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This Saturday, April 11th Ireland's Folk Sensation, Onóir will be preforming live at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel.
Onóir are a modern Irish male folk group, who sing harmony-focused songs and musical arrangements. Formed in August of 2020, when four individual, Donegal-based musicians; Tom McHugh, Declan Gaughan, Deane Connaghan, and Diarmaid McGee, joined forces to create a contemporary version of the famous Irish folk ballad; “The Auld Triangle”.
Onóir are currently touring their brand new theatre show across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, and are also on tour in The USA during the month of August 2024. Their self-titled, debut album was released on March 3rd 2024 and is available to purchase via their Bandcamp page.
Tickets €35 + booking fee available at Hotel Reception 059 914 2002 or Eventbrite
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This Saturday, 11th April 2026, Carlow County Council, in association with the Pan Celtic Festival, is proud to announce the return of Streetfest. This vibrant celebration promises to transform Lower Tullow Street into a hub of cultural activity and family entertainment marking a high point in this year’s festival calendar.
The event features a comprehensive lineup of attractions designed to engage visitors of all ages. From 12:00pm to 4:00pm, the street will host interactive creativity stations including professional face painting and balloon modelling. The atmosphere will be further elevated between 1:00pm and 3:00pm as stilt walkers and iconic cartoon characters circulate through Tullow Street, offering unique meet-and-greet opportunities for families and festival-goers.
Throughout the day, a wide array of attractions will be fully operational, including a classic Carousel ride, a Land Train, and a dedicated gaming zone featuring a Boom Ball shooting gallery, carnival games, and giant "4 In A Row." A professional PA system will ensure the festival remains lively with a curated music selection and regular event updates.
In addition to the family-oriented fairground, the festival honours its Celtic roots through the Pan Celtic Busking Competition, which will fill the air with live music. For those looking to experience Carlow’s evening economy, the Heineken Pub Trail will offer a guided journey through the town's best-loved establishments.
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Carlow Arts Festival 2026 - First four shows announced! 🎉
In the lead-up to this year’s Carlow Arts Festival (28th May - 1st June 2026), Carlow Arts Festival will be revealing the programme in stages - announcing four shows every two weeks, building towards their full programme launch.
They are thrilled to share details about the first four shows:
A spellbinding performance from renowned musical artist Camille O’Sullivan, the outdoor spectacle BLOCK by UK company Motionhouse, Spanish company La Mecànica’s immersive and interactive theatre experience A Teen Odyssey and Céilí Afro Dabke Ukraine, a participatory global gathering on the dance floor.
Expect bold ideas, unexpected encounters, and work that spans theatre, music, visual art, and beyond.
🎟️ Tickets and full details for each show are now available, early booking is recommended. Visit carlowartsfestival.ie for more information.
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