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As the excitement builds for the upcoming Rás Tailteann 2026, which will take place from May 20th to May 24th, 2026, Carlow County Council is using the prestigious event as a catalyst to champion cycling not just as a professional sport, but as a lifelong skill and a sustainable mobility option for all residents.

Forward Steps Family Resource Centre was alive with fun and laughter as children from 'Little Steps' marked the official launch of Cruinniú na nÓg Carlow 2026. 'Little Steps' are currently taking part in a workshop, as part of the Cruinniú na nÓg 2026 programme, led by the wonderfully talented Little Gem Puppets, giving young participants the chance to explore puppetry, storytelling, and hands on making.

Carlow County Council is delighted to extend its warmest congratulations to the students of Knockbeg College on their outstanding achievement in winning the National Best Film Award at the recent Rubbish Film Festival held in the Light House Cinema, Dublin.

Carlow County Council is proud to announce the launch of Carlow BEO!, an extensive series of cultural activities and live performances set to animate towns and villages across the county from April through November 2026.

Fáilte Ireland, in partnership with Carlow County Council, is calling on the people of Carlow to help shape the next five years of tourism in the county. As part of the development of the new Carlow Destination and Experience Development Plan (DEDP), two community consultation sessions will be held on Tuesday, 26th May.

A new sustainability initiative encouraging waste‑free celebrations was recently launched in County Carlow, introducing a pilot reusable party‑pack scheme available through selected community groups and Carlow Library.

New Sponsor - Carlow County Council – Announced at Launch in Carlow Town Hall

The Carlow Business Awards were launched in Carlow Town Hall on the 6th May 2026.  The awards recognise and reward excellence in businesses of every size, type and stage of development from throughout county Carlow.  This year there will be 27 categories – 23 of which are open for nominations.

Carlow County Council was delighted to collaborate with St Catherine’s Community Services Centre, Carlow to host a National Voter Registration Day Event on Thursday 30th April 2026. At the event in St Catherine’s the Franchise Team were on hand to provide guidance, answer queries and support anyone who needed assistance with registering to vote or checking and updating their registration details.

A recently completed partnership project between South East Technological University (SETU) Carlow, Carlow County Council and the local charity retail sector has put students at the heart of tackling textile sustainability and circular economy challenges in Carlow town.

The sporting calendar for 2026 is poised to deliver a significant boost to the local economy in Carlow, as Carlow County Council officially announces its stage sponsorship of Rás Tailteann 2026. This partnership is not merely a celebration of elite cycling; it is a strategic economic maneuverer designed to position Carlow as a primary beneficiary of one of Ireland’s most prestigious sporting events. By hosting two race starts, the county is set to capitalize on a substantial influx of visitors, participants, and support teams.