BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Kilkenny Castle - ECPv6.17.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Kilkenny Castle X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Kilkenny Castle REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Dublin BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:IST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260918T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260918T210000 DTSTAMP:20260901T111811Z CREATED:20260901T111811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T111811Z UID:10000244-1789754400-1789765200@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Free admission to Kilkenny Castle for Culture Night DESCRIPTION:Kilkenny Castle is delighted to take part in Culture Night once more.\n\n\nTo celebrate Culture Night\, the period rooms and exhibitions of Kilkenny Castle will be open to the public free of charge from 6pm to 9pm on Friday 19th September 2025\n\n\nPlease note last admission will be 8:30pm.\n\n\nNo advance booking required. Admission will be on a first come\, first served basis\n#CultureNight #OPW #HeritageIreland #IrelandAncientEast #VisitKilkenny #Kilkenny #KilkennyCastle URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/free-admission-to-kilkenny-castle-for-culture-night-2/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Culture-Night-2.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="OPW kilkenny Castle":MAILTO:bookingskilkennycastle@opw.ie GEO:52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574;-7.249138136900574 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kilkenny Castle OPW Kilkenny Castle Kilkenny Kilkenny R95YRK1 Ireland;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=OPW Kilkenny Castle:geo:-7.249138136900574,52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260905T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260905T160000 DTSTAMP:20260825T113147Z CREATED:20260825T113147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T113147Z UID:10000240-1788609600-1788624000@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:National Services Day 2026 DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to host National Services Day once again at the Castle Park on Saturday\, 5 September 2026. \nA great day for all the family. Come along and meet the wonderful people behind all the frontline services both statutory and voluntary!! URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/national-services-day-2026/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Park\, Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Community Event,Free Admission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/National-Services-Day-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260830T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260830T140000 DTSTAMP:20260825T112356Z CREATED:20260825T112356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T112356Z UID:10000239-1788091200-1788098400@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Very Pink Run 2026 DESCRIPTION:OPW Kilkenny Castle is looking forward to the Very Pink Run on Sunday 30 August taking place in the grounds.\nThis year the Very Pink Run events are taking place in Dublin\, Kilkenny and Cork.\nSo join a Very Pink Run in Dublin at Leopardstown on Saturday 29th August\, in Kilkenny at Kilkenny Castle Park on Sunday 30th August or in Cork at MTU on Sunday 6th September.\nFor more info and registration visit https://www.verypinkrun.ie/ URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/very-pink-run-2026/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Park\, Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Very.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260821T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260821T193000 DTSTAMP:20260801T154241Z CREATED:20260801T154241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T154241Z UID:10000228-1787335200-1787340600@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Discovering Flemingstown at Kilkenny Castle DESCRIPTION:  \n🏰 Discovering Flemingstown at Kilkenny Castle \nJoin us this National Heritage Week for a fascinating talk by The Discovery Programme exploring the results of the recent geophysical survey of Flemingstown\, the lost medieval settlement hidden beneath Kilkenny Castle Park. \nFind out how archaeologists are uncovering the hidden history beneath the park and hear about the latest discoveries from the survey. \n📅 Thursday\, 21 August \n🕕 6.00pm \n📍 Kilkenny Castle Courtyard \nAdmission is free and booking is not required. Please note\, this is an outdoor event\, wear appropriate clothes and footwear. URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/discovering-flemingstown-at-kilkenny-castle/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Flemingstown.png GEO:52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574;-7.249138136900574 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kilkenny Castle OPW Kilkenny Castle Kilkenny Kilkenny R95YRK1 Ireland;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=OPW Kilkenny Castle:geo:-7.249138136900574,52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260821T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260821T170000 DTSTAMP:20260801T155035Z CREATED:20260801T155035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T155035Z UID:10000234-1787324400-1787331600@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Sketching in the Gallery DESCRIPTION:Sketching in the Gallery \nKilkenny Castle is opening