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A Drop-in Drop-out information session will be held in McGrath Hall on Tuesday 23rd April 2024 between 4.30 p.m. and 7.30 p.m.

A small business from County Carlow could be one of 31 who get a chance to exhibit as part of this year’s Local Enterprise Village at the Ploughing Championships in September.

Lower Tullow Street will come alive with music, magic, and mesmerising performances as Carlow County Council proudly presents Streetfest Busking Competition taking place on select dates throughout April, May and June 2024. This thrilling competition invites local talent to showcase their skills and entertain audiences from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM each day.

Lower Tullow Street came alive with vibrant performances and festivities during Streetfest, which was held on Friday, April 5th, and Saturday, April 6th, 2024, in tandem with the Pan Celtic Festival. Featuring an eclectic mix of entertainment and cultural experiences, the event brought together residents and visitors alike for a weekend of celebration.

Carlow County Council Local Enterprise Office is thrilled to announce the launch of its highly anticipated 2024 Training Programme. Designed to meet the evolving needs of professionals, potential new entrepreneurs and small business owner managers across various industries which offers a diverse range of courses aimed at enhancing skills, fostering innovation, and driving career advancement.

Carlow County Council is calling on craft makers from across the region to seize the opportunity to showcase their talents at the upcoming Streetfest, which is taking place on various dates from April to June.

This April, Carlow’s Lower Tullow Street will pulsate with the vibrant rhythm of Streetfest – a dynamic series of family-friendly street events designed to celebrate our community spirit, culture, and the richness of our local businesses. More than just an event, Streetfest represents a movement to bolster our local economy while indulging in the finest offerings Carlow has to offer.

Since 1949, Shaws has been an integral part of the Carlow Town Centre experience, nestled on Lower Tullow Street. Having contributed to the vibrancy of our County Carlow for generations, Shaws further invested €13 million in 2005 to develop its current 32,000 square feet store. Now, in 2024, a refurbishment of the premises is underway, promising to usher in a fresh retail experience for Carlow Town.

Carlow County Council has announced details of a new funding opportunity to support the development, promotion, and presentation of Rambling Houses in Carlow in 2024, through Creative Ireland.

Carlow County Council, in collaboration with key local partners including Carlow Tourism, Network Ireland (Carlow), Carlow Libraries, Carlow County Development Partnership, County Carlow Chamber, KCETB (Kilkenny and Carlow Education and Training Board), Carlow College, Bagenalstown Chamber of Commerce Group, SETU, and Carlow Kilkenny Skillnet, is excited to announce the launch of Opportunity 2024 a skills survey aimed at shaping the future investment and opportunities for  County Carlow.