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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:http://54.73.152.2/event/garden-talk-series-the-parks-and-gardens-of-dublin/
LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Talk
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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:http://54.73.152.2/event/music-in-kilkenny-concert-vanbrugh-friends/
LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Music
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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:http://54.73.152.2/event/child-friendly-tour-of-kilkenny-castle-4/2026-03-22/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
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SUMMARY:Journée Internationale de la Francophonie
DESCRIPTION:Pour célébrer la Journée Internationale de la Francophonie\, le Château de Kilkenny propose une visite guidée gratuite en français le Vendredi 20 Mars à  15.30. La visite est  gratuite mais la réservation est essentielle. Contactez-nous par email kilkennycastleinfo@opw.ie pour réserver 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:http://54.73.152.2/event/journee-internationale-de-la-francophonie-3/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
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SUMMARY:☘️Seachtain na Gaeilge☘️
DESCRIPTION:Dé Máirt 17ú de mí an Mhárta @9:30a.m. \nTuras as Gaeilge Saor in aisce. \nRéamháirithintí  de dhíth le kilkennycastleinfo@opw.ie
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LOCATION:Kilkenny
CATEGORIES:Tour
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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:http://54.73.152.2/event/sensory-friendly-tour-of-kilkenny-castle-3/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Tour
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SUMMARY:Historical Talk: The National Flag of Ireland
DESCRIPTION:Join local Kilkenny Historian & retired military officer Commandant Larry Scallan on Sunday\, 15th of March at 2pm in the Parade Tower to listen to a talk on Ireland’s national flag as part of  St. Patrick’s Festival Kilkenny 2026. \nThe Irish tricolour is one of the most recognisable symbols of Ireland\, carrying deep historical and political meaning. It was first introduced in 1848 by Thomas Francis Meagher\, during a period of revolutionary thought across Europe. Influenced by the French tricolour\, it was intended as a symbol of reconciliation rather than division. Although associated with the Young Ireland movement\, the flag did not gain widespread recognition until it was flown during the Easter Rising of 1916. Following independence\, it was adopted as the national flag of the Irish Free State and later the Republic. The design of three vertical panels of green\, white and orange reflects an aspiration for peace and mutual respect. While its display is guided by established protocol\, the flag’s real importance lies in what it represents. It is hoped that this talk helps people better understand the Irish flag\, its history\, and how it can be used with respect and understanding.
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/historical-talk-the-national-flag-of-ireland/
LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Talk
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SUMMARY:Historical Talk: James Stephens (1825 – 1901) Life and Legacy
DESCRIPTION:Join local Kilkenny Historian & retired military officer Commandant Larry Scallan on Saturday\, 14th of March at 2pm in the Parade Tower to listen to a talk on ‘James Stephens (1825- 1901): Life and Legacy’ as part of  St. Patrick’s Festival Kilkenny 2026.\n\nJames Stephens was one of the pivotal figures of 19th-century Irish nationalism. Best remembered as the founder and chief organiser of the Irish Republican Brotherhood (IRB)\, he dedicated his life to the pursuit of Irish independence through revolutionary means. His story is one of resilience\, clandestine organisation\, and political vision—spanning the failed Young Ireland rebellion of 1848\, years of exile\, the creation of a transatlantic revolutionary network\, the rising of 1867 its failings and legacy and his contested leadership in later years.