the magnificent Picture Gallery free of charge to artists who wish to sketch paintings from the Ormonde Picture Collection \nBooking required\, contact kilkennycastleeducation@opw.ie to book your place\,  limited availability\, this is an adult only event. Start time 15:00 to 17:00 \n  URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/sketching-in-the-gallery/2026-08-21/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Sketching-in-the-Gallery-landscape.jpg GEO:52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574;-7.249138136900574 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kilkenny Castle OPW Kilkenny Castle Kilkenny Kilkenny R95YRK1 Ireland;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=OPW Kilkenny Castle:geo:-7.249138136900574,52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260821T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260821T103000 DTSTAMP:20260806T105011Z CREATED:20260801T155429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T105011Z UID:10000235-1787304600-1787308200@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Turas Treoraithe as Gaeilge ar ChaisleĂĄn Chill Chainnigh DESCRIPTION:Le linn Seachtain NĂĄisiĂșnta na hOidreachta beidh turas as gaeilge ar fĂĄil DĂ© hAoine ar an 21Ăș LĂșnasa soar in aisce ag 9:30am. Beidh cur sĂ­os dĂ©anta ar an beagnach 800 bliain Stair a bhfuil san fhoirgnimh . TosaĂ­onn sĂ© mar DĂșn agus athraĂ­onn sĂ© go dtĂ­ teach uasal don chlann Butler. DĂ©antar cur sĂ­os ar cumhacht an teaghlaigh\, a bhĂ­ lonnaithe in oirdheisceart na hÉireann. Beidh eolas faoin athchoiriĂș\, an saghas troscĂĄn agus na stĂ­leanna difriĂșl a bhfuil le fĂĄil. \nMaireann an turas idir 50 nĂłimĂ©ad go dtĂ­ 1 uair. · Cuir spĂĄs in ĂĄirithe trĂ­d rĂ­omhphoist a sheoladh chuig bookings kilkennycastleeducation@opw.ie URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/turas-treoraithe-as-gaeilge-ar-chaislean-chill-chainnigh/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/300523-019.jpg GEO:52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574;-7.249138136900574 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kilkenny Castle OPW Kilkenny Castle Kilkenny Kilkenny R95YRK1 Ireland;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=OPW Kilkenny Castle:geo:-7.249138136900574,52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260820T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260820T170000 DTSTAMP:20260801T155035Z CREATED:20260801T155035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T155035Z UID:10000233-1787238000-1787245200@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Sketching in the Gallery DESCRIPTION:Sketching in the Gallery \nKilkenny Castle is opening the magnificent Picture Gallery free of charge to artists who wish to sketch paintings from the Ormonde Picture Collection \nBooking required\, contact kilkennycastleeducation@opw.ie to book your place\,  limited availability\, this is an adult only event. Start time 15:00 to 17:00 \n  URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/sketching-in-the-gallery/2026-08-20/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Sketching-in-the-Gallery-landscape.jpg GEO:52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574;-7.249138136900574 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kilkenny Castle OPW Kilkenny Castle Kilkenny Kilkenny R95YRK1 Ireland;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=OPW Kilkenny Castle:geo:-7.249138136900574,52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260819T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260819T170000 DTSTAMP:20260801T155035Z CREATED:20260801T155035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T155035Z UID:10000232-1787151600-1787158800@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Sketching in the Gallery DESCRIPTION:Sketching in the Gallery \nKilkenny Castle is opening the magnificent Picture Gallery free of charge to artists who wish to sketch paintings from the Ormonde Picture Collection \nBooking required\, contact kilkennycastleeducation@opw.ie to book your place\,  limited availability\, this is an adult only event. Start time 15:00 to 17:00 \n  URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/sketching-in-the-gallery/2026-08-19/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Sketching-in-the-Gallery-landscape.jpg GEO:52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574;-7.249138136900574 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kilkenny Castle OPW Kilkenny Castle Kilkenny Kilkenny R95YRK1 Ireland;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=OPW Kilkenny Castle:geo:-7.249138136900574,52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260818T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260818T163000 DTSTAMP:20260803T075512Z CREATED:20260228T140354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T075512Z UID:10000214-1787067000-1787070600@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Irish Sign Language Interpreted Guided tour DESCRIPTION:As part of the OPW programme of Irish Sign Language interpreted tours at Heritage sites around the country\, Kilkenny Castle is offering free ISL interpreted tours on several dates in 2026.\nOne of our experienced guide accompanied by an ISL interpreter will lead you throughout the restored Period Rooms of Kilkenny Castle and will put the spotlight on fascinating characters and hidden gems.\nThe guided tours give a unique opportunity to learn more about Kilkenny Castle and its Collections.