Dates |
Event Name |
Description |
8th - 14th February 2010 |
Snowdrop Week at Altamont Gardens, Tullow, Co. Carlow |
Guided tours of the snowdrop collection and other spring bulbs at 2 p.m. daily. Admission €2.00 for tour. Gardens open as normal during this time 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily. Free admission for viewing. Pre-booking for group tours requested.
T: 059-9159444
E: altamontgardens@opw.ie |
Dates T.B.C. |
Easter Fun Train at Rathwood Home & Garden World, Tullow, Co. Carlow |
Now that Santa and the elves have left, new arrivals in the form of Easter Bunnies are expected. Enjoy train rides, Easter egg hunts, fairytales and fun in the Rathwood forest.
T: 059-9156285
W: www.rathwood.com |
4th - 5th April 2010 |
Ducketts' Grove Easter Craft & Food Fair - close to Carlow Town |
Enjoy Easter fun and entertainment in the magical setting of Duckett's Grove Historic House, Walled Gardens and Pleasure Grounds. Features an Easter Bonnet Competition, Easter Treasure Hunt, children's activities & demonstrations of traditional crafts.
T: 059-9130411
W: www.carlowtourism.com |
9th May 2010 |
Carlow 2010 Ford Escort Challenge - throughout Co. Carlow. Headquarters of the event: The Lord Bagenal Hotel, Leighlinbridge, Co. Carlow |
T: John Meaney 086-8146842 www.mk2challenge.com |
5th - 12th June 2010 |
Carlow Golf Open Week - outskirts of Carlow Town |
One of the most enjoyable things about the start of summer is Carlow Golf Club Open Week which features plenty of prizes, team spirit and a friendly welcome.
T: 059-9131695
W: www.carlowgolfclub.com |
6th June 2010 |
Carlow Regatta - River Barrow, Carlow Town |
One of the oldest rowing festivals in the country celebrating its 151st year in 2010. Attracts entries from all over Ireland. Eights, quads & scull racing from 9 a.m -6pm
T: 059-9131179
W: www.iaru.ie |
11th - 20th June |
Eigse Carlow Arts Festival - Carlow Town and surrounds |
Éigse Carlow Arts Festival is one of Ireland’s finest annual multi arts festivals featuring a highly acclaimed programme of visual art, theatre, dance, music, craft, comedy and family events. Éigse continuously presents works that are innovative and challenging and its visual arts programme in particular has made a significant contribution to the local, national and international cultural landscape.
T: 059-9140491
W: www.eigsecarlow.ie |
11th - 13th June |
The International Gordon Bennett Vintage Rally |
Annual Gordon Bennett Rally commemorating the original 1903 Gordon Bennett Cup Race. Organised by the Irish Veteran and Vintage Car Club. Will feature over 200 antique, veteran and vintage cars pre-1930. Headquarters of the event: Mount Wolseley Hotel, Spa & Country Club, Tullow, Co. Carlow
T: Declan Grogan 059-9131337
www.gordonbennett.ie |
5th - 9th July 2010 |
Rose Week at Altamont Gardens, Tullow, Co. Carlow |
Great opportunity to view the superb collection of roses in Altamont Gardens. Guided tours each day at 2 p.m. Admission €2.00 for group tour. Gardens open as normal during this time 9 a.m. - 7: 30 p.m. Free admission for viewing. Pre-registration of group tours requested. T: 059-9159444
E: altamontgardens@opw.ie |
11th July 2010 |
South Eastern Vintage Machinery Club Annual Rally, Ardattin, Co. Carlow |
Display of vintage machinery - tractors, cars, trucks, etc.plus general memorabilla & threshing demonstrations. Novelty tractor activities and fun for all.
Contact Bernie Byrne 087-6874027 |
31st July - 8th August 2010 |
Carlow Floral Festival Trail - throughout Co. Carlow |
Floral fun and facts with gardening and floral workshops by some of Ireland's most respected gardening personalities. Now in its 9th year the festival is widely recognised as the South East's premier gardening event with a collection of 16 different gardening attractions.
