• Kildare County Council GDPR Notice for Brigid, Spirit of Kildare Festival 2026

    Crowd Photography & Filming Please note that photography/filming will be taking place at Kildare County Council events for promotional and archival purposes. The photographs and recordings taken are likely to be used for promotional use and will appear on our website. If you would prefer not to be photographed please let the photographer or videographer […]

  • Féile Bríde 2026 – The Eyes of the Storm – Photo Exhibition

    Solas Bhríde Spirituality Centre Tully Rd, Tully East, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare

    Solas Bhride Centre is delighted to host Trócaire’s photo exhibition centred on the work of climate activists around the world. The exhibition will run throughout the Féile

  • Brigid’s Cross making with Willow Wonder

    Cruinniú Chill Dara Festival Tent, Áras Chill Dara, Devoy Park, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 X77F, Ireland

    It is said that, St Brigid wove a cross from the rushes of a floor mat, as she taught a dying man about Christianity. This cross appears with a woven diamond in the centre, with 3 or 4 arms. Hanging a Brigid's cross from the rafters of one's house on February 1st was believed to […]

  • Make your own St. Brigid’s Cross

    The Square Kildare Town, Ireland

    Join Wild Kids Forest School for this family friendly event and learn about the local traditions and folklore associated with St. Brigid. Date: 02/02/26 Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Venue: The Square, Kildare Town

  • Brigid’s Busking Festival

    Market Square & Surrounding Areas Kildare Town

    Looking for a great day out this Bank Holiday? Join us in Kildare Town for Brigid’s Busking Festival, a vibrant celebration of live music, street performance, and community spirit. Building on the success of last year, the festival returns bigger and better, featuring a lively mix of talented buskers and performers bringing the streets to […]

  • How to Gael Live

    Cruinniú Chill Dara Festival Tent, Áras Chill Dara, Devoy Park, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 X77F, Ireland

    Address: Crinniu Chill Dara, Festival Tent, Áras Chill Dara, Devoy Park, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 X77F Date: 02/02/26 Time: 14:00 Doors open 13:30 Arrive early for Brigid's Cross Making at 13:00 Tickets available below: Buy Tickets 'How To Gael is Ireland’s number one bilingual podcast and has quickly amassed a cult following at home and […]

  • Féile Bríde 2026 – Kildare through the Ages: A Journey across the Curragh

    Step back in time and explore Kildare’s history on the legendary Curragh. Facilitators: Kevin O’Kelly, Mary Lenihan Registration: 2.00 p.m. at Solas Bhride Spirituality Centre 2.15 p.m. Bus departing Cost: €10.00 (incl. cost of bus & tea/co­ee) Bus will bring participants to The Curragh Booking details: www.solasbhride.ie or info@solasbhride.ie Ph: 045 522890 Please dress weather […]

  • Altan and Madra Salach

    Cruinniú Chill Dara Festival Tent, Áras Chill Dara, Devoy Park, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 X77F, Ireland

    Tickets are now on sale below: Buy Tickets Over 16's accompanied. Address: Crinniu Chill Dara, Festival Tent, Áras Chill Dara, Devoy Park, Naas, Co. Kildare, W91 X77F Date: 02/02/26 Time: 8 p.m. Doors open 7:30 p.m. Madra Salach open the show at 8:00 p.m. Altan stands firmly at the forefront of traditional Irish music—trailblazers who […]

  • Féile Bríde 2026 – Stepping into Spring: Morning Meditation

    Solas Bhríde Spirituality Centre Tully Rd, Tully East, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare

    Venue: Solas Bhríde Spirituality Centre Time: 10.00 a.m. – 10.30 a.m. Admission: Free - All welcome. Booking details: www.solasbhride.ie or info@solasbhride.ie Ph: 045 522890

  • Féile Bríde 2026 – Sacred Circle Dance

    Solas Bhríde Spirituality Centre Tully Rd, Tully East, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare

    Join hands and hearts in a shared circle dance honouring Brigid and the promise of Spring. Presenters: Terry Hennessy, Betty White Time: 10.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m. Venue: Solas Bhride Spirituality Centre Admission: €15.00 (incl tea/coff­ee) No previous experience needed. Booking details: www.solasbhride.ie or info@solasbhride.ie Ph: 045 522890

  • Brigid Film Season 2026 – Four Mothers

    Kilcullen Bridge Cinema

    Darren Thornton’s  remake of the Italian film Mid-August Lunch is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. An impeccable cast skillfully capture the film’s emotional core while delivering knockout comedy performances. Edward is an Irish novelist whose career has stalled due to the demands of caring for his ailing mother Alma. He’s kept sane by a group of friends […]

  • Féile Bríde 2026 – Open Heart: An Exploration of Hospitality

    Solas Bhríde Spirituality Centre Tully Rd, Tully East, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare

    Join us as we re­flect on the practice of hospitality, inspired by the generosity and compassion of St. Brigid. Presenters: Solas Bhríde Team Time: 7.30 p.m – 8.15 p.m. Venue: Solas Bhríde Spirituality Centre Admission: €5.00 In person and online event. Link for online participants will be forwarded on the morning of the 3rd. Booking […]