\nThe tours are free of charge but places are limited so participants are asked to book early by emailing kilkennycastleinfo@opw.ie URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/irish-sign-language-interpreted-guided-tour-6/2026-08-18/ LOCATION:Kilkenny ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ISL.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260818T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260818T160000 DTSTAMP:20260801T154801Z CREATED:20260801T154801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T154801Z UID:10000231-1787065200-1787068800@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Radharc: The Restoration of Kilkenny Castle DESCRIPTION:đŸŽ„ Radharc: The Restoration of Kilkenny Castle \nTo celebrate this year’s National Heritage Week theme\, Heritage at Risk\, we are delighted to present a screening of the Radharc documentary on the restoration of Kilkenny Castle. \nDiscover the remarkable story of how one of Ireland’s finest castles was rescued from ruin through one of the country’s most important historic properties. \n📅 Monday\, 18 August \n🕒 3.00pm \n📍 Parade Tower\, Kilkenny Castle \nAdmission is free and booking is not required. URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/radharc-the-restoration-of-kilkenny-castle/ LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Documentary-screening.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260816T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260816T160000 DTSTAMP:20260801T154506Z CREATED:20260801T154506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T154506Z UID:10000230-1786892400-1786896000@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Design Your Own Shield at Kilkenny Castle DESCRIPTION:đŸ›Ąïž Design Your Own Shield at Kilkenny Castle! \nCelebrate National Heritage Week with a fun workshop for primary school children. Learn about the colourful world of heraldry and design your own unique medieval shield to take home. \n📅 Saturday\, 16 August \n🕚 11.00am or 3.00pm \n📍 Kilkenny Castle \nBooking is essential. To book a space\, email kilkennycastleeducation@opw.ie. \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult. URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/design-your-own-shield-at-kilkenny-castle/2026-08-16/2/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/shiled.png GEO:52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574;-7.249138136900574 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kilkenny Castle OPW Kilkenny Castle Kilkenny Kilkenny R95YRK1 Ireland;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=OPW Kilkenny Castle:geo:-7.249138136900574,52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260816T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260816T120000 DTSTAMP:20260801T154506Z CREATED:20260801T154506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T154506Z UID:10000229-1786878000-1786881600@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Design Your Own Shield at Kilkenny Castle DESCRIPTION:đŸ›Ąïž Design Your Own Shield at Kilkenny Castle! \nCelebrate National Heritage Week with a fun workshop for primary school children. Learn about the colourful world of heraldry and design your own unique medieval shield to take home. \n📅 Saturday\, 16 August \n🕚 11.00am or 3.00pm \n📍 Kilkenny Castle \nBooking is essential. To book a space\, email kilkennycastleeducation@opw.ie. \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult. URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/design-your-own-shield-at-kilkenny-castle/2026-08-16/1/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/shiled.png GEO:52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574;-7.249138136900574 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kilkenny Castle OPW Kilkenny Castle Kilkenny Kilkenny R95YRK1 Ireland;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=OPW Kilkenny Castle:geo:-7.249138136900574,52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260815T091500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260815T170000 DTSTAMP:20260801T155827Z CREATED:20260801T155827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T155827Z UID:10000236-1786785300-1786813200@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Free Admission DESCRIPTION:Heritage Week 2026\nAs part of Heritage Week 2026 OPW-Kilkenny Castle is offering free admission on Saturday 15 August.\nDiscover the ancestral home of the Butler Family with a free self-guided visit to the magnificent Victorian period rooms of Kilkenny Castle.\nFree admission applies to individual visitors only. Complimentary tickets are available online now on:\nhttps://kilkenny.admit-one.eu/?p=details&ga=1&dt=20260815
\nTickets will also be available on the day from our ticket desk\nGroups of 10 and more must pre-book in advance by contacting bookingskilkennycastle@opw.ie ( normal rates apply)\nGuided tours will not be available on the day.