festivals and fairs tipperary

This family friendly art festival that runs over 4 days in late August on the shores of Lake Derg in the picturesque village of Terryglass is celebrating its 10th year! Over its history, the event has expanded from a small community event to a large festival that attracts attention from all over the island and even some international interest as well. The festival is for any art form especially in the categories of the visual arts, dance, theatre, music, poetry, film, storytelling and performanc...

Cashel Arts Fest provides a series of platforms and opportunities for all sections of the community to engage with the arts in a meaningful way. The festival sees the involvement of people with special needs the young and the elderly as a primary objective....

Historic concert on the Rock of Cashel. This four-day event has something to suit all tastes - family events, Irish music, childrens theatre, craft fairs, art workshop, comedy, street theatre and entertainment....

This community event welcomes people from far and wide to come and take part in all the enjoyable activities including the Family Fun Day and the selection of the 2008 Queen of the Galtees. There will also be a live open concert of the very popular Irish rock band Aslan. To top that all off there will be a spectacular display of fireworks on the closing night of this four day event....

This more intellectual festival is for all who are of the literary persuasion with writing competitions, workshops, readings and other literary related events. The beautiful village of Dromineer as it sits on the shores of the Lough Derg make for an ideal spot to provide anyone with the perfect inspiration for their literary works....

This festival takes place in the medieval castle in Cahir and has many exciting events to keep all who arrive fully entertained with a farmer’s market, a slow food banquet, a culinary antiques road show, a classic car picnic at the Swiss Cottage and there will also be some old fashioned storytelling as well. There is a public lecture on "The Social Archaeology of Meat Consumption in Early Medieval Ireland" as well for those interested in a little bit of Irish history....

Last years Mini Poland Festival in a Festival was such a success they are doing it all again this year with the theme "The Many Voices of Africa". The prime modes of entertainment are drama based but there are still plenty of other forms of activities to keep you amused during the festival.
For nine days the whole town of Clonmel is transformed with a menagerie of flags, banners and along the streets there are stall and street theatre. Inside the pubs and restaurants there are lively ac...

Whether you have been writing for many years or would be interested in taking it up, then this festival is for you. There are readings, workshops and debates on the intricacies of this one of the most creative art forms, with talks presented by both national and international authors of repute. Also includes annual Sterne Lecture and START chapbook competition....

This two day annual festival is an ideal opportunity to explore the Glen of Aherlow and many of the lakes, mountains, rivers, and forestry that form the unspoilt scenery of South Tipperary. There are walks of varying grades so you can either get stuck in with the strenuous climbs or take it easy and work your way up with a few gentler strolls. There are even some non-walking activities being held for those travelling with walkers but do no wish to go walking themselves....

What better way to beat back the winter blues that with a lively and interactive 5 day festival of Irish music, songs and dance. People from all over are welcome to come along and take part in the festivities, including any song writers or composer who would like to find a platform to launch their latest work....