Events

Brigid's Worlds

Brought to you by Kildare County Council and Maynooth University

Dates: September 13th and 14th 2024. The life and times of St Brigid and her Church of Kildare from the 5th to the 9th centuries.

Time and Date: 7 PM to 9 PM on January 23rd and 30th
Location: Straffan Community Hall

In this beginner's workshop, you will learn how to create a screen-printed design using a paper stencil. We'll guide you through the process step-by-step, from sketching your design to cutting out stencils and transferring your image onto fabric. No prior experience is necessary — just bring your creativity!

Line-up: Megan O’Neill & Friends

The M52 is making its journey from Robertstown to Sallins Grand Canal for the opening night of the St. Brigid’s Festival 2025, bringing with it a truly magical experience. From the deck of this century-old canal barge, Megan O’Neill and friends will deliver an unforgettable floating concert as audiences gather along the banks of the Grand Canal.

Spirit of Play – Creativity Day Riverbank, Newbridge, January 25th

Be inspired by St. Brigid and unleash your creative side at this celebratory day of inclusive family events. Experience Wet Felting with Tamzen Lundy, Moving Words with Selma Daniels and StrongWomen Science. Free events, booking essential.

The Wonderful Barn, Leixlip, Co. Kildare

Line-Up: Professor Noel Fitzpatrick (Channel 4’s Supervet and No.1 best-selling author), Michelin Green Star restauranteur Jess Murphy of Kai Restaurant in Galway, storyteller Helena Byrne, Elaine McDonald of Saor Dance, Jennie Cantwell & the Koru Wellness team. Local historian Denis McCarthy.

A family-friendly event dedicated to health, wellness and en-joy-ment, This Wonderful World: A Day For Wellness & Joy will feature a wide range of activities for adults and children, wellness workshops, sound therapy sessions and a fantastic range of artisan food trucks.

Free Spinning & Carding drop-in workshop, Kildare Town Library. Locally sourced Curragh fleece carded and spun into wool.

The Wonderful Barn, Leixlip, Co. Kildare
Doors: 7:15pm

Start time: 8pm
Starring: Mary Coughlan, HamsandwicH, Orla Gartland, Lisa O’Neill & More!

A star-studded concert celebrating the theme This Wonderful World and featuring some of Ireland’s leading female artists. Set on the specially built stage of the Wonderful World marquee, with the iconic Wonderful Barn as a backdrop, this concert will connect the spirit of Brigid with the primal power of This Wonderful World we are determined to safeguard, to love and to en-joy…

Dreamland Ballroom, The Arch, Kilkenny Rd, Blackparks, Athy, Co. Kildare

Starring: Bob Geldof, Robert Grace, Danny O’Reilly, Amble, Jack L, Robert Grace and local Athy band MOA.

In the spirit of positivity and inclusivity that runs throughout Brigid 2025 Festival, the concert will bring together some of Ireland’s leading artists to celebrate the 'He For She' ideal, adding a new dimension to the Brigid’s Day proceedings in which men share the festival, and its core message, of female empowerment.

Tuesday 28th January: Athy Library 6pm.

Wednesday 29th January: Naas Library & Cultural Centre 7pm.

Thursday 30th January: Kildare Town Library 6.30pm

Celebrate St. Brigid’s Day with an unforgettable evening of songs, stories and reflections from Edel Meade. The award-winning performing artist and Tipperary woman will present a rich tapestry of music and anecdotes to honour Brigid, Gobnait and Sheela-na-gig, celebrating the Divine Feminine and reflecting on how ancient wisdom can inform our present and future.

Luxe Landscape Theatre will lead a grand fiery processional event through the main street of Maynooth on Thursday January 30th. Gathering at 7.15pm – procession leaves at 7.30pm. Dress for the weather. Photography and filming will be in progress. No tickets are required for this event.

Fri 31st: Sunrise: 7am – 8.15am, Fri 31st: Sunset: 3.45pm - 5.15pm, Sat 1st: Sunrise: 7am - 8.15am, Sat 1st: Sunset: 3.45pm - 5.15pm, Sun 2nd: Sunrise: 7am - 8.15am, Sun 2nd: Sunset: 3.45pm - 5.15pm, Mon 3rd: Sunrise: 7am - 8.15am

Join artist James Winnett on a guided tour of the Stones of the Hollow Hill, a new public artwork for Kerdiffstown Park near Naas. James will share the inspiration behind the work, insights into the carving process and guide you through the story across the 18 stones. The tour will conclude at the summit of the hill with an opportunity to witness the Brigid's Day solar alignment at sunrise / sunset (weather permitting).

Leixlip Library

Suitable for ages 5 – 12.

Celebrate St. Brigid with Dúlra Forest School! Discover St. Brigid's Day traditions from the past, learn an Irish song about Brigid and participate in retelling the story of Bríd with Irish vocabulary and your own Pictionary. Make a Brigid's cross or a Brídóg (Brigid’s doll) to take home.