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About Big John's Bar
Big John's Bar is a grassroots music venue in Sion Mills, Strabane. Bring your own PA, mics and instruments.
Big John's Bar books Traditional irish, Folk acts. Both original music and covers are welcome. This listing is part of the Strabane venue directory.
Big John's Bar is a village pub on Melmount Road in Sion Mills, roughly three miles south of Strabane in County Tyrone. It hosts a monthly traditional Irish music session that draws local players and visiting musicians, with singers joining in as well. The pub publishes its listings through its Facebook page rather than a website.
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119 Melmount Road, Sion Mills, Strabane, BT82 9PY
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BYO all equipment — PA, mics, and instruments. For venues with gear provided, see the Strabane venue directory.
Big John's Bar books Traditional irish, Folk. Both original music and covers are welcome. Browse artist profiles by genre on GigXchange.
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119 Melmount Road, Sion Mills, Strabane, BT82 9PY. See the map below for directions. Browse more Strabane venues nearby.
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