Hinterland Festival of Literature and Arts, Kells

What to Expect

Hinterland is a four-day festival of literature, ideas and the arts held in Kells, Co. Meath, now in its 14th year. The 2026 programme features more than 70 events including author interviews, history talks, live performances, creative workshops and family events. Highlights include award-winning broadcaster Kirsty Wark in conversation, events at the newly opened Kells Printing Works, and the annual TypeTrail walking exhibition - a typography and calligraphy art trail through the town launched on 26 June under the theme ‘Process’.

Good to Know

• Dates: Thursday 25 June to Sunday 28 June 2026.

• Multiple venues across Kells town, including Kells Printing Works and Kells Church of Ireland.

• TypeTrail launch: Thursday 26 June at 7pm at Kells Church of Ireland.

• Tickets bookable at hinterland.ie; some events are free.

• Annual festival; 14th edition in 2026.

Getting There

Kells is approximately 55 km north-west of Dublin; Bus Eireann services run from Dublin to Kells. Parking is available in the town.