Kilkenny Country Music Festival 2026

Come join us at Gowran Park Racecourse for a day filled with amazing country music vibes on Sunday July 12th 2026 from 1p.m. to 7p.m.

Dust off your cowboy boots and get ready to dance the day away as you enjoy live performances by top country music artists, delicious food trucks, and a great atmosphere surrounded by fellow music lovers.

This truly unique festival is set in the idyllic grounds of Gowran Park. Join us for a day of fun, music and dance with some of the best Country Singers in Ireland. Festival 2026 will feature headline act Derek Ryan and his band. Also featuring will be Robert Mizzell, Louise Morrissey, Gerry Gutheri, Stacey Breen, Kelan Browne, Alistair Fingleton and Peter & Paul with The Conquerors as backing band for the day.

Located just 10 minutes from the M7 there’s something for everyone with state of the art facilities including onsite bars and restaurants, dancing on a giant dance floor, easy parking, activities for the kids, and entertained with great Country Music Children Under 12 Free when accompanied by adult. This is the place to be on July 12th 2026!!

Looking for accommodation - why not stay at our partner The Pembroke Kilkenny Hotel which is located around the corner from Kilkenny Castle from where you can take a bus to Kilkenny Country Music Festival. See www.pembrokekilkenny.com

For uptodate details on the festival tune into our media partner KCLR at 96.6fm

Don't miss out on this fantastic event that will surely make your day unforgettable!

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