🌟 St. Brigid’s Day Spectacle Leaves Kildare in Awe

Kildare Town’s Market Square became a canvas of light and movement as the Spirit of Brigid Festival dazzled spectators. With traditional music from Ceol Connected filling the air, the highlight of the night came as dancers took to the sky, performing against the backdrop of a glowing Kildare night. The crowd watched in awe. A spectacular celebration of heritage, culture, and creativity, proudly supported by Kildare County Council.

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Images by Conway Photography

🎵 St. Brigid’s Busking Festival Brings the Streets to Life!

Music lovers were treated to an electrifying showcase of live performances this Bank Holiday Monday as Kildare Town hosted its first-ever St. Brigid’s Busking Festival. The town came alive with the sounds of Irish trad, contemporary music, spoken word, and dance at ten unique performance spots.

Highlights included:
🎤 The Hive Youth Hub Stage – Showcasing the next generation of Kildare talent.
💃 Traditional Dance & Storytelling – Immersing visitors in the rich folklore of Brigid.
✂️ St. Brigid’s Cross-Weaving Workshops – Keeping an age-old tradition alive.

With 100,000 visitors flocking to Kildare for Brigid 2025, this annual event is sure to become a local favourite!

🚘 The Community Car: A Game-Changer for Rural Kildare

Getting to hospital appointments or local events just got easier! 🎉 The Community Car, launched by County Kildare LEADER Partnership in partnership with GoCar, is here to bridge the transport gap for residents living within 10km of Kildare Town.

✅ 100% Electric Vehicle – Eco-friendly & efficient
✅ Door-to-door service for essential trips
✅ Volunteer drivers making a difference

📞 Need a ride? Call Vicky at 086-8183459 to book!

🎱 Martin Mc Crudden Dominates the All-Ireland Snooker Championships!

Kildare’s own Martin Mc Crudden put on a snooker masterclass at the All-Ireland Snooker Championships in Gleneagle, Killarney. Over two days, he took 1st place in both the Premier League and the Masters, just narrowly missing a clean sweep in his third final.

🏆 Come on the Lilies!

💡 A Brighter Future for Kildare Town AFC

🚨 Big upgrades at Kildare Town AFC! The club is rolling out a €521,000 energy-efficient lighting system, bringing them one step closer to completing a top-class 3G Astro pitch.

🔹 €10,000 already raised – €89,000 to go!
🔹 Support the club by donating via GoFundMe.
🔹 Help create a world-class facility for Kildare’s future football stars!

🙌 Let’s make this happen!

🏡 Business of the Week: Nesting in Kildare – Upcycled Elegance & Local Craftsmanship

If you love home decor with a story, Nesting in Kildare is the newest must-visit in town!

♻️ Upcycled furniture with a modern twist
🎨 Handcrafted Irish decor & artwork

📍 Now open in Kildare Town!

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