Carlow Pride Festival

14/06/2026

🌈 VOLUNTEERS WANTED – CARLOW PRIDE FESTIVAL 2026 🌈

Carlow Pride Festival returns on Sunday, 12th July 2026, and we are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this year’s festival a fantastic celebration of diversity, inclusion, and community!

Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, gain experience, support the LGBTQ+ community, and be part of one of Carlow’s most colourful and welcoming events.

Roles may include:
✨ Event support
✨ Stewarding
✨ Information points
✨ Set-up and pack-down
✨ Assisting performers and guests
✨ General festival support

If you would like to get involved, please apply through the Carlow Volunteer Centre website:

Contact the Carlow Volunteer Centre to apply and find out more.

Join us and help make Carlow Pride Festival 2026 a day to remember!

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04/06/2026

Okay Girls, G**s & Theys! 🌸
Note for the Diary’s, pens at the ready!

We’re making some moves to create a fun, safe space for us to meet once a month for a laugh, some singing, dancing and over all to connect with each other!

Soooo, pencil yourselves in for the last Friday of each month under “Friday Frolic in The Barracks”!

If that’s karaoke, a quiz, pottery or even a sip and paint night, we want to make sure that everyone is feeling the love!!

No charge, no expectations, just good craic with friends! 🌈❤️

02/06/2026

Our dear friend, rest easy.

As a mark of respect to our much loved and recently deceased colleague, Dermot Mulligan, the County Museum will remain closed at this time.

Carlow County Museum

02/06/2026

'We march every chance we get to show our love and support for our own gorgeous trans kids'

30/05/2026

Unfortunately, we’ve made the difficult decision to cancel this weekend’s event.

We always want to make sure we can deliver the best possible atmosphere and experience for everyone attending, and after careful consideration we feel this is the right decision at this time.

We want to sincerely thank everyone who supported, shared, and purchased tickets — your support truly means so much to us 💖

Any ticket holders will be contacted directly regarding refunds, a full refund including booking fees will be issued. We appreciate your understanding and can’t wait to welcome you all to future events very soon ✨

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to reach out to us!

22/05/2026

🌈✨ DRAG BRUNCH CARLOW ✨🌈

Get ready for a fabulous afternoon of entertainment, laughs, music, and unforgettable performances at our Carlow Pride Fundraiser! 💃🎤

Join the incredible Tina D Parton upstairs at The Barracks Bar, Carlow for a dazzling cabaret experience full of Pride spirit and fun! 🏳️‍🌈

📅 Sunday 31st May
📍 The Barracks Bar, 32 Tullow Street, Carlow
🕡 Doors Open: 6:30PM | Show Starts: 7PM
🎟 Tickets: €15.50 via Ticketstop.ie

Your ticket includes:
🥂 Free drink on arrival
🍴 Finger food
✨ Unforgettable cabaret show

Gather your friends, bring the glam, and support Carlow Pride Festival for a fantastic night out! 🌈🧡

21/05/2026

🥕🌈 SAVE THE DATE! 🌈🥕

The Carlow Pride Festival is coming your way on the 12th of July 2026 — and it’s going to be louder, prouder, and more colourful than ever! 🎉✨

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of love, diversity, community, music, entertainment, and Pride spirit right in the heart of Carlow! 🏳️‍🌈🧡

Get your flags ready and keep an eye out for exciting announcements coming soon! 👀

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19/05/2026

Carlow College, St. Patrick's has announced its plan for its next phase.

Read full announcement here: https://carlowcollege.ie/carlow-college-announces-plan-for-future/

19/05/2026

🌈 We are proud to announce the brand new Carlow Pride Village, proudly sponsored by Carlow Credit Union! 🌈

Set along the beautiful River Barrow, the Pride Village will be a vibrant community space filled with:
✨ Local crafts and makers
🍔 Delicious food vendors
🎨 Community information stands
🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ organisations and support groups

The Carlow Pride Village will create a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where community, creativity and pride come together in the heart of Carlow.

More exciting announcements coming soon!

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19/05/2026

Dragqueens.ie presents Drag Brunch @ The Barracks, Carlow.
A Carlow Pride Fundraiser at The Barracks Bar. 🌈 ✨
Looking for an unforgettable night in Carlow? Join us for an evening of laughs,
dancing, and great food — all in support of Carlow Pride.
Hosted by the fabulous Tina D Parton, this high-energy cabaret drag show will have
you singing, cheering, and fully entertained from start to finish.
This isn’t just brunch — it’s a full drag cabaret experience packed with sparkle,
glamour, and plenty of laughs.
Event Details:
• Doors Open: 6:30PM
• Show Starts: 7:00PM
✨ Free drink on arrival (alcoholic & non-alcoholic options)
✨ Nibbles & finger food served during the interval
✨ Raffle on the night with fantastic prizes
This event supports the incredible work of Carlow Pride, allowing us to give back to
the hard-working committee who do so much for the community.
After the show, keep the party going downstairs with live music and a DJ all night.
Heading out? Show your ticket for free entry back into The Barracks until
midnight.
Tickets cover event costs, support Carlow Pride, and pay our performer — thank you
for being part of it. Please understand we do our best to keep prices low!
🌈✨ Don’t just brunch — DRAG BRUNCH ✨🌈