Events

Events in Kells: what’s on

The campaign runs on people showing up — in the town and online. Here’s what’s next.

What’s on in Kells

Thu 5 – Sun 8 November 2026

Samhain Festival of Food & Culture

Four days of Irish food and drink in Kells, Co. Meath, including the Sheridans Irish Food Fair. Programme and tickets from the organisers, The Centre of Food Culture Ireland. Coming from Dublin? Make a day of it.

9 October – 18 December 2026, 10:00–11:00

Guided tours of Kells Printing Works

Sixty-minute guided tours of Kells Printing Works, Church Lane, Kells (A82 EK09). Tours run on set dates in this period; book a date through Discover Boyne Valley.

We list only events we have checked against the organiser’s own page. Dates can change, so confirm before you travel. Planning the day? See Visit Kells.

Campaign talks and walks

Status: next talk TBA

Next talk TBA. Get told first.

No date or place is fixed yet. We are lining up the next talk and town walk, and they will be posted here first. Leave your email and we will tell you as soon as it is set.

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Meanwhile

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Until the next gathering, the strongest move is still word of mouth. Use #BringItHomeToKells and point people at the site.

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