What’s bigger than a Championships day? An All Ireland Championships day — and it’s now time to get your entries in!
The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association Northern Ireland Branch, along with the Irish Pipe Band Association, are delighted to confirm that entries for the 79th All Ireland Pipe Band Championships 2026 are now open on our website.
The All Irelands bring together the cream of piping, drumming, and drum major excellence from across the island — a day of music, rivalry, camaraderie, sunshine (we hope), and the unmistakable buzz that only an All Irelands can deliver!
Saturday 4 July 2026
St Catherine’s Park, Lucan, Co. Dublin
Entries are now open! Full details and syllabus available here
Closing date: Saturday 6 June.
79 years of tradition. One big day!
This historic contest is one of the most anticipated events on our local calendar —and within the beautiful surroundings of St Catherine’s Park, it is going to be a great Championships once again! Showcasing the best talent from across the island and further afield, this is a chance to meet up with friends from both sides of the border, in true JAC-spirit, demonstrating 79 years of tradition, musicianship, cooperation and friendship.
The All Ireland Championships 2026 is organised by the Joint Association Council of The Royal Scottish Pipe Band Association Northern Ireland Branch and Cumann Buíon Píobaire na hÉireann – Irish Pipe Band Association with funding from Comhairle Contae Fhine Gall – Fingal County Council.