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/historical-talk-james-stephens-1825-1901-life-and-legacy/
LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Talk
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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:http://54.73.152.2/event/child-friendly-tour-of-kilkenny-castle-4/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Tour
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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:http://54.73.152.2/event/child-friendly-tour-of-kilkenny-castle-4/2026-03-07/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
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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 tour Sunday 1st March at 3.30pm\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:http://54.73.152.2/event/irish-sign-language-interpreted-guided-tour-5/
LOCATION:Kilkenny
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260301T103000
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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:http://54.73.152.2/event/child-friendly-tour-of-kilkenny-castle-3/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
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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:http://54.73.152.2/event/sensory-friendly-tour-of-kilkenny-castle-2/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Tour
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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:http://54.73.152.2/event/child-friendly-tour-of-kilkenny-castle-2/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Tour
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SUMMARY:Music in Kilkenny Concert Series : Maya Homburger & Barry Guy
DESCRIPTION:OPW Kilkenny Castle is delighted to continue our collaboration with Music in Kilkenny with this second concert in the 2026 programme. For the full programme and all the venues visit https://www.musicinkilkenny.org/ \nGyörgy Kurtág at 100 \n\nMaya Homburger – violin and viola Barry Guy double – bass \n\nIn this venue in 2016\, during Kilkenny Arts Festival\, Maya Homburger and Barry Guy performed a programme entitled “Kurtág at 90” and now ten years later they are back in the Parade Tower to celebrate the music of this extraordinary man György Kurtág.
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/music-in-kilkenny-concert-series-maya-homburger-barry-guy/
LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20260125T160000
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SUMMARY:Music in Kilkenny Concert Series : Musici Ireland
DESCRIPTION:OPW Kilkenny Castle is delighted to once again host a number of concerts with Music in Kilkenny. The new 2026 programme is available now www.musicinkilkenny.org \nThe first of these concerts takes place at the Parade Tower\, Kilkenny Castle on Sunday 25 January at 4pm. \nMusic in Kilkenny’s opening concert of the 2026 Spring season has violinist Ioana Petcu-Colan\, violist Beth McNinch and flautist Vourneen Ryan join forces for an exhilarating afternoon of chamber music. The trio will showcase their artistry in a vibrant program featuring Handel/Halvorsen’s virtuosic Passacaglia\, alongside captivating works by Martinu\, Beethoven\, and Górecki.
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/music-in-kilkenny-concert-series-musici-ireland/
LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Yulefest Fireworks
DESCRIPTION:Begin Christmas with a flourish with the Yulefest Firework Display on Tuesday the 23rd of December. Come together with family and friends and watch as the skies light up over Kilkenny Castle Park. Purchase a ticket to take in the creative display from a prime viewing spot in the Castle Park. Bring a warm coat and hat and feel the Christmas excitement as we light up the Kilkenny sky!\n\nPlease note:\nPets are not permitted to attend this event.There will be no toilet facilities at the venue.This is an outdoor event\, please dress for the weather.\n\n\nLocation: Kilkenny Castle Park (enter from Castle Road only)\nGates open at 5.45pm. Gates close at 6.25pm.\nShow begins at 6.30pm. Show will last approx 10mins.\nTickets: €4 + BF | Family of 5 €18 + BF
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/yulefest-fireworks/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Park\, Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251222T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251222T200000
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SUMMARY:Yulefest Rose Garden Light Up
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to have the Rose Garden all sparkly for Christmas\nTake pictures with family and friends or simply come on your own for a peaceful moment of reflection in one of Kilkenny’s most enchanting spaces.\n\nAccess is free of charge.\n\n\n\nIt will be open on the following evenings 5pm – 8pm:\n• Fri 12th Dec & Sat 13th Dec\n• Fri 19th Dec & Sat 20th Dec\n• Sun 21st Dec & Mon 22nd Dec
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/yulefest-rose-garden-light-up/2025-12-22/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251221T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251221T200000
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SUMMARY:Yulefest Rose Garden Light Up
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to have the Rose Garden all sparkly for Christmas\nTake pictures with family and friends or simply come on your own for a peaceful moment of reflection in one of Kilkenny’s most enchanting spaces.\n\nAccess is free of charge.\n\n\n\nIt will be open on the following evenings 5pm – 8pm:\n• Fri 12th Dec & Sat 13th Dec\n• Fri 19th Dec & Sat 20th Dec\n• Sun 21st Dec & Mon 22nd Dec
