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Kilkenny Arts Festival
Kilkenny City, Co. Kilkenny
8 August - 18 August 2024
Family friendly
Since its foundation in 1974, Kilkenny Arts Festival has gathered many of the world’s finest musicians, performers, writers and artists in Ireland’s medieval city.

For ten days in August, the city’s historic churches, castle, courtyards, townhouses & gardens offer a magical setting for unique collaborations and intimate encounters between audiences & artists.

From outdoor theatre to contemporary dance, the Festival is dedicated to staging events of the highest calibre, thrilling audiences of all kinds. As they begin their second half century, they look forward to welcoming you to Ireland’s Medieval City for a rich and eclectic programme. Their wonderful city is constantly evolving, mapping new stories on to old stone, and this year’s programme is a reflection of that – a celebration of place and possibility.

Readers are advised to check with the organiser before relying on the details published here.

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Kilkenny, Ireland
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