A weekend of traditional music, set dancing, song and open air activities organised by Comhaltas Ceoltóirí Éireann

This unique festival brings together economists, financial analysts, journalists and other specialists to discuss issues that are affecting all our lives. What’s different here is the serious people are joined by comedians who help keep the discussion in layman’s terms so we can all understand what they’re talking about! As it says in the brochure “it’s serious but it’s great fun too!”

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A social dancing festival with tuition Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday morning and dancing to live bands in the evenings. Gala dinner on Thursday night.

Savour Kilkenny is a festival with a true community heart run by a voluntary committee of Kilkenny people who are passionate about food. Growing it, making it, cooking it, sharing it and eating it – all are celebrated each year in a jam packed programme. 

We’re lucky to have an exceptionally vibrant and creative food culture here and Savour Kilkenny is a chance to throw open our doors and invite you to join the party and enjoy it with us. 

Join us for a week-end of culinary experiences, celebrity chef demos, food stalls and much more!

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This agricultural show dates back to 1826 and is one of the largest in the country.

Showcases the best of livestock, poultry, produce and crafts, as well as featuring showjumping.

Held annually in Piltown, Co Kilkenny

Venue: The Showgrounds, Piltown, Co. Kilkenny

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This exciting festival takes place over two weekends and the intervening week.

The festival offers a spectacular variety of events, in Kilkenny City and County, to suit all ages and tastes including art, crafts, classical, jazz, world and traditional music, poetry and book readings, street performances, outdoor plays and workshops... Just be there!!

Programme available early July from the booking office. Book early to avoid disappointment.

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This annual event offers a weekend of live music in the pubs and on the streets of Thomastown, Co Kilkenny.

International comedy festival of great renown. Don’t stay at home – have a laugh!

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Entertainment on the streets of Kilkenny. Parades at various locations in the City and around the County. 

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