The inaugural Powerhouse Start Up & Scale Showcase brought together Carlow’s women entrepreneurs for a vibrant morning of learning, pitching, and networking at The Southeast Technology University Carlow. More than 40 founders took part in expert workshops and a live pitch showcase, supported by judges from Powerhouse partner organisations including Carlow County Council’s Local Enterprise Office, Carlow Kilkenny Skillnet, SETU Enterprise Supports, Carlow County Council’s Library Service, and the County Carlow Chamber.

Creative Ireland Carlow and Carlow Arts Office are delighted to announce that the Creative Communities Initiative is now open for applications. The Key aim of this open call is to encourage communities who have never applied for funding before from Creative Ireland or Carlow Arts office. We would encourage projects that collaborate with a creative, such as an artist, performer etc. Applications now open on consult.carlow.ie

Carlow County Council is proud to announce its sponsorship of the DanceSport All-Ireland Championships 2026, set to take place at the Woodford Dolmen Hotel, Carlow on 21st June, 2026. This prestigious national event will bring together some of Ireland’s top DanceSport athletes, officials, and supporters for a celebration of excellence, athleticism, and artistry.

A golf ball company from Carlow are set to compete with the country’s best small businesses as one of the Finalists for the National Enterprise Award taking place next week. Seed Golf will represent Local Enterprise Office Carlow at the prestigious awards that take place on Thursday 18th June in the Round Room at the Mansion House in Dublin.

Free drop off of paint for 4 days at Powerstown Civic Amenity Site
Tuesday 16th – Friday 19th June 2026
8.30am – 4pm (please arrive 20 minutes before closing time)

Carlow County Fire & Rescue Service have become the first Fire Authority in Ireland to achieve accreditation to ISO 14001 and have now become the first and only Fire Authority in the country to attain three ISO standards in 45001 Health & Safety, 9001 Quality and the recent addition of 14001 Environmental Waste Management. 

The economic vitality of any County is inextricably linked to the success and resilience of its local business community. Recognizing this, the Economic Development Unit of Carlow County Council has launched is hosting a series of networking and information events during May 2026 to support local SME’s in gaining further state supports in their business.

Franchise staff from Carlow County Council will be in St. Catherine’s Services Centre from 9am to 1pm on Thursday the 30th April for National Voter Registration Day.

This Saturday, 11th April 2026, Carlow County Council, in association with the Pan Celtic Festival, is proud to announce the return of Streetfest. This vibrant celebration promises to transform Lower Tullow Street into a hub of cultural activity, family entertainment, and community spirit, marking a high point in this year’s festival calendar.

On Tuesday, 24th March 2026, the elegant Ballykealey House Hotel in Ballon, Co. Carlow will host Embracing Change: An Evening of Health & Wellbeing - a warm, community-focused event designed to inspire healthier living, stronger connections, local food, and practical environmental action.

Homeowners in Carlow and the wider region are being encouraged to drop into the Carlow Home Energy Expo on Wednesday, 25th March 2026, from 10:30am to 5pm at the Seven Oaks Hotel.

This free event will bring together independent experts, retrofit professionals, financial advisors and contractors – all under one roof – to help householders learn how to make their homes warmer, more comfortable and more affordable to heat.

The streets of Carlow are set to ring with the sounds of the fiddle, harp, and pipe this Easter as the town hosts the International Pan Celtic Festival from 7th to 11th April 2026. A cornerstone of this year’s festivities is the newly unveiled Heineken Pan Celtic Pub Trail, an initiative that promises to transform the town’s local venues into a vibrant network of Celtic culture.