LONGFORD events: HAPPENING in Ireland’s county Longford

Longford Lights 2026 Festival: 19 February 2026 – 22 February 2026, Connolly Barracks, Longford Town . Ireland’s largest community-based light festival in its final year, themed “Lightly Playful”, featuring a trail of illuminated art installations, interactive exhibits, an illuminated bike parade (one of Ireland’s first), evening events, and a glowing wonderland experience transforming the town into a magical, family-friendly spectacle.
The Fureys Farewell Concert: 7 February 2026, Backstage Theatre, Longford Town . A special farewell performance by the legendary Irish folk group The Fureys, delivering classic ballads and heartfelt music in an intimate theatre setting for fans of traditional Irish song.
Longford Dinosaur Show Live!: 7 February 2026, Longford Arms Hotel & Spa, Longford Town . An interactive live dinosaur show for families, featuring educational elements, roaring animatronics, and fun activities suitable for children to explore prehistoric creatures in an engaging format.
Killoe Dinner Dance: 28 February 2026, Longford Arms Hotel, Longford Town . A community dinner dance event organised by Killoe GAA, with music, dancing, and social festivities in a hotel setting, offering a lively evening of entertainment and local camaraderie.
St Patrick’s Day Celebrations and Parades: 17 March 2026 (with build-up events from mid-March), Longford Town streets and various locations across County Longford . Traditional county-wide festivities honouring Ireland’s patron saint, typically featuring a community parade with floats, marching bands, music, dancers, and family activities, celebrating Irish heritage in the town and surrounding areas.