A Look Back at Past Rolling Sun Book Festivals

Welcome to a look back at the magic of the Rolling Sun Book Festival, Westport’s vibrant celebration of books, ideas, and creativity. Over the years, this much-loved festival has become a must-attend event for readers, writers, and curious minds from across Ireland and beyond.

Set against the stunning backdrop of Westport, County Mayo, the Rolling Sun Book Festival has welcomed an extraordinary lineup of authors, artists, and speakers. From Ruby Wax to Stephen Rea, Paul Lynch to Colum McCann, and the late Robert Fisk, our past festivals have featured thought-provoking talks, engaging readings, and sell-out performances that entertained, informed, and inspired.

At its heart, the Rolling Sun Book Festival is all about big ideas in a small town — a place where literature meets laughter, and every event sparks conversation. Whether it’s through poetry, politics, memoir, fiction, or film, the festival has always stayed true to its mission: to offer something entertaining, informative, and a little unexpected.

As we continue to grow, we’re proud of the memories made, the connections forged, and the stories shared. Explore our past lineups and relive the energy and atmosphere that make Rolling Sun Book Festival so unique.