Lá an Logha translates as ‘Day of Indulgence’ and is arguably one of the busiest days in the Erris region.

A traditional fair day has been held in Belmullet on this day – August 15 – for as long as the locals can remember.

This fair day involves stalls and markets all over the town and the streets are usually overflowing with people, especially emigrants from the area who have come home for a holiday.

Other events that take place in Erris around August 15 include the popular Doolough Beach Horse Racing in Geesala and the annual pilgrimage to St. Deirbhile’s Well in Fál Mór.