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Fáilte Kilkenny

We believe that our towns have so much to offer, from their rich, buried histories to the shops that line their streets.

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Crowds Gather for Reopening of Lacken Boardwalk Along River Nore

Crowds Gather for Reopening of Lacken Boardwalk Along River Nore

A large crowd gathered for the official reopening the Lacken Boardwalk following an €800,000 upgrade of the popular riverside walkway.
Thu, Mar 06
Over €19m Investment in Roads Announced for Kilkenny in 2025

Over €19m Investment in Roads Announced for Kilkenny in 2025

Investment in Kilkenny's road infrastructure has increased 9.5% on last year as the latest figures from the Department of Transport are announced.
Thu, Mar 06
Grand Marshal and New Junior Grand Marshal For Kilkenny St Patricks Parade

Grand Marshal and New Junior Grand Marshal For Kilkenny St Patricks Parade

Rás na mBan winner and Kilkenny woman Mia Griffin, will be the Grand Marshal and lead the Parade on St. Patrick's Day 2025.
Thu, Mar 06
Historic Witch Trial Revisited at Kilkenny St Patrick's Celebrations

Historic Witch Trial Revisited at Kilkenny St Patrick's Celebrations

Irish culture, history, and heritage at the centre of the upcoming St. Patrick's Festival 2025 in Kilkenny, including the famous witch trial.
Thu, Mar 06

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In a world where you can shop anywhere, shop local.

We’ve made the commitment to shopping local all the more achievable with Xplore Local Vouchers. The purchase of an Xplore Local Voucher guarantees that every penny you put in goes directly into the pockets of the people behind the businesses you love the most.

Whether it’s used as a personal incentive to buy local, a gift for a loved one or a reward to employees, you’ll be doing your bit to stimulate your local economy and keep doors on your town streets open.

Gnóthaí Áitiúla / Local Businesses

Discover the eclectic mix of charming businesses your town has to offer — everything from coffee shops to hairdressers to hotels.

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Turais Féin-treoraithe - Self Guided Tours

Discover the past with self-guided tours exploring history. Interactive audio and turn-by-turn directions bringing the past to life

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