County Laois offers a warm welcome and the promise of a unique experience that lingers long after your visit, with its rich heritage, stunning landscapes, and vibrant local charm.
County Laois serves up a delicious taste of Ireland, where local flavours, cosy cafés, and lively pubs offer memorable moments and warm hospitality in every bite and sip.
County Laois invites you to rest and recharge with a range of welcoming accommodation, from charming guesthouses to elegant hotels, all set against a backdrop of peaceful countryside and friendly local charm.
Planning your visit to County Laois is the first step towards a memorable escape, with helpful tips, local insights, and all you need to make the most of your time in this hidden gem of Ireland.
Laois Chamber Alliance brings together Laois Chamber and Laois Tourism under one umbrella—enhancing collaboration, events, and opportunities to build a thriving local economy and promote Laois as a premier destination to live, work, visit, invest, and do business.
County Laois offers a warm welcome and the promise of a unique experience that lingers long after your visit, with its rich heritage, stunning landscapes, and vibrant local charm.
County Laois serves up a delicious taste of Ireland, where local flavours, cosy cafés, and lively pubs offer memorable moments and warm hospitality in every bite and sip.
County Laois invites you to rest and recharge with a range of welcoming accommodation, from charming guesthouses to elegant hotels, all set against a backdrop of peaceful countryside and friendly local charm.
Planning your visit to County Laois is the first step towards a memorable escape, with helpful tips, local insights, and all you need to make the most of your time in this hidden gem of Ireland.
Laois Chamber Alliance brings together Laois Chamber and Laois Tourism under one umbrella—enhancing collaboration, events, and opportunities to build a thriving local economy and promote Laois as a premier destination to live, work, visit, invest, and do business.
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!
Laois Biodiversity Week is back from May 16th to May 25th, and everyone is invited to get out and enjoy the wonderful wildlife and natural places that make our county so special. Come and join us and you will be able to see bats in action during an evening walk, watch birds up close on […]
The Meredith's run an organic suckler beef and tillage farm near Ballylinan, Co Laois. Biodiversity has been an important aspect of the farm over the years with the aim of farming in balance with surrounding ecosystems. The walk will take in a large part of the farm looking at the existing biodiversity and discussing ways […]
Learn about bats with activities for children and discover the secret lives of bats on an evening stroll with Bat Conservation Ireland. Please ensure sensible footwear is used. Bring a torch if possible, children must be accompanied by an adults.
Take a guided walk through farmland and wild habitats in Cullahill, with spectacular views. Coffee and Tea provided, places are limited so booking early is essential.
Excitements are building as we getting to showcase many cultures from North to South, East to west of Africa. We are proud of the African culture and Heritage. Laois Africa Day is happening at Portlaoise Leisure Centre. Africa’s rich culture will be showcased through family-friendly activities, along with music, craft, performances, and educational elements.
Portlaoise Europe Direct Centre are delighted to welcome European Movement Ireland to Portlaoise Library for 'EU Unfiltered', a coffee morning and focus group discussion on EU affairs. If you have an opinion or wish to share your views call into Portlaoise Library, free tea/coffee and refreshments will be available.
Laois le Chéile is an all-inclusive, multi-cultural, inter-generational community arts festival, taking place on the grounds of Laois Music Centre in the heart of Portlaoise town. Activities on the day include music and craft workshops, open mic, musical performances by Laois Community Choir and Music Generation Laois Primary School Singers, with special guest, Sean Keane, […]
The Wild Bee Festival is an annual event coordinated by the National Biodiversity Data Centre, aiming to raise awareness of Ireland’s pollinators and how to help them in local communities. All events are free and booking is not required. Please note children must be accompanied at all times. For walking events, please wear suitable clothing […]
