Jack and the Bean

Jack and the Beanstalk

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Fee Fi Fo Fum, we smell a panto that’s packed with fun! The team at Striking Productions returns this year to the Kingdom of Barrowvale to meet young Jack, a hapless, harmless, hopeless hero. Jack lives with his mother, Mudder Udder, his nine siblings, and their menagerie of pets. The town is also living in fear of a GIANT, and rumour has it that he eats children!

Lightfest Carlow Town 2023

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After a day spent shopping or relaxing in one of Carlow’s fine hotels, celebrate Christmas together at this free, festive event. Step into a world of enchantment, where the twinkle of Christmas lights mingles with the melodies of live music, the tantalising aroma of festive treats from sweet to savoury, and the breathtaking spectacle of a truly professional fireworks display. Welcome to Lightfest, the ultimate Christmas event that promises to ignite your holiday spirit like never before! An evening to be enjoyed and savoured by all the family. 

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Christmas in Carlow 2023

An Evening with Santy

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An Evening with Santa, available on selected days is a great event for the whole family - enjoy a festive dinner together with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves and then explore the magical, illuminated winter garden! Follow the winding paths to find the way to the real reindeer all the way from Lapland! Then it’s time for the big moment when each child receives a special present from Santa himself.

What’s in store for you:

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Altamont Trad

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Altamont Trad will be taking place on Wednesday, 19th July at 2 pm Everyone welcome! Please bring a seat with you.Will be held at the New Orchard at the rear end of Altamont Plants.Refreshments will be available at the Walled Garden Cafe.

For more details please contact Maire on 087 242 4934.

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Emergency Road Closures due to Flood Waters - Storm Chandra

Carlow County Council has attended a meeting with the National Directorate for Fire & Emergency Management, Met Eireann and other key stakeholders stood up with the National Emergency Coordination Group this afternoon to coordinate response to Storm Chandra.  There is still a current Met Eireann Yellow Weather Warning for wind & rain for Co Carlow until 23:00 hrs this evening 27th January 2026 with further unsettled wet and windy weather forecasted for the rest of the week falling on already saturated land.

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Féile Lonrach - Festival of Glow 2025: Shop Local, Shop Carlow Competition & Letter to Santa Competition!

Dr. Sullivan as part of Féile Lonrach – Festival of Glow Shop Local, Shop Carlow campaign went Back to the Future with an exciting online competition. Participants guessed 5 locations the Doc went to on his travels DeLorean style for a chance to win a €500 shopping voucher for SuperValu. With over 1,000 entries the competition showcased the enthusiasm for supporting local businesses over the Christmas period.

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Notice of the Levying of Rates

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Businesses Invited to Represent Carlow in the National Enterprise Awards 2026

Carlow County Council’s Local Enterprise Office is now accepting applications for the County Final of the ‘National Enterprise Awards 2026’ which take place on Wednesday 4th March 2026. These awards celebrate and recognise the outstanding achievements of micro and small businesses across County Carlow. Eligible businesses are encouraged to submit their applications by the closing date of 11 February 2026.

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Carlow's Best Craft & Design Businesses Set For Showcase 2026

Some of Carlow’s best up and coming craft and design businesses will be part of over 100 companies from across Ireland who will get a chance to meet with buyers from all over the world as part of Local Enterprise Showcase at the 2026 Showcase event in the RDS, running from the 18th - 20th January.