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Kilkenny Arts Festival launches 2026 programme, with ‘bold, new work’ sitting front and centre
It's all systems go for the 53rd Kilkenny Arts Festival, running 6-16 August 2026, with tickets for all events now...
Gone in minutes: The Coronas sell out Set Theatre twice for Kilkenny shows this September
You needed to be quick off the mark on Monday to nab tickets for The Coronas in Kilkenny.
Kilkenny’s Oracle Villa to launch debut album at Cleere’s on 20 June
Indie-rock trio Oracle Villa release their aptly named 'Oracle Villa' LP this coming weekend.
Two Kilkenny dates for Niamh Bury, Zoé Basha next weekend
Dublin-based performers Niamh Bury and Zoé Basha head for Fennelly's (Callan) and The Salmon Pool (Thomastown) on 19, 21 June.
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Post-punk trio Gang of Three bringing ‘Entertainment’ to Billy Byrne’s this September
One of post-punk's finest albums will get a full rendition at Billy Byrne's on 12 September.
My Father’s Son: Kilkenny’s Robert Grace announces second studio album, drops this November
With an online audience in the millions, album number 2 beckons for Robert Grace in late 2026.
The Coronas announce intimate gig for Kilkenny’s Set Theatre ahead of new album release
One of Ireland's biggest live acts are dropping in to Kilkenny's Set Theatre for an intimate show in September.
Kilkenny County Council to hold public consultations on new 10-year arts strategy
If you fancy having your say on a new arts strategy for Kilkenny city and county, now's your chance.
