PROGRAMME
FOUR DAYS OF FESTIVAL FUN
There is something for all ages and tastes at St. Patrick's Festival Kilkenny! Expect a mixture of free and ticketed events, including live music, walking tours, family entertainment, highlight events and the St. Patrick's Day Parade!
March 14th -17th 2026.
Event announcements January 2026!
TAKE PART
TAKE PART
Whether you’re a local community group, a marching band from abroad, a group from our twinned towns or a theatrical group from anywhere, come spend St. Patrick’s Day in Ireland and take part in St. Patrick’s Festival Kilkenny. St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated all around the world, but there is nothing quite like celebrating it in Ireland!
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KILKENNY TRADFEST
Kilkenny Tradfest
Taking place alongside St. Patrick's Festival, Kilkenny Tradfest brings you live music, ceol agus craic each afternoon & evening. With headliner gigs and a free Music Trail throughout the city it's a great way to experience Irish culture from day to night.
KILKENNY TRADFEST
WATCH BACK
TAKE A LOOK BACK
Thinking about coming to visit us or just in the mood to reminisce. Take a look back at St. Patrick's Festival Kilkenny's past. From festival live streams and our 2021 online Parade to incredible performances by Irish musicians. See what St. Patrick's Festival Kilkenny is all about!
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YOUR Visit
Kilkenny Awaits
Everything you need to know about planning your trip to Kilkenny, Ireland for St. Patrick's Festival Kilkenny 2025! Visit Kilkenny during the festival or extend your stay and check out the fantastic history, culture, and outdoor activities on offer!
PLAN YOUR VISIT
IRELAND'S ANCIENT EAST
EXPLORE IRELAND'S ANCIENT EAST
We love to welcome visitors from all over the world to our beautiful county here in Kilkenny. But while you're here why not make your next stop one of the surrounding counties and enjoy the sites of Ireland's Ancient East.
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