festivals and fairs kildare

This rock affair is rapidly becoming the premiere annual event on the island. With more than 100 of the hottest bands, artists and DJs from around the globe are coming to this most spectacular festival in the Curragh. The line-up hasn't been announced yet...

An international festival which celebrates the poetry and writings of Gerard Manley Hopkins in a rich and diverse contemporary artistic environment....

Heritage festival with re-enactment of two viking raids, falconry displays, rare viking horses, major crafts fair, early Irish living history village, raft race, viking funeral, warrior competition, parades - and much more. This festival usually takes place in the summer....

The festival is centred in Kildare Town but groups also perform at other locations throughout the county. Kildare is on the main Dublin to Cork road and is easily accessible by train and bus....

This 8 day festival takes place in JUNE, full of entertainment for all. The programme of events consists of a wide range of activities from the Hayden Lecture Series, Art Exhibitions, poetry recitals, theatre, mornings with a difference and a variety of free concerts performed on the Square, Kildare Town along with face painting fun, leading up to a weekend of classic racing at the Curragh....

This Spring festival takes place in May....

This festival takes place in May, with the now famous Theatrical Pub crawl, fishing competitions, art exhibitions, heritage and cultural displays and street entertainment....

The Water Festival is a two day event designed to encourage people to enjoy the river, canal in all its aspects. Activities include heritage , boats, hovercrafts, canoes, raft races, rowing , puppet shows, heritage workshops, quiz , safety and rescue demonstration....

Our festival runs over a 5 day period, which incorporates events for members of the family. It includes open air concerts, arts and crafts, historical display, family day and many more....