\nFor more information contact kilkennycastleinfo@opw.ie URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/free-admission/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Beekeeping.jpg GEO:52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574;-7.249138136900574 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kilkenny Castle OPW Kilkenny Castle Kilkenny Kilkenny R95YRK1 Ireland;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=OPW Kilkenny Castle:geo:-7.249138136900574,52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260812T224000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260815T230000 DTSTAMP:20260802T083115Z CREATED:20260802T083115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T083115Z UID:10000238-1786574400-1786834800@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Light Up the Castle: Rift (Kilkenny Arts Festival) DESCRIPTION:Light Up the Castle\, the spectacular audio-visual show projected onto the walls of Kilkenny Castle\, has become one of the most eagerly anticipated events in the Festival calendar. \nThe world is in a weird place right now (and not in a good way)\, so let’s pit good-weird against bad. This year’s show\, Rift\, is a stunning new projection that seeks out the warmth\, the fun and the good-weird that’s always there\, hiding in the dark. \nCreated by multidisciplinary artist Jack Phelan (who made the castle disappear in his unforgettable 2024 show\, Six Sides Sawn)\, Rift is another playful and endlessly inventive spectacle tearing a weird and wonderful Rift in the fabric of space and time. \nPlease note: The installation features strobe lighting. Latecomers will not be admitted. Gates open at 10.15pm at the Parade entrance. \nWheelchair users are advised to contact the Festival box office before the show. URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/light-up-the-castle-rift-kilkenny-arts-festival/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden CATEGORIES:Free Admission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Light-Up-the-Castle-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260806T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260816T170000 DTSTAMP:20260802T082648Z CREATED:20260802T082648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260802T082648Z UID:10000237-1786039200-1786899600@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Kilkenny Arts Festival DESCRIPTION:OPW Kilkenny Castle is very pleased to partner with Kilkenny Arts Festival in presenting a wonderful array of literary events in The Parade Tower\, further episodes of the Alice Project in the Medieval Room and of course the wonderful Secret Garden Music returns also. \nAnd once again one of the big highlights of the programme\, Light up the Castle: Rift\, will take place in the Rose Garden (12 – 15 August) \nFor all that is going on throughout Kilkenny and specifically at the Parade Tower check out https://www.kilkennyarts.ie/festival/programme URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/kilkenny-arts-festival-2/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/KAF-2026-FB-image.png GEO:52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574;-7.249138136900574 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kilkenny Castle OPW Kilkenny Castle Kilkenny Kilkenny R95YRK1 Ireland;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=OPW Kilkenny Castle:geo:-7.249138136900574,52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260523T143000 DTSTAMP:20260422T150019Z CREATED:20260422T150019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T150019Z UID:10000227-1779541200-1779546600@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Biodiversity Week: Heritage and Healing with Danielle DESCRIPTION:Join Danielle from Naturally at The Wrens Nest based in Ballinakill\, Co. Laois for an immersive walk through the historic grounds of Kilkenny Castle. Discover the ancient medicinal secrets of our native plants and trees\, exploring how these botanical treasures can nourish the body\, soothe the mind\, and restore the soul. \nMeeting Point: Kilkenny Castle Park (at the Purple Beech tree in the front field) \nThis is a FREE event. No booking required. \nPlease wear appropriate footwear and clothing as this is an outdoor event. \nwww.naturallyatthewrensnest.com URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/biodiversity-week-heritage-and-healing-with-danielle-2/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Park\, Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Biodiversity,Free Admission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Native-plants.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260522T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260522T123000 DTSTAMP:20260422T150804Z CREATED:20260422T143410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T150804Z UID:10000224-1779445800-1779453000@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Biodiversity Week: Natural Beekeeping with Tanguy de ToulgoĂ«t DESCRIPTION:Peek inside the world of bees with Tanguy de ToulgoĂ«t from Dunmore Country School in Durrow\, Co. Laois. Explore hive life up close to understand the vital role pollinators play in our ecosystems and learn practical ways to support their survival\, all inspired by the rich biodiversity of the parklands at Kilkenny Castle. \nLocation: Kilkenny Castle Park (in the Hollow near the Butler Family Burial Grounds) \nThis is a FREE event. No booking required. \nPlease wear appropriate footwear and clothing as this is an outdoor event. \nwww.dunmorecountryschool.ie URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/biodiversity-week-natural-beekeeping-with-tanguy-de-toulgoet-2/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Park\, Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Biodiversity,Free Admission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Beekeeping.