The Guinness Singing & Swinging Pubs Competition

For over 50 years this competition has been an integral part of the Fringe Festival. This unique and entertaining contest involves most of Wexford’s pubs and bars and provides a stage for many of the areas most talented singers, comedians and musicians as well as visiting opera singers.

Each pub is rated on its performance over a 30 minute period when they are judged in a wide variety of categories. The Guinness Singing & Swinging Pubs is a great way to meet new people, learn new and old songs, hear accomplished musicians, have fun and see some genuinely talented performers and all for the price of a pint! On the night of the competition each venue is packed to the rafters and an early arrival is advised to get a good spot. Audience participation is a must and these are events are not to be missed!

Can I download the Guinness Singing & Swinging Pubs Schedule?

Yes. A PDF version is available by clicking on this link (188kb PDF).