Carlow County Council is preparing to welcome delegates and representatives from across Europe as host of Entente Florale Europe 2026, taking place on 18 and 19 September 2026.
Carlow's selection as host follows its remarkable success in the prestigious European competition, where Carlow Town was awarded a Gold Medal in 2024, along with the President's Prize in recognition of its innovative Rain Gardens project. These achievements earned international recognition for Carlow's commitment to sustainability, biodiversity, environmental stewardship and community-led development.

Culture Night 2026 will return on Friday, 18 September, inviting people across Carlow to come together for a night of free cultural discovery, creativity and connection in towns, cities, villages and rural communities nationwide.

Carlow residents discovered practical ways to reduce food waste and make household food budgets go further this week at an engaging Food Waste Talk and Cookery Demonstration hosted by Carlow County Council in partnership with An Gairdín Beo Community Garden and local chef Derek Oman from the Food Change Collective.

Carlow County Council is delighted to launch an ‘Affordable Housing Scheme’ at Railway Close, Shillelagh Road, Tullow Co. Carlow.
A total of 2 affordable homes consisting of 2 nr 3-bedroom semi-detached two storey dwellings are being made available for sale by Carlow County Council in the residential development of Railway Close, Tullow Co. Carlow under affordable dwelling purchase arrangements in accordance with the Affordable Housing Act 2021 and associated Affordable Housing Regulations.

Carlow County Council is proud to announce that Carlow has been officially accredited as a World Health Organisation’s (WHO’s) European Healthy City for Phase VIII (2026–2030), joining a prestigious network of cities across Europe recognised for their commitment to placing health, wellbeing, equity and sustainability at the centre of local governance and development

Got an idea for Carlow Climate Action Week 2026?
Why not turn  your idea into action with support from Carlow County Council?

The Big Barn Bash – Family Food Festival will bring two days of food, family fun, outdoor activity and entertainment to Carlow on Saturday, 31 October and Sunday, 1 November 2026.

A brand-new festival experience for Carlow, The Big Barn Bash is being brought to life through a partnership between Carlow County Council, Coppenagh House Farm, Carlow Tourism and Active Carlow, with the development of the festival supported by Fáilte Ireland.

The highly anticipated Hurling for Cancer Research charity match, in aid of the Irish Cancer Society, is back this summer, bringing together GAA stars, celebrities, and supporters. We are proud to have Centra as the main supporter for 2026, helping us reach our goal of raising €2 million since the event began.

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.