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260521T210000 DTSTAMP:20260422T144027Z CREATED:20260422T144027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T144027Z UID:10000225-1779393600-1779397200@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Biodiversity Week: Dusk Chorus DESCRIPTION:OPW Kilkenny Castle is delighted to collaborate with the Kilkenny branch of BirdWatch Ireland for another Dusk Chorus this year on Thursday 21 May. \nAll are welcome to come along to this FREE event. \nMeeting Point: Courtyard \nThis is a FREE event. No booking required. \nPlease wear appropriate footwear and clothing as this is an outdoor event. URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/biodiversity-week-dusk-chorus-2/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Park\, Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Biodiversity,Free Admission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Dusk-Chorus-22-May.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260516T143000 DTSTAMP:20260422T150158Z CREATED:20260422T145641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T150158Z UID:10000226-1778936400-1778941800@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Biodiversity Week: Heritage and Healing with Danielle DESCRIPTION:Join Danielle from Naturally at The Wrens Nest based in Ballinakill\, Co. Laois for an immersive walk through the historic grounds of Kilkenny Castle. Discover the ancient medicinal secrets of our native plants and trees\, exploring how these botanical treasures can nourish the body\, soothe the mind\, and restore the soul. \nMeeting Point: Kilkenny Castle Park (at the Purple Beech tree in the front field) \nThis is a FREE event. No booking required. \nPlease wear appropriate footwear and clothing as this is an outdoor event. \nwww.naturallyatthewrensnest.com URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/biodiversity-week-heritage-and-healing-with-danielle/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Park\, Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Biodiversity,Free Admission ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Native-plants.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260509T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260509T163000 DTSTAMP:20260803T075512Z CREATED:20260228T140354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T075512Z UID:10000213-1778340600-1778344200@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Irish Sign Language Interpreted Guided tour DESCRIPTION:As part of the OPW programme of Irish Sign Language interpreted tours at Heritage sites around the country\, Kilkenny Castle is offering free ISL interpreted tours on several dates in 2026.\nOne of our experienced guide accompanied by an ISL interpreter will lead you throughout the restored Period Rooms of Kilkenny Castle and will put the spotlight on fascinating characters and hidden gems.\nThe guided tours give a unique opportunity to learn more about Kilkenny Castle and its Collections.\nThe tours are free of charge but places are limited so participants are asked to book early by emailing kilkennycastleinfo@opw.ie URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/irish-sign-language-interpreted-guided-tour-6/2026-05-09/ LOCATION:Kilkenny ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ISL.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260505T191500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260505T203000 DTSTAMP:20260312T151816Z CREATED:20260312T151816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T151816Z UID:10000223-1778008500-1778013000@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Garden Talk Series: A walk and talk through Kilkenny Castle Park DESCRIPTION:The series comes to an end this evening with our very own Colm Mangan\, Foreperson of Kilkenny Castle Park. \nTuesday 5 May: Colm Mangan \n‘A walk and talk through Kilkenny Castle Park’  \nAll talks are free and entry is on a first come first served basis. \nThis is a walk and talk outdoors and begins at the earlier time of 7:15pm. Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing. \nColm Mangan is the Manager of Kilkenny Castle Park.  Under his stewardship\, the park has been managed in a more and more ecologically sustainable and nature-centred manner. His walks and talks\, where he demonstrates the ways in which the flora and fauna in the park are nurtured and cared for is an annual highlight of the talk series. URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/garden-talk-series-a-walk-and-talk-through-kilkenny-castle-park-2/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Park\, Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Garden-Talks.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="OPW kilkenny Castle":MAILTO:bookingskilkennycastle@opw.ie END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260428T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260428T210000 DTSTAMP:20260312T150806Z CREATED:20260312T150806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T150806Z UID:10000222-1777406400-1777410000@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Garden Talk Series: The Gardens at Glin and Hillsborough DESCRIPTION:OPW Kilkenny Castle is delighted to present our Garden Talks once again as part of our Spring Programme 2026 \nAs usual\, there will be a wide range of speakers\, covering a variety of topics. \nThe series starts on Tuesday 31 March and runs until Tuesday 5 May. \nAll talks are free and entry is on a first come first served basis. \nDoors open at 7:30pm. \nTuesday 28 April: Catherine Fitzgerald \n‘The Gardens at Glin and Hillsborough’ \nCatherine was born into the garden at Glin\, where she grew up\, soaking up horticultural knowledge as she did. She studied the subject and went on to set up Lutyens & FitzGerald\, a garden design company. She has worked on  the gardens at Hillsborough Castle\, Glin and Glenarm\, among many others. URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/garden-talk-series-the-gardens-at-glin-and-hillsborough/ LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Free Admission,Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Garden-Talks.