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A lively seafood festival in the picturesque village of Kilmore Quay with lots of food stalls, barbecues and competitions, as well as drama, crafts and music.

Designed around a village green, this centre cultivates the study and celebration of Irish music, song, dance, storytelling and theatre.

One of Ireland’s most dynamic contemporary galleries, the Butler attracts major international artists while also nurturing local talent.

Cashel comes alive each July with this enjoyable event that encompasses live music, free outdoor concerts, literary events, competitions, art exhibitions and theatre.

Relax in the pretty surrounds of this picturesque seaside town while enjoying a fusion of Welsh and Irish traditional music and art.

An action-packed three days with free gigs, exhibitions, street theatre and more. The centrepiece is the beautiful Dunbrody ship anchored at the quays.

This charming 13th-century city was the ancient capital of Ireland and is bursting with historic buildings, shops, design galleries and restaurants – there really is something for everyone.

A highlight in Ireland's musical calendar, this excellent festival incorporates Americana, country, blues, alternative, folk, rockabilly and western swing.

The cream of international comedy acts descend on Kilkenny for what has been called “the best little comedy festival in the world”.

Originally conceived for the production of light opera, the festival has expanded to include popular West End and Broadway musicals and original shows.

An annual celebration featuring live music, horse racing, a rowing regatta, street theatre, open-air markets and more.

For three months every autumn, Wexford town explodes with a much-loved opera festival with excellent productions and unique shows.

One of Europe’s premier choral festivals, the Cork Choral Festival is held annually in Cork City Hall and attracts around 5,000 participants each year. Enjoy four whole days of music in early May.

Cork explodes with all things film-related in October as Ireland’s film fraternity descends on the city. Expect an eclectic selection of films from around the world, and a pure party atmosphere.

Every year this festival entertains around 40,000 revelers with a host of excellent local and international artists. A must for jazz fans.

The city art museum, located right in the heart of Cork City in a stunning building welcomes more than 200,000 visitors a year. The collection comprises over 2,000 works from 18th-century Irish and European painting and sculpture through to modern video installations.

The Killarney Race meeting provides a great opportunity to sample the Irish passion for horse racing.

This isn’t just a beauty pageant, it’s a full-on festival. More than 200,000 visitors from all over the world flock to Tralee for the annual arts festival and, of course, the crowning of the Rose of Tralee.

Founded in 1974, Siamsa Tire’s mission is to present Ireland's wealth of music, dance and folklore drawing on traditions and a rich cultural past.

A seven day international-Irish festival, which takes place in August 2006, featuring concerts and master classes by a fabulous collection of performers within the Irish and Celtic music traditions.