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Bagenalstown in Bloom 2026

At McGrath Hall and venues across Bagenalstown · Station Road, Bagenalstown (Muine Bheag), Co. Carlow

Colourful floral displays and community stalls at Bagenalstown in Bloom

What to Expect

Bagenalstown in Bloom is the town’s annual celebration of flowers, community and creativity, organised by the Bagenalstown Improvement Group. The 2026 festival features colourful floral displays throughout the town, live music, and hands-on workshops. A workshop in dry needle felting is scheduled for Saturday 13 June 2026 at McGrath Hall. The Bagenalstown Community Garden, which won a certificate of distinction at Bord Bia Bloom 2026, is a centrepiece of the festival.

Good to Know

  • June 2026; specific festival start date to be confirmed via the Bagenalstown in Bloom website or Facebook

  • Needle felting workshop: Saturday 13 June 2026, McGrath Hall, Station Road, Kilcarrig, Bagenalstown

  • Free entry to most events; workshop booking may be required

  • Check facebook.com/bagenalstowninbloom for updates

Getting There

Bagenalstown (Muine Bheag) is on the R448 between Carlow Town and Kilkenny, approximately 16 km south of Carlow Town. Local car parking available in the town centre.

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