Donegal Connect

Event description

Donegal Connect is an online day of celebrating our worldwide connections with County Donegal in discussion, stories and music.

About this Event

Donegal Connect Online 8th October 2020

(All times shown below are IST - Irish Standard Time)

Donegal Connect is an initiative of Donegal County Council Local Enterprise Office and Economic Development Unit who are working in collaboration to deliver this year’s virtual Donegal Connect to audiences around the world.

Donegal Connect is a virtual event that showcases all that is great about County Donegal. The event is aimed at Donegal Diaspora to help them further explore and reconnect with their links to County Donegal. Donegal Connect is also open to those that have no ties with County Donegal, but who are interested in finding out more about the county.

Donegal Connect takes place online on 8th October 2020 has something for everyone. Key themes for this year’s event will include relocating to Donegal, remote working, business innovation, tourism and a traditional Irish music extravaganza.

Virtual Event 1: 10am - 11.30am

Moving to Donegal and Remote Working

Are you thinking about making a move to Donegal – If so, don’t miss our relocating to Donegal and remote working event and find out for yourself why Donegal is a great place to live, work , invest, relocate, be educated or retire to. This event will give an insight into both the opportunities in Donegal and provide practical tips on how to overcome the challenges of making such a move.

Hear about the journey from those who have successfully relocated to the county and take the opportunity to connect with support organizations for anyone considering relocating to Donegal including the Citizens Information Board and Crosscare Migrant Centre.

Virtual Event 2: 2pm -4pm

Showcasing Innovation in Donegal

Showcasing some of the individuals and companies who are based or working in Donegal, developing innovative new practices and companies. This event will chart the journey of a number of individuals who believe innovation is possible no matter the location.

Virtual Reality Tourism Experience

Virtual Event 2 also includes a demonstration of Donegal Tourism Virtual Reality Experience from Emagine Media. If you would like a free pair of Donegal Connect cardboard VR goggles sent to you by post so that you can join the live demonstration online, then please include your postal address when registering!

Virtual Event 3: 6pm - 7pm

Traditional and Contemporary Donegal Music Extravaganza

The traditional and contemporary music session will provide rich entertainment for guests with appearances from three separate bands, all with their own unique style. New York based female super group Cherish The Ladies will perform a blend of Celtic and Traditional melodies. The dynamic Bostonian Irish Devri will play a variety of styles of Irish music, while Donegal’s own and Award Winning Band In Their Thousands will provide an alternative rock genre for listeners.