We want everyone to feel welcome at our festival. As accessibility can vary between venues, we strongly encourage you to contact venues directly for the most accurate and up-to-date information to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable visit.
Pestilence’ ( Film Screening)Daily
Kilkenny, AD 1349; The Plague has struck. The Doctor has vanished. Who’s to blame? Will it even matter…? Don’t miss this exclusive sneak-preview of ‘Pestilence’, the upcoming debut film from Kilkenny native Fionn Bowes-Fitzpatrick, and starring some of the finest local talents. All proceeds will go towards the completion of the film. Artist/Group: Fionn Bowes-Fitzpatrick […]
Rooted in Writing showcase
Join us for a celebration of new literary voices as emerging local writers take the stage. Developed through the ‘Rooted in Writing’ literary workshop, this event showcases a rich mix of original works of poetry, short stories and essays. Artist/Group: Denise Dowling and Monika Jurkiewicz Website: N/A Booking: N/A Social: N/A
Pestilence’ (Debut Film Screening)
Kilkenny, AD 1349; The plague has struck. The Doctor has vanished! Who’s to blame? Will it even matter? Don’t miss the premiere of ‘Pestilence’, the debut film from Kilkenny native Fionn Bowes-Fitzpatrick, starring some of our finest local talents. Artist/Group: Fionn Bowes-Fitzpatrick (in association with Cult Collective Kilkenny) Price: 10.00 Social: @pestilence_film_2026
Born That Way
As Patrick Lydon’s life ebbs in Callan, he reflects on an extraordinary life trailblazing the development of Camphill, an alternative approach to living, sharing life in community with people of diverse abilities with a vision needed now more than ever. Artist/Group: Éamon Little/Curious Dog Films Website: https://www.bornthatwayfilm.com/ Price: €10.00 Social: @littlevision1966 @curiousdogfilms.ie
Under a Shared Shadow: Stories of Violence Across Two Nations
Dr Monika Jurkiewicz from University of Galway presents a compelling exploration of systemic violence and feminism in contemporary crime fiction from Argentina and Ireland. Featuring works of bestselling authors, this talk delves into how contemporary crime genre confronts pressing issues affecting societies globally. Artist/Group: Dr Monika Jurkiewicz Price: Free admission
Soap Box City Open Mic/Spoken Word – Kilkenny Writers Forum
Kilkenny Writers Forum present ‘Soap Box City’ at Billy Byrnes – Back Room. This year’s theme is ‘JOURNEYS’. Come and listen or share from 2 – 4 (sign up from 1.30pm). We can’t wait to hear what you have to say! Artist/Group: Kilkenny Writers Forum Price: Free admission
Barefoot Reading
Join us on the hill that overlooks the wildflower part of the Castle Park. We will read without shoes or socks, offering each an opportunity to ground into the earth and share what is recieved. Bring your own work or simply speak the words you carry. Artist/Group: Darren Francis Caffrey Website: Not applicable Price: No […]
Living Colour
Living Colour features a painter taking ages to climb into a van, a chatterbox stone carver with the shakes, a dream-painter, an artist staring into fires, a smart-ass satirical animator and the collective of other artists – all sharing Callan’s KCAT studio. Artist/Group: Éamon Little Price: €10 + booking fee (proceeds to a family in […]
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