- Beyond The Pale, Glendalough Estate (12–14 June): A boutique music, arts, and food festival set in the woodlands and grounds of Glendalough Estate with live performances, creative experiences, and culinary offerings in a scenic lakeside setting.
- Ancient Music Festival, Dorlindon Nature Sanctuary, Kilmacanogue (weekends 20 June – 9 August): An open-air series of afternoon concerts featuring medieval, renaissance, baroque, and early Irish music performed in a natural forest amphitheatre.
- Kaleidoscope Festival presented by Glenveagh, Russborough House and Gardens, Blessington (3–5 July): Ireland’s favourite family music and arts camping festival with global and Irish artists, hundreds of family activities, science, nature, storytelling, and entertainment.
- Wicklow Regatta Festival, Wicklow Town (late July to early August): A long-running community festival with sailing races, live music, family entertainment, sports, fireworks, and events across the harbour and town.
- Other recurring or smaller events include summer music series in Bray such as Sunday Summer Sounds on the seafront, local agricultural shows, traditional sessions, and community activities during National Heritage Week in mid-August. Dates can vary slightly; check official sources such as Visit Wicklow, individual festival websites, or Wicklow County Council for the latest programmes, tickets, and updates.
Annual and recurring festivals
- Snowdrop Festival (February): A month-long celebration at Altamont Gardens and Hunting Brook, featuring guided tours of rare snowdrop collections.
- Wicklow Drama Festival (March): A competitive amateur drama festival held at the St. Patrick’s Hall in Arklow, featuring top theatrical groups from across Ireland.
- St. Patrick’s Day Festival (March): Major community parades and family events held in Bray, Wicklow Town, Arklow, and Greystones.
- Bray Comedy Festival (April): A multi-day event featuring top Irish and international stand-up comedians in venues across the seaside town.
- Wicklow Walking Festival (May): A series of guided hikes through the Wicklow Mountains National Park, ranging from gentle valley walks to challenging mountain ridges.
- Garden Festival at June Fest (June): A celebration of the county’s private and public gardens, featuring talks by expert gardeners and floral displays in Enniskerry.
- Viking Festival (June): A historical reenactment weekend in Wicklow Town, celebrating the town’s Norse origins with longships, battles, and traditional crafts.
- Bray Air Display (July): One of Ireland’s largest free spectator events, featuring spectacular aerial performances by vintage and modern aircraft over the seafront.
- Groove Festival (July): A family-friendly music and food festival held in the scenic surroundings of Bray or Kilruddery House.
- Heritage Week (August): Extensive events across the county focused on Glendalough, Russborough House, and Powerscourt Estate.
- Music Under the Mountains (September): A traditional Irish music festival held in the village of Hollywood, featuring sessions, workshops, and concerts.
- Wicklow Screen Arts Festival (September): A celebration of the county’s long history as a filming location, featuring screenings, workshops, and location tours.
- Bray Jazz Festival (May/October): An internationally recognized jazz event featuring a diverse lineup of world-class musicians in various venues.
- EcoTrail Wicklow (September): A major international trail running event and festival based in Bray, attracting runners from across the globe.
- October Harvest Festival (October): A celebration of local artisan food and traditional crafts held at Kilruddery House and Gardens.
- Wicklow Christmas Market (November/December): A festive celebration in Wicklow Town featuring traditional wooden chalets, a Santa Express train, and an outdoor ice rink.
- Christmas at Powerscourt (December): A high-end festive experience featuring traditional decorations, storytelling by the fire, and artisan craft fairs.
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