This April, Carlow’s Lower Tullow Street will pulsate with the vibrant rhythm of Streetfest – a dynamic series of family-friendly street events designed to celebrate our community spirit, culture, and the richness of our local businesses. More than just an event, Streetfest represents a movement to bolster our local economy while indulging in the finest offerings Carlow has to offer.
Events
Friday, 5th April 2024, 9.00am to Saturday, 8th June 2024, 11.59pm
Saturday, 11th May 2024, 3.03pm to Thursday, 19th September 2024, 3.03pm
Bike Week is a celebration and promotion of all that’s great about bikes and cycling. From free bike checks to fun cycles, heritage cycles, electric bike races, school cycling events, bike festivals and road races there’s lots to enjoy during Bike Week in Carlow. There is something for every age and ability.
T: 059 - 913 6247
E: carlowsportspartnership@carlowcoco.ie
W: https://carlowsports.ie/bike-week/
Friday, 31st May 2024, 4.49pm to Monday, 3rd June 2024, 4.49pm
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. This historic route offers visitors many interesting and scenic locations in the region, while celebrating and discovering, “The Race that saved Motor Sport”.
T: 086-2625999
E:info@gordonbennettclassic.ie
W: www.gordonbennettclassic.ie
Wednesday, 5th June 2024, 12.00am to Sunday, 9th June 2024, 11.59pm
The festival displays a vibrant programme of events featuring a dynamic range of entertainment and arts and transforms Carlow into a cultural hub.
Grounds of Carlow College, College Street, Carlow Town.
E: info@carlowartsfestival.com
W: www.carlowartsfestival.com
F: https://www.facebook.com/CarlowArtsFestival/
Saturday, 27th July 2024, 2.00pm to Saturday, 3rd August 2024, 2.00pm
The Carlow Garden Festival is a wonderful opportunity for budding and experienced gardeners and nature lovers to obtain practical advice from a range of informative workshops while visiting the many beautiful gardens in the county. With gardens in full bloom and with the majority of gardening work completed, the festival is the ideal time to relax, admire the work of others and make gardening plans for the coming months and year ahead.
Saturday, 17th August 2024, 4.41pm to Sunday, 25th August 2024, 4.41pm
Each year, Heritage Week kicks off on the third weekend of August and runs until the end of the following weekend. Many national and hundreds of local community organisations participate by organising events throughout the country
E: mail@heritagecouncil.ie
W: heritagecouncil.ie