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Celebrate Christmas in Kilkenny with Yulefest!

Kilkenny’s Christmas festival, featuring festive events across the stunning medieval county of Kilkenny, Ireland, from November to January each year. Key festival events for 2026 take place between November 28th and December 23rd. See what's on

Toil and Trouble Click here to view the programme & book tickets

Set against the backdrop of Ireland's Home of Halloween, Toil & Trouble brings a spellbinding programme of events inspired by Kilkenny's storied past. Inspired by the tale of Alice Kyteler and the Kilkenny Witch Trials of 1324, the festival celebrates the city's unique folklore, medieval history and storytelling traditions. Kilkenny’s Toil and Trouble: 2026 Programme out now! Check out the events happening during this year’s Home of Halloween.

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