Gordon Bennett Classic Road Run
Carlow Co. Carlow, IrelandThis four-day event and fun run takes place over the June Bank Holiday covering the counties of Laois, Carlow and Kildare, all three of which were chosen for the original 1903 race.
This four-day event and fun run takes place over the June Bank Holiday covering the counties of Laois, Carlow and Kildare, all three of which were chosen for the original 1903 race.
One of the oldest rowing festivals in the country celebrating its 166th year in 2025. Eights, quads and scull racing from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
The festival displays a vibrant programme of events featuring a dynamic range of entertainment and arts and transforms Carlow into a cultural hub.
The Festival of Writing and Ideas will mark its 13th year in 2025, bringing a weekend of stimulating dialogue and discourse.
Join Lisnavagh House as Chapterhouse Theatre Company brings the bard’s beloved tragedy to open air venues across the country in timeless style this summer.
Des Willoughby Promotions Presents Country Fest 2025 at Rathwood. Following it's phenomenal success in previous years, Country Fest at Rathwood returns to the Rathwood Big Top […]
Carlow proudly hosts the XXVI Columbanus Day celebration from July 11th to 13th, 2025. This significant occasion honours St. Columbanus, one of Ireland's most influential early missionaries, recognised for his contributions to the spiritual and cultural foundation of Europe. Columbanus was born in Carlow, in the shadow of the Blackstairs Mountains.
The Carlow Garden Festival showcases Carlow’s outstanding collection of gardens, from historic estates to modern landscaped marvels, garden centres and forest parks all brimming with seasonal beauty.
Week of indoor and outdoor events celebrating the rich heritage the county has to offer and promoting awareness of the built, natural and cultural heritage.