Happenings in Kilkenny's Heart
Discover what's on in County Kilkenny's rich heritage scene. This page is dedicated to bringing locals the best traditional music, heritage festivals, and local lectures organised by various groups across our vibrant community. Come along, participate, and keep our history alive.

Your guide to local heritage events
Are you a Kilkenny local passionate about our heritage? This is your go-to source for what's happening. We share information on captivating traditional music evenings, lively heritage festivals, and insightful local lectures. All organised by various groups right here in our area, these events offer unique opportunities to connect with our culture.

Honouring John O'Donovan in Slieverue
Slieverue, our very own community, proudly holds the legacy of the renowned Gaelic scholar and antiquarian, John O'Donovan.
Here at Éigse Sliabh Rua - Uí Dea, we are dedicated to honouring his profound contributions to our nation by making our history and culture accessible to everyone in our community.
We encourage you to explore local initiatives that celebrate this heritage and more.

Join in and celebrate our heritage
We want you to visit, join in, and truly be a part of our thriving heritage community here in Kilkenny. After exploring the local goings-on, be sure to check out our blog for deeper insights and our 'Events Calendar' for upcoming activities organised directly by Éigse Sliabh Rua - Uí Dea. Your participation strengthens our cultural fabric.