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="OPW kilkenny Castle":MAILTO:bookingskilkennycastle@opw.ie END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260421T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260421T210000 DTSTAMP:20260312T150422Z CREATED:20260312T150422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T150422Z UID:10000221-1776801600-1776805200@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Garden Talk Series: The Garden at Rowallane DESCRIPTION:OPW Kilkenny Castle is delighted to present our Garden Talks once again as part of our Spring Programme 2026 \nAs usual\, there will be a wide range of speakers\, covering a variety of topics. \nThe series starts on Tuesday 31 March and runs until Tuesday 5 May. \nAll talks are free and entry is on a first come first served basis. \nDoors open at 7:30pm. \nTuesday 21 April: Claire McNally \n‘The Garden at Rowallane’ \nClaire is one of a small body of young and talented gardeners running some of the great gardens on this island. She is head gardener at the wonderful Rowallane gardens in County Down\, one of the most interesting and important gardens on the island. URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/garden-talk-series-the-garden-at-rowallane/ LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Garden-Talks.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="OPW kilkenny Castle":MAILTO:bookingskilkennycastle@opw.ie END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260414T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260414T210000 DTSTAMP:20260312T145835Z CREATED:20260312T145835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T145835Z UID:10000220-1776196800-1776200400@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Garden Talk Series : Sowing\, Growing\, Cutting DESCRIPTION:OPW Kilkenny Castle is delighted to present our Garden Talks once again as part of our Spring Programme 2026 \nAs usual\, there will be a wide range of speakers\, covering a variety of topics. \nThe series starts on Tuesday 31 March and runs until Tuesday 5 May. \nAll talks are free and entry is on a first come first served basis. \nDoors open at 7:30pm. \nTuesday 14 April: Colin Jones \n‘Sowing\, Growing\, Cutting’ \nColin was raised in Scotland\, moving to Ireland in 2012. For the last four years he has been head gardener at Salterbridge in Waterford where he has made large scale improvements in the garden. URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/garden-talk-series-sowing-growing-cutting/ LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Garden-Talks.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="OPW kilkenny Castle":MAILTO:bookingskilkennycastle@opw.ie END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260331T200000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260331T210000 DTSTAMP:20260312T145417Z CREATED:20260312T145417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T145417Z UID:10000219-1774987200-1774990800@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Garden Talk Series: The Parks and Gardens of Dublin DESCRIPTION:OPW Kilkenny Castle is delighted to present our Garden Talks once again as part of our Spring Programme 2026 \nAs usual\, there will be a wide range of speakers\, covering a variety of topics. \nThe series starts on Tuesday 31 March and runs until Tuesday 5 May. \nAll talks are free and entry is on a first come first served basis. \nDoors open at 7:30pm. \nTuesday 31 March: Christy Boylan \n‘The Parks and Gardens of Dublin’ \nChristy began working for Dublin Corporation’s Parks Department in 1975. He has used his decades working in and learning about the gardens and parks in Dublin\, building up an unparalleled body of knowledge\, which he recently brought together in a masterful book covering the history\, lore and the stories about the capital’s great parks. URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/garden-talk-series-the-parks-and-gardens-of-dublin/ LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Garden-Talks.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="OPW kilkenny Castle":MAILTO:bookingskilkennycastle@opw.ie END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260328T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260328T220000 DTSTAMP:20260312T143112Z CREATED:20260312T143112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T143112Z UID:10000218-1774726200-1774735200@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Music in Kilkenny Concert : Vanbrugh & Friends DESCRIPTION:PROGRAMME & PERFORMERS\nKeith Pascoe – violin : Marja Gaynor – violin : Simon Aspell – viola : Ed Creedon – viola : Christopher Marwood – cello \n\n\n\n\nWolfgang Amadeus Mozart String Quintet No. 6 in Eb Major\, K. 614 \nJohannes Brahms String Quintet No. 1 in F Major\, op. 88 \nFelix Mendelssohn String Quintet No. 2 in Bb Major\, op. 87 \n \nMozart always brings charm\, elegance and wit\, however harsh his circumstances\, and nowhere more so than in his gorgeous E flat major string quintet\, written in the last year of his short life along with the Magic Flute\, the clarinet concerto and the Requiem. \nBrahms wrote his F major quintet ‘in the spring of 1882’ and the resulting nickname of ‘Spring’ Quintet is perfect for this extraordinarily uplifting\, fresh and joyful music. \nThe irrepressibly virtuosic outer movements of Mendelssohn’s B flat quintet offer great contrast to an elegantly playful scherzo and perhaps the highlight of the work\, the anguished and yet profoundly beautiful Funeral March. URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/music-in-kilkenny-concert-vanbrugh-friends/ LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/MIK.