With the final countdown underway to next weekend's Heart of Castlebar festival, tickets have now sold out for Sunday's Foody Tour - however, a limited number of tickets for Saturday's tour remain and festival-goers are advised book now to avoid disappointment. A new addition to the Heart of Castlebar Festival, Foody Tours is an exciting tapas-style food trail showcasing some of the best local produce and unique food and drink Castlebar has to offer. Saturday's tour begins at 11am, visiting five venues around the town, and will last approximately 3.5 hours. Tickets are €35. To book, contact Siobhan Foody on 087-1203297 or email siobhanfoody@gmail.com.

On Saturday next, July 5, the heart of the county town will come alive with music, heritage, children's events, food trails, street entertainment and much, much more at the fourth annual Croí Chaisleán an Bharraigh festival. This popular event is a not-to-be-missed event for locals and visitors alike, with street stalls, top class musicians and entertainment for all ages creating a great atmosphere in the town centre. Also taking place over that weekend is the Fleadh Cheoil Chonnacht and the International Four Days' Walks festival ensuring Castlebar will be alive with the sights and sounds of craic agus ceoil with visitors from around the globe.