Brigid, Spirit of Kildare
Five days of music, art, culture, and family-friendly activities that celebrate Brigid’s enduring legacy and spirit.
The Brigid 2026 | Spirit of Kildare Festival is an inclusive county-wide celebration that invites locals and visitors to experience Kildare’s creativity, culture, and community spirit.
Kildare County Council is delighted to announce that the festival will run this year from Thursday 29 January to Monday 2 February.
The festival delivers a vibrant, five-day programme of music, art, culture, and family-friendly activities that celebrate Brigid’s enduring legacy and spirit.
Enjoy unforgettable performances from chart-topping bands, headline acts, and thrilling live events. The festival programme features an incredible lineup of artists, performers, and family-friendly experiences.
The 2026 programme builds on the success of previous years, offering a mix of free and ticketed events, designed to welcome all audiences and celebrate the best of Kildare’s culture and community.
Picture This, The Homecoming
Kildare County Council and the Brigid - Spirit of Kildare Festival 2026 are delighted to announce that one of Ireland’s biggest bands, Picture This,…
Spirit of Kildare Awards 2026
Brigid – Spirit of Kildare Festival 2026 and Kildare County Council are delighted to announce the launch of the Spirit of Kildare Awards 2026,…
The Blindboy Podcast Live
Join Blindboy and other guests, for the Blindboy Podcast Live, in this ticketed event which will take place at “Cruinniú Chill Dara”, Devoy Park,…
Luxe – February 1st 2026
LUXE will lead a grand fiery processional event for the Spirit of Kildare Festival. Mark the end of the darkness of Winter and the…