WHAT’S ON

THE 17th edition of Culture Night will take place on Friday, September 23 and an early call out has gone out to anyone interested in organising an event in Kerry to get in touch with Kerry County Council. Culture Night is an annual all-island public event that celebrates culture, creativity […]

With glorious sunshine forecast all weekend, it’s a great opportunity to get out and about. Here’s some suggestions on what to do… Saturday 1. Rev up for Deja Vu… If you have any interest in cars, head down to The Mall from around 9am to see a collection of amazing […]

THE ‘Donal Walsh Spa 6K Challenge’ will return this Sunday and there’s a fantastic day in prospect for all the family. This hugely popular event was first held in 2014 and has become a firm favourite on the community calendar in the Spa. Unfortunately, it was not possible to host […]

TRAD music star Sharon Shannon will be returning to the Kingdom in July as part of Féile Lughnasadh, a free, family-family friendly celebration of traditional music and ancient culture in Milltown. The Milltown Listry CCE are no strangers to hosting the biggest names in traditional music, having welcomed The Chieftains, […]

AFTER two years of Covid restrictions, Kilmoyley Tidy Towns has announced the return of its 5/10K fundraising run which will take place on Sunday, May 29 at 10am. It will follow the usual 5K route from St Erc’s Primary School to the School Cross on to O’ Sullivan’s Lerrig Stores […]

A forgotten Madonna vehicle and an Irish classic are among our movie guy, James Finnegan’s recommendations for tonight… I am delighted to pass onto you a wonderful selection of films for your consideration today, and we are starting not with a good film, but a great one. Despicable Me (Saturday […]

IF you’re planning on a career as a professional artist then it will definitely be worth attending a free workshop next Tuesday, May 24, at the Manor West Hotel. Dr Deirdre McQuillan, Project Team Leader, European University of Technology, is inviting community artists in the Tralee area to the workshop on planning personal […]

IF you’re thinking of giving your car a bit of a Spring clean this weekend, then why not kill two birds with one stone and support a worthy charity at the same time. Staff and management at Enterprise Rent-A-Car in Tralee (off the John Joe Sheehy Road), are holding a […]

TraleeToday.ie’s coverage of the Kerry Rose Selection is brought to you by AIB Tralee… You already met 12 Kerry Rose 2022 Contestants earlier (click here), now here’s the rest of the ladies… Katie Foley — Vic Murphy Beauty Katie is 28 years old. She is originally from Mallow, Co. Cork but […]

TraleeToday.ie’s coverage of the Kerry Rose Selection is brought to you by AIB Tralee… There’s less than three weeks go to until 23 ladies take to the Siamsa Tíre stage on June 4 in a bid to become the Kerry Rose 2022. It’s time to get to know them a […]

A CHOIR from England is returning to Tralee to perform three concerts this weekend with proceeds going to Down Syndrome Kerry. The Gledholt Male Voice Choir from Huddersfield in Yorkshire last visited Tralee in May 2019, and were so impressed with the warm welcome that they received that a return […]

MERCY Mounthawk Parents’ Council has launched a ‘Mega Raffle’ to kick off the fundraising for an Astro Turf pitch for the school. The school believes the time is right to install an all-weather AstroTurf pitch so the students of Mounthawk can reap the benefits of being able to play regardless […]

A TRALEE native will return home to take part in the latest Trad Connections concert on Friday May 27 in Siamsa Tíre. Leonard Barry will partner with up Seamie O’Dowd for the latest in the Trad Connections series. Originally from Tralee and now living in Sligo, Leonard Barry is widely regarded as […]

CANCER Support Charity Recovery Haven Kerry will join forces with a number of Kerry musicians and singers for a gala summer concert at Tralee’s Ballyroe Heights Hotel on Sunday, June 19. After two years of restrictions and missing out on in-person fundraising events, the charity is thrilled to announce details […]

A WEEK of nature events are scheduled to take place at Tralee Bay Wetlands Eco & Activity Park during National Biodiversity Week 2022 which runs from May 15-23. Most events are free of charge, but the Wetlands asks that you reserve your place or book your tickets on line in advance. […]

