Saturday 16 August | 12noon-1pm
Atmospheric folk with intricate harmonies and storytelling.
SATURDAY LUNCHTIMES LIVE IN THE PARK | POLAR BOLERO ACOUSTIC DUO
Saturday 16 August | 12noon-1pm | FREE
Join us for a live summer gig on our terrace, where you can enjoy music by fantastic local performers in the beautiful surroundings of Flowerfield Park. Grab your picnic essentials and bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun and relaxation. Please note no seating is provided so please feel free to bring chairs, blankets etc.
About Polar Bolero
Polar Bolero is a Derry-based alternative folk band known for their rich blend of folk, jazz, and Irish traditional music. Usually performing as a six-piece, this special acoustic duo set will highlight the band’s raw musicality, intricate harmonies, and evocative songwriting.
Since their emergence in late 2023, they have built a reputation as one of Ireland’s most exciting new acts, winning the public vote for Live Act of the Year at the NI Music Awards 2023. Their standout performances at Stendhal Festival, Atlantic Sessions, and IMBOLC Folk Festival have solidified their place in the live music scene, with their headline IMBOLC set marking a career highlight. They have also supported Crash Test Dummies, Gareth Dunlop, and Ocean Colour Scene, demonstrating their ability to captivate audiences alongside major names.
Their latest single, The Rain, has received international radio play, resonating with listeners across the Netherlands, Germany, and the USA. Hot Press described it as “gentle, misty, and drizzly,” capturing the band’s signature atmospheric sound.
Now working on their debut EP (set for release in 2025) with Belfast producer Matthew Weir, Polar Bolero continues to carve out a unique space in the Irish music landscape.
For fans of poetic lyricism, immersive soundscapes, and masterful musicianship, Polar Bolero’s acoustic duo promises a spellbinding live experience.
SATURDAY LUNCHTIMES LIVE IN THE PARK
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SATURDAY 19 JULY: Cool Hand String Band
SATURDAY 26 JULY: Northern Ireland Opera
SATURDAY 2 AUGUST: Megan Paul and Andrew Robinson
SATURDAY 9 AUGUST: Ciara Butcher and Natalia Morelli
SATURDAY 16 AUGUST: Polar Bolero Acoustic
SATURDAY 23 AUGUST: North Coast Trad
