Events

Altan le Ceolfhoireann RTE, St. Brigid’s Cathedral, Kildare Town.  Booking via Eventbrite.

A night of extraordinary, genre-spanning music by Irish women in association with Hot Press. Line-up: Imelda May, HamsandwicH, Camille O'Sullivan, Niamh Regan, Nell Mescal and Laura Whitmore as MCLocation: The Moat Theatre, NaasTime: 8pm Tickets for this year’s ticketed events go on sale at 8am on Tuesday, January 9th, via www.hotpress.com/nothingcompares  

NAAS COUNTRY MARKET, Celebrating Brigid 1500 Flower and Winter Foliage demonstration 10 am Friday 2nd February, 2024. Location: Moat Theatre

Come and experience the joy of dancing together as we celebrate St. Brigid: A Woman, A Life, A Legacy. Bring joy and harmony to your heart at this Springtime of the year. Presenters:   Terry Hennessy, Betty White Venue:  Solas Bhríde Spirituality CentreTime: 10.30 a.m. – 12.30 p.m. Admission: €15.00Booking:  www.solasbhride.ie

An exhibition of Art, Poetry and SongTime : 6pm "VisionÉire brings together a group of artists, poets, storytellers, and musicians to showcase in a pop-up style exhibition/showcasing in Celbridge County Kildare for the Brigid 1500 Festival 2023. This 2-day event opens on Friday 2nd Feb at 6pm in the Slip Hall in Celbridge Co. Kildare. Come, be a part of, and enjoy the work of artists both local and from across this beautiful land of Éire, bringing together their expressions of Brigid with representations of work from a diverse range of individuals including groups from Saint John of God, St Raphaels in Celbridge. The event will host an exhibition of art, performances of poetry, story, and song, and will facilitate creative workshops in one space in the center of the Celbridge community. The event aims to highlight the beauty of the multitude of expressions of the community & the inspiration that Brigid and the time of Imbolc bring to each heart. Group: VisionÉire Location: Slip Hall, Celbridge

Luxe Landscape Theatre will lead a grand fiery processional event in St. Patrick's College Maynooth at on Friday February 2nd. Gathering at 6.45 - procession leaves at 7pm. Accessible parking only at St Patrick’s College. Parking available at University Library carpark. Dress for the weather. Photography and filming will be in progress. No tickets are required for this event.

Hosted by Kildare Town LibraryVenue: Kildare Town Library,Time:   7.00 p.m. – 9.00 p.m.Admission: FREE Enquiries and booking:  045 520255

Kilteel St. Brigid's Arts Weekend will be hosting an art exhibition in Kilteel Community Hall, Kilteel, Co. Kildare. From 8 p.m. Friday February 2nd From 10 a.m. Saturday February 3rd From 10.30 a.m. Sunday February 4th Friday evening guest performance by Nóiníní

An exhibition of Art, Poetry and Song 10am - 8pm "VisionÉire brings together a group of artists, poets, storytellers, and musicians to showcase in a pop-up style exhibition/showcasing in Celbridge County Kildare for the Brigid 1500 Festival 2023. This 2-day event opens on Friday 2nd Feb at 6pm in the Slip Hall in Celbridge Co. Kildare.  Come, be a part of, and enjoy the work of artists both local and from across this beautiful land of Éire, bringing together their expressions of Brigid with representations of work from a diverse range of individuals including groups from Saint John of God, St Raphaels in Celbridge. The event will host an exhibition of art, performances of poetry, story, and song, and will facilitate creative workshops in one space in the center of the Celbridge community. The event aims to highlight the beauty of the multitude of expressions of the community & the inspiration that Brigid and the time of Imbolc bring to each heart. Group: VisionÉireLocation: Slip Hall, Celbridge

Gleaning wisdom from old customs and traditions to live more fully and sustainably while turning towards a future of greater well-being for ourselves and Planet Earth. Presenters: Brenda Kindregan, Margaret WalshTime: 2.30 p.m. – 4.00 p.m.Venue:  Solas Bhríde Spirituality Centre Admission: €15.00 (incl. tea/coffee)Booking: www.solasbhride.ie   or [email protected]

Join us at the Curragh Racecourse for an exclusive family friendly evening of free festivities. The line up will celebrate the rich heritage of Ireland while combining the art of dance and theatre with captivating performances from Celine Byrne, Riverdance and Kila. Please note this will be a predominantly standing event.

It is said that Brigid, and her congregation, were Peace Weavers, turning back war. In this time of world unrest, Druidy Druids will sing songs of peace and light. Full programme of events can be found at: www.facebook.com/Kilteel-St-Brigids-Arts-Weekend www.instagram.com/kilteel_st_brigids/ Location: Kilteel Community Hall, Kilteel, Co. Kildare.