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Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter Literary Festival Poetry Competition

Competition opportunity. Deadline: 2026-08-21

Type
Award
Organizer
Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter Literary Festival
Deadline
21 August 2026
Where
Ireland
Compensation
€150 and the runner-up €100, plus three highly commended cash prizes
Disciplines
Not stated

About this opportunity

The Letterkenny Cathedral Quarter Literary Festival is hosting its 2026 Poetry Competition with the theme "New World." Five shortlisted poets will be invited to read their work at the festival, with prizes including €150 for the winner and €100 for the runner-up. The competition is open to poets over 18 from the island of Ireland or resident in Ireland, with free entry.

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