FOLLOWING a successful concert by Junior Brother at St. John’s the Evangelist Church last weekend, Nonfaction return with a weekend of free performances at The Greyhound Bar Tralee on May 20/21. It all kicks off Friday, May 20 at 8.30pm with Messyng – a North Kerry bedroom pop band composed […]

CONNECT Kerry is hosting a special event this Sunday giving tips and advice for getting your health back on track as summer approaches. They have teamed up with a host of experts to bring the ladies of Kerry a wealth of knowledge to help keep you find a better, healthier […]

ONE of the biggest motoring extravaganzas ever seen in Kerry is ready to take over Tralee and Dingle on May 27 and 28. Déjà vu Tralee will trace the history of motorsport in the county as part of Kerry Motor Club’s 50th anniversary. It will also raise funds for Recovery […]

EXCITEMENT is building ahead of the return of the Kingdom County Fair at a new location in Ballymacthomas just outside Tralee this Sunday. It promises to be a fun filled day for all the family with the grounds will be open from 9am. Guests on the day will include Minister for […]

THE excitement was palpable on Friday evening as around 150 young performers gathered backstage at Siamsa Tíre for the opening performance of ‘Back To The Music’. Following on from the Easter Panto ‘Cinderella’, the award-winning director Oliver Hurley is presenting a variety of musical theatre excerpts this weekend in a […]

Our movie guy, James Finnegan, on some real gems on the TV this Saturday… It is a rarer event then you might imagine but the common denominator of today’s film selection is that they are all multiple Oscar Winners. At another time, you would call this film “I see dead […]

LISTOWEL Race Company prepares to host their first full public meeting in two years this June Bank Holiday weekend from Saturday, June 4 to Monday, June 6. One of the highlights will be Ladies Day on the Sunday which will be judged by fashion blogger, Emily O’Donoghue, @fashionablyfortyish with a […]

STUDENTS from creative arts courses at Kerry College gathered at Siamsa Tíre on Thursday for the official launch of an exhibition of work. Kerry College learners on the QQI Level 5 Art, Craft & Design; Animation; Games Design and Digital Design with Visual Communication courses are exhibiting their work until […]

The weekend is upon us so get out there and enjoy it. Here’s some things to get up to in and around Tralee… Friday 1. Get back to the music… Oliver Hurley’s School of Musical Theatre presents ‘Back To The Music’ at Siamsa Tire on Friday and Saturday. This two […]

KERRY Choral Union will host their much-anticipated Spring Concert at St Brendan’s Church, Tralee on this Sunday, May 8 at 7.30pm. After a two-year break due to Covid-19, the wonderful concert of choral music will be conducted by Sharon Reidy and is being organised, once again, to raise vital funds […]

PRESENTATION Secondary School Tralee is buzzing with excitement at the prospect of hosting its first musical in 25 years. ‘Magic of the Musicals’ will take place in the totally transformed Sports’ Hall on Wednesday, May 11th next at 7pm. Directed by Oliver Hurley and featuring transition year students, the show […]

AN acclaimed music artist will play a concert in Tralee next Sunday night. Junior Brother (aka Ronan Kealy from Killarney) will perform in St. John’s the Evangelist Church at Ashe Street on May 8. It’s part of over 90 events supported by Kerry County Council through the Local Live Performance […]

IT was a super Saturday of delicious treats to enjoy all around town as the Tralee Food Festival drew large crowds to town. The Taste Trail, music entertainment and food stalls were all a success and with the weather again expected to play ball, there’s even more fun for all […]

WITH the weather expected to be kind, there’s no excuse not to head to town today to sample the fabulous atmosphere at the Tralee Food Festival. It’s hoped locals will come out, support the festival and have a great time in the process. Saturday’s festivities begin with the regular Farmers […]

AFTER a three year break, The Kingdom County Fair is back and at a new location in Ballymacthomas just outside Tralee. The Show takes place on Sunday, May 8 and it promises to be a fun filled day for all the family. The grounds will be open from 9am with the […]