Tedfest – Fr. Ted Festival 2027
The Fr. Ted Festival on Inis Mór
Tea and sandwiches and all of the usual high jinx activities are being prepared for the Annual Fr. Ted Festival – Tedfest. The 2027 Tedfest will take place in early March from Thursday 4th March to Sunday 7th March 2027 with events taking place Inis Mór (Inishmore).
This festival will either completely baffle you or make you want to up sticks and head for ‘Craggy Island” for a few days of completely off the wall madness! The festival celebrates (if that is the right word!) the cult TV series Father Ted, and as anyone familiar with it will know that means madness, mayhem and total chaos are not just inevitable but desirable. 2027 is expected to see original cast members Fr Damo (Joe Rooney) and Eoin McLove (Patrick McDonell) in attendance.
Planned events (though who knows what will actually happen) include Buckaroo and Movie Charades, a Jesuit Country & Western Hour, Priests v Nuns Beach Volleyball. Oh, and of course the annual Lovely Girls Competition!
Tedfest Highlights
Whether you’re a priest, nun, or just a devoted fan of Father Ted, the lineup is heavenly.
Friday kicks off with the legendary Craggy Island Céilí, where you’ll relive the parish hall dances of the 1950s. On Saturday morning, shake off the cobwebs with the iconic Craggy Cup, a priests-vs-nuns beach soccer showdown—leisure vestments and habits required! That afternoon, brace yourself for I’m a Priest, Get Me Out of Here, set in Craggy Island’s subtropical Jurassic Jungle.
Evenings bring unforgettable entertainment, including Saturday’s Las Vegas Disco hosted by Spinmaster Father Billy Dwyer. And don’t miss Sunday’s grand finale: Jurassic Park: The Director’s Cut, with Extra Dinosaurs! Dress as your favourite prehistoric creature or film character.
With events like Ted’s Got Talent, The Lovely Girls Contest, and Buckaroo World Championships, there’s something for everyone.
A taste of what to expect at Tedfest
Tedfest: The Main Events
- The Craggy Cup, refereed by Fr Damo (Joe Rooney)
- Blind Date with Eoin McLove (Pat McDonnell)
- The Lovely Girls Contest
- Ted’s Got Talent
- Buckaroo Speed Dating
- The Badminton Lovely Horse Trials
- Human Buckaroo
- The Dark Caves Rave
- The Reverse Wheel of Death
- The Tea-Lay Derby
- The Priests Dance Off
- The World Buckaroo Championships
Tedfest (Craggy Island) Map
All activity will take place at the Aran Islands Hotel on Inis Mor which has the space to accommodate the Music Stages, the Craggy Craic Den and full extended line-up.
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About the Fr. Ted Festival
The Fr. Ted Festival which is popularly known as Ted Fest, is an annual celebration of the life of comedian Dermot Morgan and his 1990’s cult TV sitcom Father Ted created by Graham Linehan and Arthur Matthews. The event sees large numbers of fans take to the islands, most dressed as characters from the show. The event involves taking part in many themed events associated with the comedy series including fancy dress, five-aside football (nuns against priests), toilet duck comedy awards, buckaroo speed dating, lovely girls contest and A Song For Europe.
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What are the top tips for attending the Tedfest Fr. Ted Festival?
- Book Early: Secure accommodation as early as possible, even before the crack of dawn. Register for wristbands and get a program upon arrival to avoid getting lost.
- Stay Open-Minded: Embrace the chaos and quirky events — Tedfest is a celebration of all things unconventional!
- Be Night-Savvy: Bring a torch and reflective gear to navigate Inis Mór’s dark paths at night.
- Get Involved: Join the fun by participating in events. Register your interests with The Blue Nuns in advance.
- Dress Warm: March is chilly on Inis Mór. Layer your costume with thermal underwear and cozy socks.
- Carry Cash: There’s only one ATM on the island. Avoid being caught short by bringing enough money.
- Ferry Prep: Arrive at Rossaveal ferry port with time to spare and a sense of humor for the wait.
- Pack Essentials: If camping or staying in a hostel, bring supplies like toilet paper and instant noodles.
- Form a Dream Team: Befriend Father Ted superfans to dominate the quiz and win the title.
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