Carlow News & Updates
Keep up to date with all the latest news from County Carlow. From Business updates and open Jobs, to Community updates from your local area.
Barrow River Clean-up!
This weekend, Carlow Tidy Towns are delighted to support the An Taisce Clean Coasts Big Beach (River) Clean-Up, supported by Kia Ireland, to help clean up the Barrow river.If anyone would like to volunteer their time, we will meet up this Saturday(20 Sept) at 10.30am...
Give Blood – Save Lives
We're in St. Laurence GAA, Athy - Thursday September 18th. We need at least 3,000 blood donations every week to meet hospital needs. Find your local clinic times at giveblood.info/FindClinic and become a blood donor!
Tai Chi Experience
Join a unique Tai Chi Experience at The Woodford Dolmen Hotel on Sunday, 7th September 2025, from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. This event is a wonderful opportunity to explore the radiant and life-giving energy of Tai Chi, Chi Kung, and Meditation.Admission is €10.00 per...
World suicide day – 10th of September 2025
Come jion Carlow Mental Health Association and Tullow Men’s Shed on Wednesday the 10th of September at 10am at Ducket’s Grove for the unveiling of a sunflower in remembrance of those lost by suicide.
Carlow Memory Walk
📅 Date: Sunday, 21st September ⏰ Time: 11am – 1pm 📍 Location: Oak Park, Carlow A little background: there are over 600 people in Carlow living with dementia. The Memory Walk is about more than fundraising – it’s about coming together as a community, showing support,...
Carlow Rivers Clean Up Event, part of the Big Beach Clean Up event is taking place on the 19th to the 21st September.
For County Carlow, the Big Beach Clean Up means a volunteer litter pick along the riverbanks. People you don't need to live anywhere near the coast to get involved. Statistics reveal that litter dropped in towns and cities is the primary cause of marine litter. So, no...
Community Games National Finals
To mark the exciting arrival of the Community Games National Finals in Carlow Town, Carlow County Council is delighted to launch the Shop Local, Shop Carlow Competition — a special initiative to support local businesses and give back to the community! Enter at...
Lisgarvan House International Horse Trials
Lisgarvan House International Horse Trials Returns – A World-Class Equestrian and Country Life Experience in the Heart of County Carlow The lush rolling countryside of County Carlow is set to come alive once again with the Lisgarvan House International Horse Trials,...
Heading to college or further education in 2025/26? You could be eligible for SUSI grant support
Income thresholds have increased — you may now qualify if your household income is under €115,000 You don’t need your Leaving Cert results or a confirmed college place to apply Postgraduate students may also benefit with income thresholds raised to €64,315 The student...
The Carlow Vintage and Classic Motor Club Annual Show is next weekend!
A great day out for all the family, featuring a display of vintage and classic cars and tractors from pre-war to the 1980s, along with Jive with Declan Flanagan, a family fun day, live entertainment, dog show, auto jumble, stalls, and more. Parade through Carlow Town...