med store investeringer og nye initiativer og ser frem til et brag af en 50-års jubilæumsudgave af festivalen.
The reformed Bothy Band have unfortunately been obliged to cancel their Tønder Festival concert because of serious illness.
One of the founders of Ireland's Bothy Band, Dónal Lunny, recently went through a major operation and will need time to recover. This means that the Bothy Band must cancel and defer all their planned engagements for the summer of 2024, including the Tønder Festival concert.
The Bothy Band have sent this communiqué:
"Founder member of the Bothy Band, Dónal Lunny, has recently undergone major surgery
that will require a lengthy recuperation. This will prevent the Bothy Band from fulfilling the
concerts planned for the summer and autumn of 2024.
We are mindful of the many people who were looking forward to the band’s performance at
Tønder Festival. The members of the Bothy Band very much regret that we are obliged to
cancel all concerts for 2024, but the recovery of Dónal comes first.
We are hopeful that we can re-schedule concerts for 2025.
We would request that people respect Dónal’s privacy as he works towards recovery."
Tríona ní Dhomhnaill
Matt Molloy
Paddy Keenan
Kevin Burke
Paddy Glackin
Seán Óg Graham
Maria Theessink, artistic director at Tønder Festival, says, "I find this cancellation very distressing and I hope that we will see the band at Tønder Festival next year. We wish Dónal a very speedy recovery."
Tønder Festival 2024 was a great success despite the severe weather, which challenged guests, artists, and volunteers alike. However, the atmosphere remained high, and it became an unforgettable experience for everyone who attended. Don’t miss the 2025 festival, where we will once again gather for a fantastic weekend filled with music, community, and celebration!
David Ritschard, along with Tim O'Brien and Jan Fabricius, have canceled their performances at Tønder Festival due to illness.
Already this year, the new egg cartons will be used to serve the local delicacy, solæg, which is one of the festival’s most beloved and traditional dishes.
Our audiences will be pleased with the extra treats in store when Tønder Festival celebrates our 50th year.
