Pictured at the launch in Tralee’s Town Park were flower girls Maiya Rivas McHugh and Roisin Sugrue with Mayor of Tralee Terry O’Brien. Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTDFÉILE na mBláth – Tralee Park Festival returns to Tralee Town Park this summer for its 21st anniversary, promising an even bigger and better celebration for 2026.
The festival will take place from this Friday 12th to Sunday 14th June and, thanks to the continued support of Kerry County Council and Tralee Municipal District, all festival events will once again be completely free to attend.
The official Festival opening will take place on Friday, June 12 at 1pm by Mayor of Tralee and Tralee Flower and Garden Club, followed by an afternoon filled with live music and delicious food offerings.
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The centrepiece of Féile na mBláth remains the Tralee Flower and Garden Club arrangement and display competitions in the Flower Marquee, which culminate with the prize-giving ceremony on Sunday evening.
Pictured at thew launch in Tralee’s Town Park were flower girls Roisin Sugrue and Maiya Rivas McHugh with Eamon Cunningham KCC , Mark Sullivan The Rose Hotel, Mayor of Tralee Terry O’Brien and Niamh O’Sullivan KCC . Photo By : Domnick Walsh © Eye Focus LTDFriday evening will conclude with a special outdoor family summer movie night in the Town Park, with some familiar children’s characters making appearances to welcome audiences before the screening begins at 6pm.
This year, the festival is delighted to introduce a brand-new Sensory Zone Workshop for the very first time.
Taking place in the Kerry Group Entertainment Marquee in the Town Park on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th June, the sensory zone will provide a designated interactive space filled with games, activities and fun experiences for everyone to enjoy.
Saturday’s programme is packed with entertainment and activities for all ages, including the weekly Park Run, flower demonstrations by Tralee Flower and Garden Club, and workshops in the Community Gardens.
Families can enjoy performances from the Fanzini Brothers, interactive drum circles, Munster Pipe Band performances, and the colourful ‘Creatable Inflatable Parade’.
The evening celebrations will continue in the sponsored Kerry Group Marquee with Set Dancing and Céilí dancing late into the night.
Sunday morning will begin with the traditional outdoor Mass at 10:30am. followed by the ever- popular Emergency Services Display featuring Kerry Fire & Rescue, Kerry Civil Defence and the Irish Coast Guard.
Trad Central will take over the park on Sunday afternoon with live traditional music, Irish dancing and cultural performances along with the much-loved annual Dog Show.
Throughout the weekend, visitors can also enjoy traditional food and craft stalls, Art in the Park, Tralee Community Garden workshops and Meitheal activities, along with free admission to Kerry County Museum.
Mayor of Tralee Councillor Terry O’Brien said: “Kerry County Council and Tralee Municipal District are delighted to continue supporting Féile na mBláth as it celebrates its 21st anniversary this year.
The festival is a wonderful community event that brings people together to enjoy music, gardening, culture and family entertainment in the heart of Tralee Town Park. I would encourage everyone to come along, enjoy the wide range of free activities on offer, and support local community groups throughout the weekend.”
Hope all the anti social types that have been taking over the park in recent times are moved on