The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari: Silent film with live score by Eric Sweeney & 3epkano
St Canice’s Cathedral
Eric Sweeney joins 3epkano to perform a live score to the silent film The Cabinet of Dr Caligari in St. Canice's Cathedral
Sunday Miscellany: RTE Radio 1
The Watergate Theatre
Join Clíodhna Ní Anluain and a terrific selection of writers and musicians for a special recording of Sunday Miscellany Live from the Watergate Theatre
Cathal Coughlan and the Grand Necropolitan Quintet
The Watergate Theatre
Cork’s Cathal Coughlan showcases his extraordinary voice in the company of long-term collaborators, the Grand Necropolitan Quintet.
Susan McKeown & Christine Tobin
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel - Kilbride Suite
Grammy-winning vocalist Susan McKeown and eclectic singer/songwriter Christine Tobin use poetry as their inspiration for this unique gig.
James Vincent McMorrow
St Canice’s Cathedral
Discover James Vincent McMorrow's soulful voice and wistful melodies in the awe-inspiring surrounds of St. Canice's Cathedral.
Kilkenny 100 Years Ago
Newpark Hotel
A distinguished panel of speakers reveal what the 1911 Census can tell us about the world of our great-grandparents
T with the Maggies with Donal Lunny
St Canice’s Cathedral
A very special night in St. Canice's with Tríona and Maighread Ní Dhomhnaill, Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and Moya Brennan.
Amarilli Trio
The Parade Tower
Kilkenny's Maria Ryan makes a welcome return with the Amarilli Trio, performing sparkling string trios from Beethoven and Schubert
Camerata Kilkenny
The Black Abbey
The acclaimed ensemble return to Kilkenny with a breathtaking range of works by Bach and Telemann
Hypnotic Brass Ensemble
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel - Kilbride Suite
Their raw, exuberant sound, melding hip hop with jazz, is like the soundtrack to the coolest movie you ever saw.
Paul Muldoon & Michael Longley, Introduced by Olivia O’Leary
St Canice’s Cathedral
A rare chance to hear these two great Northern Irish poets as they share the stage at St Canice's. This will be a memorable night.
Kilkenny Arts Festival Choir
St Canice’s Cathedral
A 100-strong choir joins forces with leading singers and performers for a rousing finale in St Canice's
Gemma Hayes with Ann Scott
St. John’s Priory
Tipperary’s Gemma Hayes's eclectic blend of folk, prog rock and electronica has been winning over audiences at home and abroad.
Luka Bloom & Friends
Set Theatre
A night of rousing, heartfelt songs and outstanding musicianship in the Set.
Cashell Trio
St Canice’s Cathedral
Multi-talented siblings join forces to perform piano trios by Beethoven, Shostakovich and Lalo
The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari: Silent film with live score by Eric Sweeney & 3epkano
St Canice’s Cathedral
Eric Sweeney joins 3epkano to perform a live score to the silent film The Cabinet of Dr Caligari in St. Canice's Cathedral
Sunday Miscellany: RTE Radio 1
The Watergate Theatre
Join Clíodhna Ní Anluain and a terrific selection of writers and musicians for a special recording of Sunday Miscellany Live from the Watergate Theatre
Cathal Coughlan and the Grand Necropolitan Quintet
The Watergate Theatre
Cork’s Cathal Coughlan showcases his extraordinary voice in the company of long-term collaborators, the Grand Necropolitan Quintet.
Susan McKeown & Christine Tobin
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel - Kilbride Suite
Grammy-winning vocalist Susan McKeown and eclectic singer/songwriter Christine Tobin use poetry as their inspiration for this unique gig.
James Vincent McMorrow
St Canice’s Cathedral
Discover James Vincent McMorrow's soulful voice and wistful melodies in the awe-inspiring surrounds of St. Canice's Cathedral.
Kilkenny 100 Years Ago
Newpark Hotel
A distinguished panel of speakers reveal what the 1911 Census can tell us about the world of our great-grandparents
T with the Maggies with Donal Lunny
St Canice’s Cathedral
A very special night in St. Canice's with Tríona and Maighread Ní Dhomhnaill, Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and Moya Brennan.
Amarilli Trio
The Parade Tower
Kilkenny's Maria Ryan makes a welcome return with the Amarilli Trio, performing sparkling string trios from Beethoven and Schubert
Camerata Kilkenny
The Black Abbey
The acclaimed ensemble return to Kilkenny with a breathtaking range of works by Bach and Telemann
Hypnotic Brass Ensemble
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel - Kilbride Suite
Their raw, exuberant sound, melding hip hop with jazz, is like the soundtrack to the coolest movie you ever saw.