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/yulefest-rose-garden-light-up/2025-12-21/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251221T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251221T110000
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SUMMARY:Alzheimer / Dementia inclusive Tour
DESCRIPTION:Kilkenny Castle is delighted to offer an Alzheimer / Dementia inclusive tour on Sunday 21st December at 10am. This free tour is aimed at people living with Alzheimers and Dementia and their families and supporters. This is an opportunity to explore the period rooms and chat about the artworks and history of the Castle in a friendly environment with our trained facilitators Kate and James\nThis event is free of charge but requires advance booking: contact kilkennycastleinfo@opw.ie to reserve your places
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/alzheimer-dementia-inclusive-tour-4/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251221T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251221T163000
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SUMMARY:Free Admission to Kilkenny Castle
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday 21st  December\, Kilkenny Castle will be open free of charge to the public from 9.30am to 4.30pm for all to enjoy the magic of the beautiful decorated period rooms.\nDuring the afternoon\, while wandering through the castle you can enjoy the wonderful music of Dynamica Quartet (from 2:15pm)\n\n\n\nNo advance booking required. Admission will be on a first come\, first served basis\n#OPW #HeritageIreland #IrelandAncientEast #VisitKilkenny #Kilkenny #KilkennyCastle #Christmas
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LOCATION:Kilkenny
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251220T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251220T200000
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CREATED:20251210T124738Z
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SUMMARY:Yulefest Rose Garden Light Up
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to have the Rose Garden all sparkly for Christmas\nTake pictures with family and friends or simply come on your own for a peaceful moment of reflection in one of Kilkenny’s most enchanting spaces.\n\nAccess is free of charge.\n\n\n\nIt will be open on the following evenings 5pm – 8pm:\n• Fri 12th Dec & Sat 13th Dec\n• Fri 19th Dec & Sat 20th Dec\n• Sun 21st Dec & Mon 22nd Dec
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/yulefest-rose-garden-light-up/2025-12-20/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251219T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251219T200000
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CREATED:20251210T124738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T124738Z
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SUMMARY:Yulefest Rose Garden Light Up
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to have the Rose Garden all sparkly for Christmas\nTake pictures with family and friends or simply come on your own for a peaceful moment of reflection in one of Kilkenny’s most enchanting spaces.\n\nAccess is free of charge.\n\n\n\nIt will be open on the following evenings 5pm – 8pm:\n• Fri 12th Dec & Sat 13th Dec\n• Fri 19th Dec & Sat 20th Dec\n• Sun 21st Dec & Mon 22nd Dec
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/yulefest-rose-garden-light-up/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251214T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251214T163000
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SUMMARY:Free admission to Kilkenny Castle
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday 14th  December\, Kilkenny Castle will be open free of charge to the public from 9.30am to 4.30pm for all to enjoy the magic of the beautiful decorated period rooms.\nDuring the afternoon\, while wandering through the castle you can enjoy the wonderful music of the talented pianist\, Helen Hughes (from 2:15pm)\n\n\n\nNo advance booking required. Admission will be on a first come\, first served basis\n#OPW #HeritageIreland #IrelandAncientEast #VisitKilkenny #Kilkenny #KilkennyCastle #Christmas
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/free-admission-to-kilkenny-castle-for-christmas/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251213T193000
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SUMMARY:Bach's Christmas Oratorio - Irish Baroque Orchestra & Chorus
DESCRIPTION:This event is sold out.  \nOPW Kilkenny Castle is pleased to support our cultural partnership with Music in Kilkenny Concert Series once again. The concerts take place in different venues in Kilkenny throughout the season. The Parade Tower\, Kilkenny Castle is delighted to have hosted eight of these in 2025\, with the ninth and final one\, featuring the amazing Irish Baroque Orchestra\, due to place on Saturday 13 December at 7:30pm in the wonderful Picture Gallery of the Castle. \nJohann Sebastian Bach Christmas Oratorio BWV 248 \nFirst performed for Christmas in 1734\, Bach’s Christmas Oratorio comprises six cantatas\, each intended for performance on a feast day in the Christmas period. In this performance the Irish Baroque Orchestra and Chorus present all six cantatas\, for an immersive and enriching audience experience full of joy and peace. \nThe Christmas Oratorio performances are part of the IBO’s ambitious new Bach Cycle 2024 – 2026\, made possible by the generous philanthropic support of an anonymous donor.
