The Pembroke Hotel Kilkenny

Calendar of Events 2010 
Kilkenny's winding medieval slipways, central location, and vibrant nightlife make it the perfect festival location. From May through November is festival season in Kilkenny. Check out below some of the upcoming events & festival in Kilkenny during 2010.

Guinness Kilkenny Rhythm and Roots Festival
Dates: April 30th to May 3rd 2010
Rhythm n Roots Weekend featuring the best in Americana, Bluegrass, Folk and Blues by Irish and international acts in venues throughout Kilkenny city.
Web: www.kilkennyroots.com

Carlsberg Cat Laughs Comedy Festival
Dates: June Bank Holiday Weekend 2010
A five day international festival of stand up comedy - rated as one of the top five in the world. Full line up and ticket booking details are now available. 
Web:
www.carlsbergcatlaughs.com   
www.thecatlaughs.com   

Ballykeeffe Amphitheatre - Mid Summer Festival
Dates: June to August 2010 – Dates to be confirmed
An outdoor auditorium for theatrical, musical events and concerts - lectures, music, concerts, theatre, family fun and more. Web: www.ballykeeffe.com

Thomastown Traditional Music Festival
Dates: August 2010 - Dates to be confirmed
Traditional music weekend over the August Bank Holiday weekend 2010 taking place in various venues in Thomastown. 

Iverk Agricultural Show
Date: September 2010
The Iverk show dates back to 1826 and still flourishes to this day. One of the largest agricultural shows in the country it is very much a family day. Entrants contend for a prize in the agricultural classes.Web: www.iverkshow.com   

Kilkenny Celtic Festival
Dates: September/October 2010
A festival dedicated to appreciation of all things Celtic, Irish Language song, music, dance and even food. A total of 79 events during the 10 day festival Web: www.celticfestival.ie

Castlecomer Writers Festival
Dates: Late September 2010
Writers Festival to be held Castlecomer attracting a number of high profile writers, such as Shelia O’Flanagan, Anita Notaro and Martina Reilly to attend and give workshops with something for all ages including: fireworks, a bouncy castle, puppet show, face painting, book sale, music, films, a fantastic play and so much more!Web: www.mylocaltown.ie www.nevillethompson.com
www.kilkennytourism.ie

Savour Kilkenny Gourmet Food Festival
Dates: October Bank Holiday Weekend 2010 
A three day gourmet festival in Ireland’s medieval capital – with food tours, International Tabbouleh Competition, Tasting Workshops, Street Markets and much more. Web: www.savourkilkenny.com

Irish Conker Championship 2010
Dates: October Bank Holiday Weekend 2010
Come to Kilkenny for the ancient game of conkers, outdoor family day includes additional events, games, food and exhibitions.Web: www.irishconkerchampionship.com

The 2010 Duiske Concert Season
Dates: November 2010- Dates to be confirmed
Classical and Traditional music in a 13th century abbey featuring a wide range of classical and Irish traditional musicians and singers.Web: www.duiskeconcerts.ie