T: 059-9130411
W: www.carlowtourism.com |
1st August 2010 |
Ducketts' Grove Country Fair - near Carlow Town |
Enjoy Summer fun and entertainment in the magical setting of Duckett's Grove Historic House, Walled Gardens & Pleasure grounds. Features large craft & local artisan food fair, display and plant sales area, treasure hunt & lots more.
T: 059- 9130411
W: www.carlowtourism.com |
1st - 2nd August 2010 |
Graignamanagh/Tinnahinch Regatta & Rowing Festival - River Barrow at Graignamanagh |
2 days of rowing, swimming, diving, cot racing, competitions plus novelty events i.e. rope across river, diving for plates, open to all.
Contact Ted Duff 087-6371949 |
1st August 2010 |
King of the Barrow, River Barrow, Carlow Town |
A one day coarse angling festival hosted by Carlow Coarse Angling Club. Fishing will take place on the River Barrow at Carlow Town.
T: Gerry 085-2844566 |
15th August 2010 |
Tullow Agricultural Show, Coppenagh, Tullow, Co. Carlow |
One of the most established agricultural shows in the country. Tullow Show has something to interest both rural and urban visitors, both young & old. Features food & craft halls, trade stands, competitions in horses, ponies, cattle, sheep, art and much more. A great family day out.
W: www.tullowshow.com |
21st - 29th August 2010 |
Heritage Week - throughout the county |
Week of indoor and outdoor events celebrating the rich heritage the county has to offer & to promote awareness of our built, natural & cultural heritage. Activities range from fairs, night time bat walks, wildlife tours & lectures to music recitals, historical re-enactments, & outdoor activities.
T: Carlow County Museum 059-9131759
W: www.heritageweek.ie |
12th September 2010 |
Fenagh Steam Rally, Fenagh, Co. Carlow |
Steam engines, vintage tractors, vintage cars, steam threshing, tractor pulling, ploughing by steam, plenty of side shows, fun for all the family
T: 059-9727233 |
19th September 2010 |
Rosdillig Vintage Rally & Steam Threshings, Rosdillig, Borris, Co. Carlow |
23rd vintage rally displaying working machinery. Parade of vintage farm engines.
T: Elaine Stanley 087-7751895 |
17th - 19th of September 2010 |
Graiguenamanagh Town of Books |
Ireland's leading sellers of antiquarian, second hand, bargain & specialist books will set up shop in this charming medieval river town. Country food & craft fair plus book reading.
T: 059-9724246
W: www.booktownireland.com |
21st - 23rd September 2010 |
National Ploughing Championship Cardenton, Athy, Co Kildare |
3 day national ploughing finals with over 300 competitors & 21 competitions. Large indoor trade area.
T: 059-8625125
W: www.npa.ie |
8th - 10th October 2010 |
Carlow Autumn Walking Festival |
Great opportunity for beginner, experienced or advanced walkers to enjoy the challenge of Carlow's mountain treks or its peaceful rivers & forests. All walks lead by local knowledgeable guides. T: 059-9130411
W: www.carlowtourism.com |
30th October 2010 |
Halloween at Duckett's Grove Historic & Walled Gardens |
Duckett's Grove Historic House is a unique venue in which to celebrate Halloween - expect to be scared, excited and delighted with magic spells, ghost stories, halloween treats & much more.
T: 059-9130411
W: www.carlowtourism.com |
14th - 21st October 2010(Provisional Dates) |
Feile an Fhomhair Autumn Festival |
Bi-Lingual enviromental festival featuring ceilis, art & enviromental exhibitions, traditional storytelling & singing. W: www.glorcheatharlach.ie |
11th - 12th December 2010 |
Duckett's Grove Christmas Craft & Food Fair |
Enjoy Christmas fun in the magical setting of Duckett's Grove. Features Santa Grotto, Live Nativity scene, local artisan food and craft fair, Christmas carols and lots, lots more.
T: 059-9130411
W: www.carlowtourism.com |
