Newly composed songs 'as Gaeilge' from across the country will go head-to-head in this prestigious national song contest, to find Ireland's entry for the Pan Celtic International Song Contest 2024. The composer of the winning song will receive a cash prize of €1,000 and go forward to represent Ireland at the Pan Celtic International Song Contest.
Visual & George Bernard Shaw Theatre ,Old Dublin Road,Carlow, R93 A3K1.
T: 087-2857048 / 085-1340047
E: pancelticcarlow@gmail.com
The very popular Snowdrop Month at Altamont Gardens runs from February 1st to 29th and is a great opportunity to view this unique collection, now amongst the largest in Ireland, with over 150 named varieties. This 40-acre estate, on the banks of the River Slaney near Tullow features an enchanting blend of formal, informal and wild gardens.
Guided Tours: take place each Monday – Friday throughout February at 2pm. and group tours by appointment.
The gardens are open daily for general viewing from 9am – 4.30pm.
An Gairdin Beo is a community garden in the centre of Carlow town where people garden together and then reap the rewards together. This craft and coffee morning celebrates the snowdrop through various arts.
T: 059 9130411
E: info@carlowtourism.com
W: www.carlowgardentrail.com
National Tree Week is celebrated this March in Altamont Gardens with a series of guided tours around their fabulous tree collection.
The International Pan Celtic Festival is a celebration of the Celtic cultures of Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Brittany, Isle of Man and Cornwall in music, song, dance, languages, costumes, sport and story. This year's festival has an exciting programme of events to keep everyone entertained, including street performances, a parade, live music and competitions.
Musicians and choirs, singers and dancers, bands and storytellers from the participating Celtic nations will come together to share their language and culture at this great family-friendly Easter event.
This April, Carlow’s Lower Tullow Street will pulsate with the vibrant rhythm of Streetfest – a dynamic series of family-friendly street events designed to celebrate our community spirit, culture, and the richness of our local businesses. More than just an event, Streetfest represents a movement to bolster our local economy while indulging in the finest offerings Carlow has to offer.