The Joyce Brothers Music Festival 2026
Why it matchesThis festival celebrates the Joyce brothers with music, song, dance, and history. It runs alongside a walking festival with family-friendly strolls.
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All ages · up to 60 min · any budget
Why it matchesThis festival celebrates the Joyce brothers with music, song, dance, and history. It runs alongside a walking festival with family-friendly strolls.
Why it matchesFamilies can pick from a variety of walks, including easy strolls, as part of the Ballyhoura Walking Festival. There is also a music festival with song, dance, and history.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the historic Doneraile Court and its expansive parklands. There are walking trails, a playground, and opportunities to spot deer and Kerry cattle.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the visitor centre exhibition, take a guided tour of the ancient monuments, or enjoy the playground and walking trails at Lough Gur Lakeshore Park.
Why it matchesFamilies can explore the large estate, enjoy the grand views, and see deer and rare breed Kerry cattle grazing.
Why it matchesFamilies can walk in the extensive grounds and the seventeenth-century terrace garden at Glenstal Abbey. You can also take part in the community's worship or visit the Icon Chapel by arrangement.
Why it matchesFamilies can go for a walk in Galty Castle Wood, which is on the slopes of the Galty Mountains. There are different kinds of trees and wildlife to spot. You can do the Attychraan National Looped Walk.
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