What's On in Kildare Events
Whether art, cuisine, music, sport, or tradition: these top events are what make Kildare so special.
It wouldn’t be a trip to the Thoroughbred County without attending one of our world-famous horse racing events. Discover the rich cultural heritage that Kildare has to offer with art exhibitions, family friendly festivals and live music. Kildare’s beloved Saint, Brigid, has an entire festival dedicated to her whilst every town and village will have a special celebration for St Patrick’s Day, a national holiday. And for food lovers, experience the best of Kildare’s producers and chefs at the annual Taste of Kildare festival.
We invite you to discover the creative pulse that makes Kildare such a great place to visit. Start by browsing our list of recommended events or search events by specific dates, regions or interests below.
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Girls Getaway – Stay, Sip & Savour
NaasReady for a well-deserved escape with your besties? Whether it’s a weekend catch-up or a mini celebration, the Osprey Hotel has you covered with great food, wine, and shopping just minutes away. *This package includes: Overnight stay in one of the twin or triple guestrooms Full Irish Breakfast the following morning Afternoon Tea in Herald […]
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Untold Sounds with Seán Ronayne
NewbridgeFresh off the back of a sell-out 2025 Irish tour, Seán Ronayne returns with a fresh new talk – where he’ll delve into never-before-told-stories of Irish wildlife sound, as experienced by Seán on his never-ending ear-driven journeys through the wildest corners of our lands, and beyond. Seán’s wildlife sound collection has surpassed 28,000 recordings, and […]
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The History of Sound
NewbridgeNew England, 1917. Students Lionel and David bond over a shared love of folk music. They begin a passionate romantic relationship, but their time together is cut short when David is drafted into the army. Two years later, Lionel receives a letter from David, asking him to accompany him on a research trip to record […]
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The Keadeen Hotel Wedding Evening Showcase
NewbridgeYour Dream Wedding Awaits at The Keadeen Hotel View our family-owned wedding venue set on 8 acres with stunning manicured gardens for unforgettable photos Beautiful Indoor and Outdoor Ceremony Settings Private Arrival Reception Room with Private Bar & Garden Access Choose one of our Refurbished Banqueting Rooms to host your celebration One Wedding per Day […]
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Derby Friday with Performance by Whistlin Donkeys
NewbridgeA fantastic summer race evening announcing the start of the exhilarating Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby festival! The evening features the Corinthian Challenge race, a very special event in aid of the Irish Injured Jockeys Fund. Watch amateur riders race with passion and purpose, supporting a cause close to the hearts of the Irish racing […]
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Derby Saturday with K Club’s Most Stylish Racegoer Competition
NewbridgeDeby Saturday Includes feature races The Paddy Power Pretty Polly Stakes (Group 1), Airlie Stud Stakes (Group 2) and the legendary Ladies Derby. The stunning Una Healy joins The K Club on Derby Saturday to judge The K Club’s Most Stylish Racegoer competition! Una will be seeking out those who’ve wholeheartedly embraced this year’s dreamy […]
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Departures Audio Tour with Michelle McBride
NewbridgeJoin us at the McKenna Gallery for an audio tour of Kildare Art Collective’s Departures exhibition. Facilitated by contemporary visual artist Michelle McBride, this tour is designed to support inclusive engagement with visual art. It particularly welcomes those who are visually impaired, those who may benefit from literacy-supported access, and anyone interested in experiencing art […]
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Derby Sunday with The Tumbling Paddies and Lead Style Judge Vogue Williams
NewbridgeDerby Sunday Features the absolute pinnacle of the Irish Flat Racing Calendar – the Dubai Duty Free Irish Derby. Nothing matches the thrill, the history and the spectacle associated with this epic race! A must visit day for the racing purist! Style icon Vogue Williams is bringing the glamour to the Dubai Duty Free Irish […]
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Derby Sunday Live Entertainment @ The Keadeen Hotel
NewbridgeJoin us after the track for Live Music featuring Two Guys Live from 7pm in Hotel Lounge area
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Pick your Own Fruit Veg & Herbs Farm Tour
RathmuckDates & Prices Thursday, Friday & Saturdays each week €15.00 per person or €50 per family of 4. This hands on, activity filled tour is ideal for all ages, we guarantee it will engage young and old. See our Working Farm Train Tour of Our Organic Working Farm, exclusive access to parts of the farm […]
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Weber All American BBQ Cooking Course at The Orchard
CelbridgeDate: 2nd July 2026 Time: 6pm Duration: 3 hours At The Orchard, we’re passionate about creating experiences that bring people together. That’s why we’re proud to host Weber’s award-winning grilling experiences, designed to inspire, educate, and elevate every level of outdoor cooking. From Weber’s very beginning, their mission has been to empower people around the […]
