Bulfin Heritage Cycle
Explores the rich heritage of County Laois on a vintage bike. Along with a leisurely cycle enjoy re-enactments, storytelling, traditional music and amazing food
You’re Welcome to Celebrate with Us
From ancient festivals in the Slieve Bloom Mountains to modern day merry-making, Laois has enjoyed a party more than most for thousands of years. With over 25 festivals held throughout the county every year, you are most definitely invited to celebrate with us.
And from major international music weekends to local fiestas covering everything from scarecrows and storytelling, to drama and literature, you’re sure to find your tribe. Come join us as we celebrate the length and breadth of the county – morning, noon, and night…
Explores the rich heritage of County Laois on a vintage bike. Along with a leisurely cycle enjoy re-enactments, storytelling, traditional music and amazing food
One of the largest agricultural shows in Ireland. It’s family-oriented with something for every-one
We’re delighted to announce that Buds & Blossoms, Laois Garden Festival is taking place at Spink Community Grounds. We are really looking forward to welcoming attendees, speakers and exhibitors for what promises to be a great day of gardening fun for all the family to enjoy.
Ireland's first ever gender balanced music and comedy weekend
This family friendly festival has everything and is jam packed with things to do every day. Come and see the amazing scarecrows that take over the village, enjoy artisan food markets, craft workshops, daily entertainment and lots and lots of things for children to do
Visit Laois this August and wander The Twin Trees Festival, a three day outdoor painting event taking place in Heywood Gardens on day one, the woodlands and lakes on day two and Ballinakill Village on day three. With past participants and new artists on the scene, we welcome all to visit Laois to see the very picturesque Ballinakill on canvas. Let's celebrate art and culture in Laois.
A weekend celebrating words, written, spoken, acted, and sung! Writing Workshops, Open Mic's, Theatre, Children's Events, Music, Walks, Talks and much more, all happening in Abbeyleix Town.
The National Ploughing Championships will return to Ratheniska in 2023, taking place from September 19th to 21st. Attracting an annual attendance of almost 300,000 this spectacular annual “Farming Festival” has it all.
The weekend of April the 20th and 21st will see a major new event take place in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands around the Slieve Bloom mountain bike trails, with events in both Offaly and Laois hosting a series of family-friendly bike-themed activities.
The Half-Door Club international Music and Dance Festival is a four-day event of set dancing and traditional music in Castletown, Co. Laois. There are 5 ceilidh and 3 workshops and sessions throughout.
Embrace Change, Ignite Vitality and Flourish in Perimenopause, Menopause & Post Menopause.
Welcome to the Nourish & Flow Festival, a transformative glamping retreat thoughtfully designed for individuals navigating the intricate stages of Perimenopause, Menopause, and Post Menopause. Nestled in the tranquil grounds of Ballykilcavan, Stradbally, Co. Laois, our festival invites you to embark on a rejuvenating journey from August 23rd to 25th, 2024.
Celebrate Culture Night in Laois at some of the wide variety of free arts and culture events for people of all ages
Summertime Boutique Festival to enjoy, Forest Fest at Emo Village for a weekend of music and arts. Forest Fest is aimed at a discerning audience, our objective to ensure a quality, close-up, close quarters, quality gig experience with numbers strictly limited.
Our event is all about sharing the story of a village in Co. Laois, that is steeped in centuries of history; from monks, monasteries and Vikings, to the famine, the War of Independence and beyond.
The brainchild of Dale McKay & Siobhan Buckley, Portlaoise Trad Fest was established in 2023 with the aim of showcasing the wonderful talent and the hunger there is for traditional music in Co Laois.
The first Laois Pride Festival was established in 2022 by a small team of incredible volunteers, helped by Midlands LGBT+ Project. We are delighted to see it continue and grow into 2023 and beyond!
A community led festival promoting the heritage of the Old Fort Quarter heritage in Portlaoise County Laois. A weekend of great music acts, family fun, heritage talks and displays and more.
Ireland's longest running walking festival - with a variety of walks over 3 days aimed at different walking abilities
County Laois celebrates creativity in older age with the annual May-time Bealtaine Festival. The Bealtaine festival is co-ordinated by the Laois Arts Office
Another huge weekend in Laois for motoring enthusiasts from all over Ireland and abroad