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/bachs-christmas-oratorio-irish-baroque-orchestra-chorus/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251213T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251213T200000
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SUMMARY:Yulefest Rose Garden Light Up
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to have the Rose Garden all sparkly for Christmas\nTake pictures with family and friends or simply come on your own for a peaceful moment of reflection in one of Kilkenny’s most enchanting spaces.\n\nAccess is free of charge.\n\n\n\nIt will be open on the following evenings 5pm – 8pm:\n• Fri 12th Dec & Sat 13th Dec\n• Fri 19th Dec & Sat 20th Dec\n• Sun 21st Dec & Mon 22nd Dec
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/yulefest-rose-garden-light-up/2025-12-13/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251212T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251212T200000
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SUMMARY:Yulefest Rose Garden Light Up
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to have the Rose Garden all sparkly for Christmas\nTake pictures with family and friends or simply come on your own for a peaceful moment of reflection in one of Kilkenny’s most enchanting spaces.\n\nAccess is free of charge.\n\n\n\nIt will be open on the following evenings 5pm – 8pm:\n• Fri 12th Dec & Sat 13th Dec\n• Fri 19th Dec & Sat 20th Dec\n• Sun 21st Dec & Mon 22nd Dec
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/yulefest-rose-garden-light-up/2025-12-12/
LOCATION:Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251206T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251206T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T123824
CREATED:20250320T113536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T113536Z
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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 tour Saturday 6th December at 3.30pm\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:http://54.73.152.2/event/irish-sign-language-interpreted-guided-tour-4/
LOCATION:Kilkenny
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251116T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251116T170000
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SUMMARY:Music in Kilkenny Concert Series: Vanbrugh & Friends
DESCRIPTION:OPW Kilkenny Castle is delighted to once again host a number of concerts with Music in Kilkenny. The programme is available now at www.musicinkilkenny.org  \nKeith Pascoe – violin / Marja Gaynor – violin / Simon Aspell – viola / Ed Creedon – viola / Christopher Marwood – cello / Maria O’Connor – cello \nPROGRAMME & PERFORMERS\n\n\n\nLuigi Boccherini String Quintet in E major G.402 \nCharles Villiers Stanford String Quintet in F major Op.85 \nAntonin Dvořák String Sextet in A major Op.48 \nThe very last of well over one hundred string quintets written by the prolific virtuoso cellist Luigi Boccherini\, this charming work is characteristically refined and elegant. Dublin born Charles Villiers Stanford was a significant figure in musical life in the late 19th and early 20th century\, influential as composer\, teacher and conductor. His cheerful and uplifting F major string quintet was recorded by the Vanbrugh Quartet and Garth Knox in 2004 and features a lovely central slow movement inspired by sean-nós singing. \nDvořák’s A major string sextet is truly one of the treasures and great joys of all chamber music. Its gentle optimism offers a precious contrast to the difficulties and complexities of our modern world.
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/music-in-kilkenny-concert-series-vanbrugh-friends/
LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251031T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Dublin:20251031T200000
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SUMMARY:John Bradley Memorial Weekend 2025
DESCRIPTION:The annual John Bradley Memorial Weekend will take place on Friday 31 October and Saturday 1 November 2025.This year’s theme focuses on William Robertson (1770–1850)\, Kilkenny’s first architect.The keynote address will be delivered by Mr John Lucey on Friday night at the Parade Tower\, Kilkenny Castle.\n\n\nFriday: Reception at 6pm\, Lecture at 7pm followed by optional supper at the Clubhouse.Saturday: Robertson Walking Tour: meeting at 10:45am on the Parade.\n\n\nBooking through Kilkenny Archaeological Society as below:Anne – 086 2889016 / Maura – 086 2466594\n\nCost: €20 / €50 (including supper)\n\nFor more info visit https://kilkennyarchaeologicalsociety.ie/
URL:http://54.73.152.2/event/john-bradley-memorial-weekend-2025/
LOCATION:Parade Tower\, OPW Kilkenny Castle\, Kilkenny\, Kilkenny\, R95YRK1\, Ireland
CATEGORIES:Talk
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