoy comhrá with other Gaeilgeoirí? Join us at Carrick Gate for a special weekend of Gaeilge, culture and craic in beautiful Southwest Donegal. Whatever your level of Irish, you'll have the opportunity to relax, explore and enjoy the company of fellow Gaeilgeoirí in an immersive but informal setting. With Irish-speaking hosts and Gaeilge woven throughout the weekend, it's a chance to chat and have the craic in Irish while enjoying one of Ireland's most spectacular coastal areas.      Your Weekend   Friday 27th November   Arrival and check-in at Carrick Gate Settle in and make yourself at home for the weekend Saturday 28th November   8.30am - 10.30am - Breakfast at Carrick Gate 11.00am - 12.30pm - Ciorcal Comhrá 1.00pm - Trip to Glencolmcille Folk Village, with lunch and guided tour Afternoon - Scenic journey through the area 6.30pm - Dinner at The Rusty Mackerel  8.00pm - Ceol, craic & comhrá Sunday 29th November   8.30am - 10.30am - Breakfast 11.00am - Check-out 11.15am - River walk 12.30pm - Tea/coffee, scones and goodbyes at Carrick Gate   The Full Weekend Package - €220 per person   What's Included   Two nights' accommodation at Carrick Gate Breakfast Saturday & Sunday Transport to and from weekend activities Glencolmcille Folk Village guided tour & lunch Dinner at The Rusty Mackerel Tea, coffee & scones Gaeilge, culture, scenery and plenty of craic throughout the weekend   Want to make a longer stay of it? Stay Sunday night for just €40 extra per room.     Book Your Place   Places are limited and are available by direct booking only.   To reserve your place, call us on 086 811 2292 or email jessica@carrickgate.com.