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25 March 2025

Preparing for the Celts – Carlow a home of International Celebration of Celtic Culture.

The Pan Celtic International Festival is set to return to Carlow from April 22nd to April 26th, 2025, bringing together the six Celtic nations – Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Brittany, Cornwall, and the Isle of Man – for a spectacular celebration of music, language, dance, and cultural heritage. With a dynamic programme of events, performances, and competitions, this year’s festival promises to be a highlight of the cultural calendar with the Highlights programme launched today 25th March 2025.

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19 March 2025

ShopLocalShopCarlow Digital Campaign: A Free Opportunity to Boost Your Business & Showcase Carlow in 2025

In an effort to support and promote local businesses, Carlow County Council , Carlow Chamber, Carlow Tourism, and Network Ireland have launched the ShopLocalShopCarlow Digital Campaign. This initiative aims to enhance the online presence of retailers, hospitality businesses, and service providers across Carlow at no cost, offering them an unparalleled opportunity to reach new customers and strengthen their digital marketing strategies.

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18 March 2025

Empowering Rural Entrepreneurs: Hub Start & Hub Grow Launch at Station House, Hacketstown

Carlow Community Enterprise Centres, in collaboration with South East Technological University (SETU), Carlow County Council – Local Enterprise Office, and Wicklow County Council – Local Enterprise Office, is delighted to announce the launch of two transformative business support programmes—Hub Start – Rural Enterprise Start-Up Programme and Hub Grow – Enterprise Growth, Innovation & Leadership Programme. Both initiatives are designed to empower rural entrepreneurs and business owners with the knowledge, skills, and networks to succeed in today’s competitive market. Taking place at Station House, Hacketstown, these programmes will provide structured guidance, expert mentorship, and access to key enterprise supports, strengthening Carlow’s rural business ecosystem.

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21 January 2025

Environmental Grant & Tidy Towns Grant Schemes 2025

Applications are invited from County Carlow Tidy Towns / Development Associations and Residents Associations who are engaged in or intending to engage in community environmental works or anti-litter initiatives in their localities.