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="https%3A//www.musicinkilkenny.org/":MAILTO:mikilkenny@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260322T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260322T103000 DTSTAMP:20260228T133836Z CREATED:20260228T133836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T133836Z UID:10000211-1774171800-1774175400@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Child Friendly Tour of Kilkenny Castle DESCRIPTION:This free guided tour is aimed at school going aged children and their families.\nParts of the Castle may not be suitable for people with limited mobility but ground floor rooms fully accessible. Maximum of 2 adults per booking \nKilkenny Castle is not suitable for pushchairs \nBooking required\, limited availability. To reserve your place contact: kilkennycastleinfo@opw.ie URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/child-friendly-tour-of-kilkenny-castle-4/2026-03-22/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Child-friendly-tour.jpg GEO:52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574;-7.249138136900574 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kilkenny Castle OPW Kilkenny Castle Kilkenny Kilkenny R95YRK1 Ireland;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=OPW Kilkenny Castle:geo:-7.249138136900574,52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260320T153000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260320T163000 DTSTAMP:20260214T115400Z CREATED:20260214T115400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T115400Z UID:10000202-1774020600-1774024200@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:JournĂ©e Internationale de la Francophonie DESCRIPTION:Pour cĂ©lĂ©brer la JournĂ©e Internationale de la Francophonie\, le ChĂąteau de Kilkenny propose une visite guidĂ©e gratuite en français le Vendredi 20 Mars Ă   15.30. La visite est  gratuite mais la rĂ©servation est essentielle. Contactez-nous par email kilkennycastleinfo@opw.ie pour rĂ©server votre place. \nTo celebrate International Francophonie Day\, Kilkenny Castle is offering a free guided tour in French Friday 20th March at 3.30pm. The guided tour is free of charge but places must be booked in advance. Contact us by email kilkennycastleinfo@opw.ie to book your place. URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/journee-internationale-de-la-francophonie-3/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Francophonie-day.jpg GEO:52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574;-7.249138136900574 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kilkenny Castle OPW Kilkenny Castle Kilkenny Kilkenny R95YRK1 Ireland;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=OPW Kilkenny Castle:geo:-7.249138136900574,52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260317T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260317T103000 DTSTAMP:20260228T132504Z CREATED:20260228T132504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260228T132504Z UID:10000207-1773739800-1773743400@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:☘Seachtain na Gaeilge☘ DESCRIPTION:DĂ© MĂĄirt 17Ăș de mĂ­ an MhĂĄrta @9:30a.m. \nTuras as Gaeilge Saor in aisce. \nRĂ©amhĂĄirithintí  de dhĂ­th le kilkennycastleinfo@opw.ie URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/%e2%98%98%ef%b8%8fseachtain-na-gaeilge%e2%98%98%ef%b8%8f/ LOCATION:Kilkenny CATEGORIES:Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/642489684_1355030569994884_6778982406443124725_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260316T093000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260316T103000 DTSTAMP:20260214T115854Z CREATED:20260214T115854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T115854Z UID:10000204-1773653400-1773657000@www.kilkennycastle.ie SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Tour of Kilkenny Castle DESCRIPTION:This will be a unique opportunity for people with sensory needs and their family to view the beautiful Victorian period rooms of the Castle in a quiet environment.\nThis event is free of charge but advance booking is required.\nParts of the Castle may not be suitable for people with limited mobility but ground floor rooms fully accessible.\nBooking required\, limited availability. To reserve your place contact: kilkennycastleinfo@opw.ie URL:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/event/sensory-friendly-tour-of-kilkenny-castle-3/ LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland CATEGORIES:Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.kilkennycastle.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/632385947_1339023801595561_5009149732205852702_n.jpg GEO:52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574;-7.249138136900574 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Kilkenny Castle OPW Kilkenny Castle Kilkenny Kilkenny R95YRK1 Ireland;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=OPW Kilkenny Castle:geo:-7.249138136900574,52.650501432133794-7.249138136900574 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR