Carlow County Fire & Rescue Service have announced at the Tullow MD meeting December 18th, 2025 their successful application to the National Directorate for Fire & Emergency Management (NDFEM) for capital funding and investment in the future development of the Hacketstown Training & Development Centre.

A Commission Order has been made by An Comisiún Pleanala confirming the Compulsory Purchase Order with Modifications for the above mentioned case.  A copy of the order is available on-line.

The Carlow Comedy Festival 2025 concluded following four successful nights of live entertainment across Carlow town, welcoming over 500 attendees between Thursday 11 and Sunday 14 December as part of Féile Lonrach – Festival of Glow. Delivered across multiple venues, the festival combined nationally recognised comedians with emerging local talent, creating a lively and engaging programme that contributed significantly to the town’s night-time economy while raising funds for the Pan Celtic International Festival 202

Phase one of a revolutionary €8million regional innovation and enterprise hub was launched last night in Carlow called Catalyst HQ. The Catalyst HQ project will provide a comprehensive, integrated support environment for manufacturing, export-focused enterprises and technology-driven businesses.

An Order had been made by An Coimisiún Pleanala determining the above mentioned case.  A copy of the order is available on-line. 

Carlow County Council wish to inform the public of Christmas parking arrangements for Carlow Town Centre for the period of 29th November 2025 to 2nd January 2026 inclusive.

Carlow County Council, in association with Scats Bouncing Castles, is delighted to announce the arrival of Bounceland, a free, indoor family entertainment event taking place at The Exchange, Potato Market, Carlow, on Sunday 21 December and Monday 22 December 2025. The event forms a key part of Féile Lonrach, Carlow’s festive programme of seasonal events and activities.

Carlow County Council wishes to advise residents, visitors, businesses, and road users of the following important notices regarding the opening events for Féile Lonrach – Festival of Glow 2025, taking place on Saturday, 29th November 2025. This year’s festival marks the beginning of Carlow’s seasonal celebrations, bringing family entertainment, music, festive lights, and community spirit to the town centre. Your cooperation is appreciated to ensure a safe, enjoyable, and well-managed event for all.

This December, Carlow County Council Local Enterprise Office, Carlow Library Service, County Carlow Chamber, Carlow Kilkenny Skillnet, and SETU invite you to Festive Fusion: Powerhouse Women Connect on Tuesday, 9th December 2025, at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel, Carlow. This lunchtime event brings the Powerhouse network together for connection, learning, and celebration.

A Magical Month of Festive Fun from 29th November – 24th December 2025

Carlow County Council is delighted to announce the launch of Féile Lonrach – Festival of Glow, Carlow’s brand-new Christmas Festival for 2025. Running from 29th November to 24th December 2025, Féile Lonrach promises a sparkling programme of family entertainment, festive markets, live performances, comedy, creative experiences, and community celebrations across the county.

Get ready to laugh your way into Christmas as Carlow Comedy Festival 2025 takes centre stage this December as part of Féile Lonrach – Festival of Glow. Running from Thursday 11th to Sunday 14th December, the festival brings together some of Ireland’s top comedic talent across Carlow’s favourite venues all in support of the upcoming Pan Celtic International Festival 2026.

Digital 26, a landmark event celebrating innovation in Ireland’s craft and creative industries, will take place on Thursday, 13th November 2025, at The Foundry, Google Offices, Dublin.