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What’s On Guide

With over 60 events happening each month, you are sure to have fun in county Laois! From internationally recognised festivals such as Electric Picnic, to ancient celebrations in the Slieve Bloom Mountains there is something for everyone.

Laois hosts a multitude of events and festivals from  hilarious comedy shows to reconnecting with nature it’s all waiting to be discovered in our What’s On Guide!

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The Ossory Agricultural Show Rathdowney

The Ossory Show prides itself on being an extremely enjoyable, fun-filled day for all the family, with an array of attractions, entertainment and activities to appeal to all age groups – with something for absolutely […]

Charity Cycle For The Homeless

Join us for the Cycle for the Homeless at Portlaoise Plaza this July. This charity cycling event offers two routes: a challenging 100 KM and a more moderate 53 KM. Support a great cause and […]

€30

Midland Indian Festival 2024

This event  is for the first time in Co. Laois focuses on Multi Cultural  Events and Sport from all Ireland especially midlands  and will be enriched with Entertainments for all age categories. Variety of activities […]

Free

Needle Felting Workshop

Learn how to create one of a kind piece of art with Sandra Reynolds using needle felting technique. All supplies provided , light snack, tea or coffee. No previous experience required places are limited so […]

€70

Mountrath Cottage Market

Looking forward to another wonderful market. Come along, meet your neighbours, get some treats and support local producers. The Cottage Market will take place on the last Sunday of every month. This is a very […]

Free

Farm Animal Craft Table

Abbeyleix library is delighted to have a series of Craft tables taking place on Saturdays through July. The next will be a Farm Animal Craft Table event. Come and join in on the Summer Stars […]

Free

Relay For Life Laois 2024

Relay for Life is a unique and beautiful opportunity to celebrate those that have survived cancer, remember loved ones lost to cancer, and to stand shoulder to shoulder with those battling cancer. We are happy […]

Free

Blind Dog at Kavanaghs Bar & Venue

Catch the blues-rock trio Blind Dog at Kavanaghs. They are a three piece Blues/Rock band based in the midlands. If you have never heard them before, make sure you come along on the night and […]

Free