The Tipperary International Song of Peace and the Darby Ryan International Poetry Contest are annual international competitions celebrating the power of music and poetry to promote peace, creativity, and cultural understanding. Held at Templeneiry Old Church, Bansha, Co. Tipperary, they welcome entries from around the world.

The Song of Peace invites original songs inspired by peace, hope, and humanity, while the Darby Ryan Poetry Contest honours the legacy of Bansha poet Darby Ryan by encouraging original poetry from emerging and established writers.

Enjoy an awesome in-person event packed with inspiring poetry and soulful songs celebrating peace.

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