Hotels Near Kilkenny Tradfest

Kilkenny Tradfest is back for 2025!  

Taking place in the intimate medieval city of Kilkenny, Ireland

from the 14th and 17th March 2025.

Kilkenny is famed for it’s fantastic pubs and venues and we’re delighted to bring another fantastic programme of Irish traditional and folk music to the heart of Kilkenny this St. Patrick’s weekend. Nothing beats the magic of live music!

Kilkenny Tradfest

Expect headline gigs, the Bulmers Live Sessions Music Trail, and a mix of ticketed and free events. With St. Patrick’s Festival Kilkenny taking place on the same weekend, there is fun guaranteed from day to night!!

Kilkenny TradFest showcases the best of Irish traditional music, in a variety of unique venues across Kilkenny city. Held across St.Patrick’s Day weekend, the festival is accessible to everyone, with both free and ticketed events.

Join Tradfest to see world-class acts, fantastic traditional Irish musicians and bands, as well as all of the St. Patrick’s Festivities including the Parade. There are events for all ages, with the TradTrail, music & dance workshops, family activities and more.

Kilkenny Tradfest is set to bring isome of the country’s world-famous acts to the stage while also showcasing the best of local talent in the city’s theatres, pubs and public spaces. 

This year's lineup is bursting with great artists...🌟

Who is up for some 👏ceoil agus craic 🎻?

Check www.kilkennytradfest.com for details and tickets!

For more details of the festival programme log onto www.kilkennytradfest.com

Looking for a great base in the heart of Kilkenny City so you can attend the Kilkenny Tradfest. Stay at Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel. Our 118 contemporary guestrooms offer comfortable space for you to relax in after spending time exploring the great city of Kilkenny. Our rooms are generous in size and have a bright and airy feel with all the comforts you’d expect in a contemporary, urban hotel. Guests also enjoy free access to our hotel’s Leisure Centre which includes a 21m pool, children’s pool, fully equipped gym, sauna and steam room.

Attend the Kilkenny Tradfest and stay at Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel. Book your stay with us direct on our site by clicking here.