Paul Muldoon & Michael Longley, Introduced by Olivia O’Leary
St Canice’s Cathedral
A rare chance to hear these two great Northern Irish poets as they share the stage at St Canice's. This will be a memorable night.
Kilkenny Arts Festival Choir
St Canice’s Cathedral
A 100-strong choir joins forces with leading singers and performers for a rousing finale in St Canice's
Gemma Hayes with Ann Scott
St. John’s Priory
Tipperary’s Gemma Hayes's eclectic blend of folk, prog rock and electronica has been winning over audiences at home and abroad.
Luka Bloom & Friends
Set Theatre
A night of rousing, heartfelt songs and outstanding musicianship in the Set.
Cashell Trio
St Canice’s Cathedral
Multi-talented siblings join forces to perform piano trios by Beethoven, Shostakovich and Lalo
Amarilli Trio
The Parade Tower
Kilkenny's Maria Ryan makes a welcome return with the Amarilli Trio, performing sparkling string trios from Beethoven and Schubert
Camerata Kilkenny
The Black Abbey
The acclaimed ensemble return to Kilkenny with a breathtaking range of works by Bach and Telemann
Cashell Trio
St Canice’s Cathedral
Multi-talented siblings join forces to perform piano trios by Beethoven, Shostakovich and Lalo
Cathal Coughlan and the Grand Necropolitan Quintet
The Watergate Theatre
Cork’s Cathal Coughlan showcases his extraordinary voice in the company of long-term collaborators, the Grand Necropolitan Quintet.
Gemma Hayes with Ann Scott
St. John’s Priory
Tipperary’s Gemma Hayes's eclectic blend of folk, prog rock and electronica has been winning over audiences at home and abroad.
Hypnotic Brass Ensemble
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel - Kilbride Suite
Their raw, exuberant sound, melding hip hop with jazz, is like the soundtrack to the coolest movie you ever saw.
James Vincent McMorrow
St Canice’s Cathedral
Discover James Vincent McMorrow's soulful voice and wistful melodies in the awe-inspiring surrounds of St. Canice's Cathedral.
Kilkenny 100 Years Ago
Newpark Hotel
A distinguished panel of speakers reveal what the 1911 Census can tell us about the world of our great-grandparents
Kilkenny Arts Festival Choir
St Canice’s Cathedral
A 100-strong choir joins forces with leading singers and performers for a rousing finale in St Canice's
Luka Bloom & Friends
Set Theatre
A night of rousing, heartfelt songs and outstanding musicianship in the Set.
Paul Muldoon & Michael Longley, Introduced by Olivia O’Leary
St Canice’s Cathedral
A rare chance to hear these two great Northern Irish poets as they share the stage at St Canice's. This will be a memorable night.
Sunday Miscellany: RTE Radio 1
The Watergate Theatre
Join Clíodhna Ní Anluain and a terrific selection of writers and musicians for a special recording of Sunday Miscellany Live from the Watergate Theatre
Susan McKeown & Christine Tobin
Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel - Kilbride Suite
Grammy-winning vocalist Susan McKeown and eclectic singer/songwriter Christine Tobin use poetry as their inspiration for this unique gig.
T with the Maggies with Donal Lunny
St Canice’s Cathedral
A very special night in St. Canice's with Tríona and Maighread Ní Dhomhnaill, Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and Moya Brennan.
The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari: Silent film with live score by Eric Sweeney & 3epkano
St Canice’s Cathedral
Eric Sweeney joins 3epkano to perform a live score to the silent film The Cabinet of Dr Caligari in St. Canice's Cathedral
Help me Choose
Every year the Kilkenny Arts Festival brings so many amazing events to our city that its almost impossible to make sure you find all the events that may appeal to you. So we've put on our thinking caps and come up with this simple reference to suggest events you may not have considered.
My First Festival
This is my first time at an arts festival. I want to see what this festival is all about. I haven't heard of a lot of these names before and I'd like suggestions on what might be great to see.
My Inspiring Festival
I want to think. I want to get out of my comfort zone and confront the world head on. I don't want to be spoon fed. I want to be blown away. I want to argue.
My Surprising Festival
I want to find those hidden gems - things I may not have heard of but once I've experienced I will never forget.
My Alternative Festival
I want to see edgier, grittier more experimental stuff. I want to dance, have some fun. I want to stay up late.
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