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Kerry boasts exciting lineup of bank holiday events

May 29, 2026 17:00
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Kerry boasts exciting lineup of bank holiday events
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There are a host of events happening across the Kingdom this June Bank Holiday weekend.

These include music, arts and literary festivals, racing meets and sporting events.

Killarney BikeFest returns to the Gleneagle Hotel this Friday for its 20th anniversary, bringing with it three stages of live music, the Harley Davidson Tent and guided ride-outs and more.

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For those that want to trade horsepower for horse racing Whit Weekend will be getting underway at the Listowel Racecourse this Saturday.

There will be 21 races across three days and the Style Stakes fashion competition with cash prizes for the best dressed man and woman.

The 55th Listowel Writers' Week also continues in the town over the weekend, celebrating arts and literature through performances, exhibitions and workshops.

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Also in North Kerry, the Asdee Village Festival gets underway this evening and includes photo exhibitions, family day and a rambling house.

Ballyduff Summer Festival runs from this evening until Monday night and features Craft fairs, live music and a tea dance.

Out West, Féile Cheoil an tSamhraidh is underway in Dingle, and includes traditional, classical, jazz and choir concerts across the weekend.

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Meanwhile, the Heineken Killarney Club 7s takes place at Spa GAA club on bank holiday Saturday and Sunday.

The International Gaelic Football tournament will see over 500 players take part, with a host of live music taking place in the entertainment tent.

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