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Weber Summer Favourites BBQ Cooking Course at The Orchard
CelbridgeDate: 3rd July 2026 Time: 6pm Duration: 3 hours At The Orchard, we’re passionate about creating experiences that bring people together. That’s why we’re proud to host Weber’s award-winning grilling experiences, designed to inspire, educate, and elevate every level of outdoor cooking. From Weber’s very beginning, their mission has been to empower people around the […]
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Screenprinting Taster- Print a t-shirt or a bag
NarraghmoreFrom Sketch to Screen! ✍️➡️👕 Join Blueway Art Studio for a 1-day Screenprinting Taster! Learn to print your own designs on T-shirts or bags using professional photo-stencil methods. ✅ Beginner friendly ✅ Materials included ✅ Eco-friendly & sustainable
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July Summer Art Camp ages 4-8
Ballymore EustaceJoin us at Ballymore Art Studio for our July Summer Camp 2026, designed for children aged 4-8! From 11am to 2pm over three exciting days, your child will immerse themselves in a creative world, exploring various art mediums while building their artistic skills. Enroll today and let us help nurture your child’s creativity in […]
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July Summer Camp age 8+
Ballymore EustaceJoin us at Ballymore Art Studio for our July Summer Camp 2026, designed for young artists aged 8 and up! Over three exciting days, campers will engage in a variety of art projects using diverse materials, fostering creativity and artistic skills. Our mission is to nurture budding artists in a supportive environment, encouraging exploration and […]
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August Art Summer Camp age 4-8
Ballymore EustaceJoin us at Ballymore Art Studio for our July Summer Camp 2026, designed for children aged 4-8! From 11am to 2pm over three exciting days, your child will immerse themselves in a creative world, exploring various art mediums while building their artistic skills. Enroll today and let us help nurture your child’s creativity in […]
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Taste of Kildare
NaasTaste of Kildare returns on the 15th - 16th of August 2026, at Naas Racecourse with another unforgettable celebration of the county’s vibrant food and drink scene.
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Summer Art Workshop age 8+
Ballymore EustaceJoin us at Ballymore Art Studio for our July Summer Camp 2026, designed for young artists aged 8 and up! Over three exciting days, campers will engage in a variety of art projects using diverse materials, fostering creativity and artistic skills. Our mission is to nurture budding artists in a supportive environment, encouraging exploration […]
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Women’s Irish Open – The K Club
Straffan27-30 AUGUST 2026, The K CLUB The K Club, one of Ireland’s most iconic luxury resorts, will host the 2026 KPMG Women’s Irish Open on their Palmer South Course. The Palmer South course is designed primarily as an inland links course, combining a variety of interesting landscapes with dune-style mounding and dramatic rock features throughout. […]
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Christy Moore Concert
NewbridgeTickets on sale at Ticketmaster at €67.50 per ticket Doors at 7 Show at 8
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NomadÉire Conference — Digital Nomad & Remote Work Annual Gathering
Maynooth|Leixlip|KilcockNomadÉire Conference is an international event taking place in Naas, County Kildare, bringing together digital nomads, remote workers, founders, entrepreneurs, and location-independent professionals. The conference focuses on remote work, business growth, and emerging technologies, with a strong emphasis on practical insights, networking, and collaboration. Hosted at MERITS Co-Working in Naas, the programme includes: Talks and […]
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ConTempo Quartet – Of Woods and Water
NewbridgeHaydn – String Quartet in B flat Op.1 No.1 La Chasse [c. 1757] Judith Ring – Of Woods and Water [2022] Dvořák – Cypresses (selection) [1887] Janáček – On an overgrown path (selection) [1900-1911] arr. for string quartet Beethoven – String Quartet in E flat Op.74 The Harp [1809] Formed in 1995 in Bucharest and based in Ireland since 2003 as Galway Music Residency’s Ensemble in Residence, the ConTempo Quartet is […]
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Crash Ensemble – Everything is Connected by Ed Bennet
NewbridgeFeaturing Nás na Rí Singers Presented in association with Riverbank Arts Centre Crash Ensemble presents Everything is Connected, a bold and inclusive new work by acclaimed Irish composer Ed Bennett, created with collaboration and community at its core. Commissioned by Crash, the project brings together members of the ensemble with local musicians and performers from diverse musical backgrounds […]
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The Illegals with Niamh Kavanagh
NewbridgeIt’s hard to believe that it is 50 years since the world first heard two of the greatest rock albums of all time: One of These Nights by the Eagles and the eponymous Fleetwood Mac which marked the debut of Stevie Nicks and Lindsay Buckingham. For 2026, The Illegals are putting a new show on the road to celebrate […]
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