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Kerry’s top festivals and events such as Ireland Bikefest and the Rose of Tralee International Festival attract visitors from across Ireland and around the globe. We're known for hosting the iconic Other Voices music festival in the dark of winter and celebrating St. Patrick's Day throughout the county with vibrant parades and concerts.

 

Kerry's Iconic Festivals

The Celtic year is celebrated at Imbolc (Spring), Bealtaine (Summer), Lughnasa (Autumn) and Samhain (Winter) with highlights including the Mid-Kerry Biddy's Day Festival, Féile na Bealtaine and Puck Fair. Samhain Chiarraí brings family friendly art and craft workshops and street performances all around the county. Culture Night held annually in September is a superb way to sample the culture and colour of Kerry wherever you are as the entire country celebrates an evening of music, arts, parades and performances with thousands of free activities on offer. 

 

Welcoming To All

Our neurodivergent friendly and accessible events are growing, with Autism Friendly Killarney presenting Ablefest during the annual St. Patrick's Day festivities, and a sensory friendly space for watching Christmas in Killarney parades too.

 

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Itineraries & Travel Guides

Mid Kerry Biddy's Day Festival 2024

BIDDYS FESTIVAL CELEBRATES IMBOLC, SPRING & ST. BRIGID

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The Mid Kerry Biddy's Festival takes place over the February bank holiday weekend in Killorglin. The ‘Biddy’ is an Irish cultural custom which honours St. Brigid and the ancient Celtic festival of Imbolc. Imbolc (Feb 1st) is one of the four Celtic seasonal festivals—along with Beltaine, Lughnasadh…

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Hero Gathering Music & Art Festival

Experience Traditional Music and Dance in Killarney

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Every March, Killarney becomes a hub of music, movement and Irish cultural celebration as The Gathering Festival of Music & Arts returns for another unforgettable weekend of toe-tapping, roof-raising festivities. Taking place from March 4th to 8th, 2026, this vibrant festival brings together some of…

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Hero - Moya Festival

Discover Ballybunion: Wellness, Creativity & Coastal Charm

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Ballybunion, perched on Kerry’s stunning North Kerry Coast, is a town where golden beaches meet a welcoming community, perfect for both adventure and relaxation. Known for its dramatic cliffs, sweeping seascapes, and a host of local activities, Ballybunion isn’t just a destination—it’s an…

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Hero Dark Sky Reserve

Kerry Nights: A Celebration of Our Starry Skies

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Kerry is celebrated for its dramatic landscapes and untamed beauty, but its nights hold a magic all their own. On a clear evening along the Iveragh Peninsula, the Milky Way stretches overhead, planets shine brightly, and shooting stars streak across the sky — a rare spectacle in today’s world of…

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Hero Tralee Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year Celebrations Light Up Tralee

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Tralee comes alive each year to truly welcome Chinese New Year, bringing people from all backgrounds together. Chinese New Year, also called Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, is one of the most important celebrations in Chinese culture. With a history spanning over 4,000 years, it marks the start…

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Local Voices, Real Experiences

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Those who know Kerry best love to share their secrets — the trails, beaches, cafés, and hidden gems that make the Kerry truly unforgettable. Our locals are warm, welcoming, and always happy to point you toward the experiences that make a day in Kerry special. From the tranquil shores of the Skellig…

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Connecting You to Kerry

Kerry is closely connected, from our people to our places. Kerry Airport is located centrally, with bus connections and car hire at the airport, and a rail link just fifteen minutes walk at the nearby village of Farranfore. Irish rail, Bus Eireann and TFI Local Link Kerry connect the county, with local destinations providing Bike Hire, Jaunting Carts, on demand bus services (TFI Anseo in Killarney). Car and passenger ferries link Kerry with Clare from Tarbert - Killmer, to Valentia Island from the Iveragh Peninsula and from the Dingle Peninsula to the Blasket Islands. 

Boat, kayak, food, walking and cycling tours are available throughout Kerry. Our endless cycle and walking trails await you throughout the county - take a look at our guide to Walks, Parks & Greenways for more inspiration.

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