Welcome to Carlow

You won’t find a warmer welcome  in Ireland or a better location for your next getaway. Carlow is a place where breath-taking scenery, outdoor adventures, fabulous food and culture combine to create unforgettable experiences.

Discover the timeless and unspoiled Carlow landscape. Picturesque villages, meandering rivers, rolling hills combined with the colourful tales of our people, past and present. Explore our rich heritage and vibrant present. Feel inspired. Feel charmed. Feel free. Wander off the Track and uncover a world of hidden gems in Carlow

#KeepDiscovering Ireland’s Ancient East with Carlow.

PAN CELTIC INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL 2024

April 2nd – April 6th

The 50th International Pan Celtic Festival is a celebration of the Celtic cultures of Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Brittany, Isle of Man and Cornwall in music, song, dance, languages, costumes, sport and story.

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60 minutes ago

☀️ On May 1st join Éanna Nì Lamhna for an opportunity to walk through Altamont Gardens for their annual dawn chorus. You can hear the beautiful birdsong from 4.30 a.m. with Eanna providing a great overview of the variety of birds and surrounding nature.

Immerse yourself in the early morning magic and let the dawn chorus awaken your senses to the wonders of the natural world. This is not just an event; it’s a celebration of nature’s awakening in a truly beautiful setting. Explore the varied landscapes of this 40-acre estate – from formal and informal gardens to wild and wooded areas, each offering a unique backdrop to the morning’s chorus.

This event is suitable for all ages and provides a unique educational experience for both children and adults.
Tickets available at altamontgardens@opw.ie
Tickets are limited for this event!

Siopa Glas Ballon OPW - Office of Public Works
#WanderOffTheTrack #Carlow #inCarlow #KeepDiscovering #IrishNature #Nature #walkingtrails #PlacestoSee #IrelandsAncientEast #CarlowTourism #CarlowEvents #Gardens #AltamontGardens #DawnChorus
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☀️ On May 1st join Éanna Nì Lamhna for an opportunity to walk through Altamont Gardens for their annual dawn chorus. You can hear the beautiful birdsong from 4.30 a.m. with Eanna providing a great overview of the variety of birds and surrounding nature.

Immerse yourself in the early morning magic and let the dawn chorus awaken your senses to the wonders of the natural world. This is not just an event; it’s a celebration of nature’s awakening in a truly beautiful setting. Explore the varied landscapes of this 40-acre estate – from formal and informal gardens to wild and wooded areas, each offering a unique backdrop to the morning’s chorus.

This event is suitable for all ages and provides a unique educational experience for both children and adults.
Tickets available at altamontgardens@opw.ie
Tickets are limited for this event!

Siopa Glas Ballon OPW - Office of Public Works 
#WanderOffTheTrack #Carlow #inCarlow #KeepDiscovering #IrishNature #Nature #walkingtrails #PlacestoSee #IrelandsAncientEast #CarlowTourism #CarlowEvents #Gardens #AltamontGardens #DawnChorus
5 hours ago

🚴‍♀🚴Get ready for Bike Week in Carlow running from Saturday May 11th to Sunday May 19th.

Bike Week is a celebration and promotion of all that’s great about bikes and cycling. From free bike checks to fun cycles, heritage cycles, electric bike races, school cycling events, bike festivals and road races there’s lots to enjoy during Bike Week in Carlow with something to whet the interest of every age and ability.

Keep an eye on carlowsports.ie/bike-week/ for future updates on this year’s events!

County Carlow Sports Partnership #BikeWeek2024
#WanderOffTheTrack #keepdiscovering #carlowtourism #carlow #incarlow #discoverireland #tourismireland #irelandsancienteast
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🚴‍♀🚴Get ready for Bike Week in Carlow running from Saturday May 11th to Sunday May 19th. 

Bike Week is a celebration and promotion of all that’s great about bikes and cycling. From free bike checks to fun cycles, heritage cycles, electric bike races, school cycling events, bike festivals and road races there’s lots to enjoy during Bike Week in Carlow with something to whet the interest of every age and ability.

Keep an eye on https://carlowsports.ie/bike-week/ for future updates on this year’s events! 

County Carlow Sports Partnership  #BikeWeek2024
#WanderOffTheTrack #keepdiscovering #carlowtourism #carlow #incarlow #discoverireland #tourismireland #irelandsancienteast
1 day ago

Come and join the Ballon Rambling House in the Ballon GAA Centre this April!

Starting on April 28th 2024, 7.30pm to 11pm, the event will run on the last Sunday of each month thereafter. Hosted by Siopa Glas Ballon, this monthly event is perfect for storytellers, musicians, and listeners alike.

Refreshments and a raffle will take place during each monthly event.

#wanderoffthetrack #carlow #carlowtourism #keepdiscovering #inCarlow #ballon #localmusic
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Come and join the Ballon Rambling House in the Ballon GAA Centre this April! 

Starting on April 28th 2024, 7.30pm to 11pm, the event will run on the last Sunday of each month thereafter. Hosted by Siopa Glas Ballon, this monthly event is perfect for storytellers, musicians, and listeners alike. 

Refreshments and a raffle will take place during each monthly event.

#WanderOffTheTrack #Carlow #carlowtourism #keepdiscovering #incarlow #Ballon #localmusic
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