Events

Join Maire and Anne as they show you how to create your own wool fabric bag using this ancient textile technique.  Learn how to lay down layers of fibers around a resist and then using warm water, soap and your ELBOW GREASE transform the wool into a bag to take home. You will also make a long shoulder strap and discuss ways to embellish and close your bag. Please note this workshop is now full, but you can join the waiting list at the following link: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/naaslibrary/1325480

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.

Join Charlotte for a relaxed workshop creating St Brigid Crosses. This is suitable for beginners or anyone who would like to partake in the tradition with a chat and refreshments. 
Suitable for adults only. Supplies provided.

"During the 'Athy, Spirit of Kildare Festival 2025' artists Anthony Haughey and Cathy Callan will host a legacy exhibition by local communities and a series of talks to celebrate Brigid's weekend on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd of February 2025, at Anthony’s new Athy Art House on Leinster Street, Athy. Carmel Day, singer performer and youth arts mentor will launch the exhibition. Drawing on her own familial history, Cathaoirleach Aoife Breslin will speak on the inspirational women in her life. Dr. Sharon Greene will talk about the renowned local portrait artist Kathleen Shackleton and artist Josephine Hardiman will show us images and tell us about creating the Book of Kildare.