The Festivals and Events in Ireland are essential features of the culture of the land and as a tourist you should also take care to participate in these so that you get to know about the richness that is associated with it. The Irish people have always liked to party and festivals are an innate part of their social lives. Here are some of the most important festivals -
St. Patrick's Festival- Patrick’s Festival is the annual celebration of Ireland’s national holiday. These events highlight the best artistry that the country has to offer. There is music, fireworks, street theatre and dance. There is also a treasure hunt, visual art exhibitions and also the St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
Listowel Writers Week - Writers' Week is a very important event among all the other fairs and festivals in Ireland. There are programs that direct, guide the emerging writer. There are competitions, workshops, seminars, lectures, readings, publication of authors’ work that are held. The colorful, cultural events are interesting to all.
The Cat Laughs Festival, Kilkenny is Ireland’s favorite festival. This festival is one of the best comedy festivals in the world. This famous festival attracts national and international comedians and comedy improvisers, the comedy festival provides for total fun and exhilaration. You will have five days of unadulterated fun and laughter with over 85 live performances in 14 of Kilkenny’s most popular venues.
The Clonmel Junction Festival - The Clonmel Junction Festival is one of the most popular festivals in Ireland. It is celebrated for nine days and nights. The Clonmel, Co. Tipperary is transformed and animated by colorful hand painted banners, flags and the entire city is full of free live musical events. But the heart of the festival lies in the theatres and music venues that host over 50 performances of top class Irish and International acts.
Puck Fair is one of Ireland's most unusual street festivals. It is one of Ireland's oldest celebrated events and it is held without fail on 10th, 11th and 12th August every year. There are 12 hours of free family street entertainment.
Kilkenny Arts Festival : Kilkenny plays host to Ireland and the world's finest artists.
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