Come join us for a special evening with Leah Song, the mesmerising voice behind Rising Appalachia. Get ready to be swept away by her soulful melodies and powerful lyrics.

Be surprised by an interesting movie

Reggie from the Blackrock Road is doing a Masters in Irish Mortification. Great night of laughs guaranteed. You might even learn something.

Be surprised by an interesting movie

With a voice that “could melt icebergs at 50 paces” (VOX), Briana Corrigan of The Beautiful South has returned to the stage after a 10-year hiatus with a hugely successful and sold-out tours

Kinsale Folk Fest presents 'The Fynches' & 'Culture Kid'

We’re proud to announce the first chapter in the journey of the Kinsale Folk Fest – an intimate winter series that brings world-class music to the heart of Kinsale.

Join us in the beautiful setting of St Catherine’s Cultural Centre for an evening with The Fynches – one of Ireland’s most exciting emerging folk acts. On the night, we will also be joined by the talented Culture Kid to open the evening blending intimate & honest lyricism with expansive & melodic soundscapes.

Be surprised by an interesting movie

Fiona Bevan is a multi-platinum Canadian-British singer-songwriter from Suffolk, with a delicate, passionate voice and Adam Beattie a Scottish singer-songwriter and guitarist who has just released his fifth solo album to critical acclaim.

Lemoncello craft spellbinding songs that weave together elements of Irish folk, classical, and contemporary styles, rich music, poetic lyricism.

Blue Rose Code come into 2025 with a fresh wind in their sails. The last year saw sparkling reviews in the national press for award winning album, 'Bright Circumstance'

Astounding Irish storyteller Clare Murphy comes to Kinsale to perform The Spanking Goddess and Other Discarded Tales, a romp through the untold myths of the Celts.

Experience the enchanting performances by the renowned Wexford Festival Opera right here in our beautiful town. Get ready to be mesmerised by the talented artists and immerse yourself in the world of opera.

Be surprised by an interesting movie

Come join us for a special evening with Leah Song, the mesmerising voice behind Rising Appalachia. Get ready to be swept away by her soulful melodies and powerful lyrics.

Renowned Old Head composers Irene and Linda Buckley present this early horror master with their original live score.

Gemma Hayes's songs have always drawn their power from her lyrical intimacy and lucidity. Join us at KAW 2025 for a magical evening.

Gemma Hayes at St Catherine's Cultural Centre

Welcome to the Rob Strong Band at St Catherine's Kinsale! Get ready for a night of fantastic live music at the St Catherine's Cultural Centre.

Reggie from the Blackrock Road is doing a Masters in Irish Mortification. Great night of laughs guaranteed. You might even learn something.