Events

Venue: Solas Bhride Centre, Kildare Town.

Join us for a candlelight pilgrimage at the dawn of springtime and the eve of St. Brigid’s Day.

On the threshold of Spring, we invite you to participate in a short, reflective candlelit walk to St. Brigid’s well. Together we will reflect on St. Brigid’s values and offer space to listen and attend to what healing, hopes and dreams are stirring within.

Assemble at Japanese Garden’s Car Park at 7.15 p.m.
Car facilities also available at Solas Bhride Centre, Tully Road.

One of the most widespread Irish customs associated with St. Brigid is the making of the St. Brigid’s Cross. Participants will have the opportunity to learn how to weave the traditional rush cross.

Presenters: Solas Bhríde Team

Venue: Solas Bhríde Spirituality Centre

Admission: Free Event (Sponsored)

Enquiries to: [email protected] Ph: 045 522890

From 11am to 3pm

A fun, sport-filled day at The Curragh for all the family! This free public event will feature leading Irish sportswomen and sports organisations, in a series of sporting activities, demonstrations, training sessions, meet and greets, and public interviews – with fun for all ages!

“Pause for Peace – A Global Call for Unity and Hope".

This St. Brigid’s Day, February 1st, people worldwide are invited to Pause for Peace—a minute of silence at 12 noon local time. Together, we can send a powerful message of hope, solidarity, and opposition to war and violence.

Launched in 2023 by Kildare Tourism and Solas Bhríde, this inspiring movement celebrates St. Brigid, the Bringer of Peace, and has become a global tradition. Beginning in New Zealand, the Pause for Peace ripples across continents, uniting communities in a shared moment of reflection and commitment to peace.
Join us in answering the call—let’s Pause for Peace and help create a more peaceful world.”

Join Athy Sing & Sign on February 1st for a hands-on experience exploring the art and history of butter making! Discover Irish food heritage, create your own butter, and enjoy a tasting session.

Gleaning wisdom from old customs and traditions

Presenters: Margaret Walsh and Brenda Kindregan

Venue: Solas Bhríde Spirituality Centre

Booking details: www.solasbhride.ie or [email protected] Ph: 045 522890

Starring: Sharon Shannon, Lyra, Irish Women In Harmony, and more!

Doors: 7pm

This free public concert will take place on Brigid’s Day itself and will be the ultimate celebration of the Spirit of Brigid, in the company of some of the most vital Irish female artists of all time – and music laced with a special sense of the courageous Irish female spirit in glorious action.

Spirit of Play - Sustainability Day in Clane Abbey Community Centre. A day packed with hilarious performances, hands-on activities, and games all about sustainability. Experience Animal Yoga for kids to move and play and join the Green Grannies Bingo for a heart warming variety show. Free events, booking essential.

Location: Growing Wild @Littlewood, Donadea

In collaboration with Wild Kids Forest School, we're delighted to have received funding from Brigid, Spirit of Kildare! Come and spend the morning weaving some Brigid's Crosses with us, on my land in Donadea, we'll have fire and tea and tasty treats, and we'll explore making different types of Brigid's crosses and also the God's eye weave!

Venue: St. Brigid’s Well

Car parking facilities are available at Solas Bhríde Spirituality Centre

Celebrating Brigid through traditional music, story, conversation and poetry. Music by Treasa Harkin and Group

Presenters: Solas Bhríde Team

Venue: Solas Bhride Spirituality Centre

Booking details: www.solasbhride.ie or [email protected] Ph: 045 522890

The Allen Heritage and History Brigid day walk will begin with assembly in Allen Hall please register in the hall where volunteers will be on hand. 

The walk sets off in small groups heading to Crosspatrick hill and back through St. Brigid's path and return to Allen Hall for light refreshments and some chat.