Here are 15 major annual or recurring festivals and cultural events expected to take place in County Tipperary in 2026 (dates are approximate, confirmed where available, or based on established patterns; always check official sources for updates):
- Clonmel Junction Arts Festival: A vibrant multi-disciplinary arts festival in Clonmel featuring theatre, dance, music, comedy, street spectacles, and visual arts. Scheduled for 3rd–12th July 2026.
- Tipperary Dance International Festival: An acclaimed international dance festival presenting performances, workshops, and events across various venues in the county. Typically held in early October.
- Clonmel Applefest: A harvest celebration in Clonmel focusing on local culture, heritage, food, workshops, live music, and family activities centred around the apple tradition. Usually in September.
- Cashel Arts Festival: A four-day event in Cashel offering music, dance, theatre, visual arts, film, workshops, and family entertainment. Traditionally in November.
- Terryglass Arts Festival: A popular lakeside festival on the shores of Lough Derg in Terryglass, with theatre, music, visual arts, and community events. Held in August.
- Dromineer Nenagh Literary Festival: A celebrated literary event on Lough Derg featuring readings, workshops, and discussions with Irish and international authors. Typically in September/October.
- North Tipperary Agricultural Show: A traditional agricultural show in Nenagh with livestock competitions, trade stands, family entertainment, and equestrian events. Usually on the August bank holiday weekend.
- Bansha Agricultural Show: One of the county’s longstanding agricultural shows featuring livestock judging, crafts, baking competitions, and vintage displays. Held in summer.
- Clonmel Agricultural Show: A major show with animal classes, home industries, machinery exhibits, and entertainment in Powerstown Park. Typically in June or July.
- Spleodar Halloween Arts Festival: A family-oriented arts festival in Nenagh with Halloween-themed performances, workshops, and community activities. Usually late October.
- Finding a Voice Festival: A classical and contemporary music festival in Clonmel featuring leading Irish and international musicians. Often in March.
- Clancy Brothers Music and Arts Festival: Held in Carrick-on-Suir, celebrating Irish folk music and arts with concerts, sessions, and tributes to the famous Clancy Brothers. Typically in June.
- Cut Loose Country Music Festival: A lively country music event in Holycross with top Irish acts, dancing, and outdoor entertainment. Usually in July.
- Cahir Gravity Festival: A fun community event in Cahir including soapbox races, music, food, and family activities, often tied to motoring events. Typically in September.
- Borrisoleigh Festival or local community events: Various smaller heritage and music festivals recur in towns like Borrisoleigh, often featuring traditional Irish elements.
- Other notable recurring events include local parish festivals, horse fairs, and heritage days across the county.
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