KERRY events: HAPPENING in Ireland’s county Kerry

Scoil Cheoil an Earraigh (Spring Music School): 18 February 2026 – 22 February 2026, Ballyferriter / Baile an Fheirtéaraigh, Dingle Peninsula . A renowned traditional Irish music summer school-style event in winter, offering classes, sessions, concerts, and workshops in sean-nós singing, instruments, and dance, celebrating Gaeltacht culture in a scenic coastal village.
I Hear You and Rejoice: 26 February 2026, Siamsa Tíre Theatre and Arts Centre, Tralee . A acclaimed theatrical performance following the success of related works, blending storytelling, humour, and Irish drama for an engaging evening of live theatre.
Rock Rising – The Supreme Classic Rock Show: 27 February 2026, Siamsa Tíre Theatre and Arts Centre, Tralee . A high-energy tribute concert recreating classic rock anthems with powerful performances, designed to deliver an edge-of-your-seat experience for rock music fans.
The Gathering Festival of Music and Arts: 4 March 2026 – 8 March 2026, Gleneagle Hotel and Arena, Killarney (and various locations) . A lively trad music and arts festival gathering top musicians, singers, and dancers for toe-tapping sessions, concerts, and festivities under one roof, celebrating Irish traditional culture.
St Patrick’s Festival Killarney: 13 March 2026 – 17 March 2026, Various venues and streets in Killarney . A week-long celebration of Ireland’s patron saint with live music, dance, community events, and cultural activities, culminating in the main parade themed around “Echoes of Killarney Future” or similar, highlighting local heritage and vibrancy.
St Patrick’s Day Parade Killarney: 17 March 2026, Streets of Killarney . One of Kerry’s most colourful parades with floats, marching bands, dancers, community groups, and spectacular displays in a stunning national park setting, drawing crowds for a festive display of Irish pride.
St Patrick’s Day Celebrations and Parades: 17 March 2026 (with local events in preceding days), Various towns including Tralee, Dingle, and others across County Kerry . County-wide festivities with parades, music, dance, and community participation in charming towns, showcasing local talent and traditions in celebration of St Patrick.
Skellig Coast Dark Sky Festival: 20 March 2026 – 22 March 2026 (main weekend events), Skellig Coast area, including Ballinskelligs / Baile an Sceilg and Valentia Island . A celebration of dark skies and astronomy during Irish Astronomy Week, with stargazing, talks, guided events like “The Skellig Coast by Starlight”, and experiences highlighting the peninsula’s clear night skies and natural heritage.