Killarney is certainly making up for lost time with so much happening in the months ahead. We hope we have given you more than one excuse to choose Killarney Glamping at The Grove as your perfect base too!   St. Patricks Day Festival & Parade - March 17th It is a rite of passage to stand in the town centre through rain, hail or shine and pay witness to the array of greenery and culture that makes up the St. Patricks Day Parade. Of course, we don’t make just one day of it there is a full calendar of events surrounding the date. It is almost mandatory that one samples a Green ice-cream or Guinness on the day too   Wander Wild Festival - March 27th – 29th (2024 22nd – 24th) Ireland’s great outdoors festival provides something for all abilities. From food trails to guided ascents of Ireland’s highest peak, live podcasts to fun runs and kayaking this is a great way to spend a weekend.   Rally of the Lakes – Apr 29th – 30th Considered the jewel in the crown of Irish rallying, witnessing the skills involved navigating their way through spectacular valleys and glens is sure the get the adrenaline pumping.   Ireland Bikefest May June 2nd – 5th Now in its 15th year this is a sight to behold and one of our personal favourite festivals. The festival base less than 3km from us bustles from dawn to dusk with entertainment ranging from funfair to live bands, demo rides to food fair.   Killarney 4th of July Celebrations This annual festival celebrating all things American kicks off early with a choral performance at the town hall and runs until late with outdoor movie in the National Park followed by fireworks.   Killarney Racing Festivals Against a spectacular backdrop of Mountains and Lakes the Killarney Racecourse festivals run in May, July, August and September. Just 2km from us here.   Quest Adventure Race – 7th Oct This epic annual adventure sees athletes of all levels running, cycling and kayaking through Killarney’s extensive UNESCO National Park. They have 3 exciting routes ranging from 27km to 83km.   Hardman Events From duathlons to full marathons there is a feast of events to challenge yourself with this year in Killarney running from April to November.   Christmas in Killarney This magical annual festival is as popular with locals as it is with tourists. With concerts, parades, shopping and food events it really is the place to be in the lead up and throughout the festive season.   INEC (Irelands National Events Centre) Just in case you need more persuading to come to us and Killarney the INEC line-up for 2020 surely could be the deal breaker. We are just 2.7km away and below is just a taste of what to expect   Bingo Loco April 28th Tommy Tiernan April 29th Nathan Carter May 12th Damien Dempsey May 26th Biggest 90s/00s Disco May 27th Conor Byrne May 28th  Bikefest June 2nd weekend Hozier June 27th Christy Moore June 30th Abbaesque July 1st Martin Kemp Back to the 80s Dj set July 14th Cian Ducrot Aug 4th The Whistling Donkeys Aug 6th Neil Diamond Aug 18th Wolfe Tones Aug 19th Tom Jones Tribute Aug 19th Mary Black Oct 20th Picture This Oct 21st   Offering a truly unique Killarney accommodation experience exclusively for couples and solo travelers Killarney Glamping at the Grove is way more than just a place to lie your head at the days end. We hope your biggest dilema will be choosing between our Luxury Lodges with full central heating throughout, King Size Beds, spacious bathroom and kitchens or the Romantic Glamping Suites with cotton canvas heated bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms and quirky outdoor sheltered kitchens. Our newest additions The Cabins stay true to our ethos of unique design and are fully self contained also.  Whatever you choose you will have views down our natural meadows to the mountains and river beyond. Perfect to take it all in from your private patio.

This past year, as always we added to what we offer our guests here at Killarney Glamping. Keeping our natural surrounds in mind we again sourced as much skills and materials locally.   • We were tempted to keep this one to ourselves but our guests now have Exclusive access to our Riverside Sauna. It has a stunning secluded setting on the banks of the River Flesk just a short stroll from each room. A Private session for 2 costs €40 and the sauna boasts panoramic views of the river and the experience includes use of a cold water rainforest style outdoor shower under a canopy of trees! For more click here https://www.killarneyglamping.com/location/riverside-sauna • Our newest Cabin was designed by our own Mike and built on site with great assistance (and patience) from local carpenter Dan McCarthy. • The coir carpet of Our Romantic Glamping Suites made way for solid wooden floors and full en-suite bathrooms were added. • The Luxury Lodges now boast skylights perfect for star gazing along with white oak bespoke glass doors by talented local man Michael O’Donoghue. • We sought out Kerry Woolen Mills to provide the curtains for these and have updated many of our beds with 100% Irish made Respa mattresses. • Coupling all this with our initiatives of providing eco friendly toiletries and cleaning products where possible and our meadows being left to nature itself we aim to treat our beautiful setting with as much respect as it deserves   Hope to welcome you this Autumn or Winter Season (we only close December 22 until February 7th 2025)

Explore the best of Killarney 2026 with our guide to the town’s top festivals, concerts and outdoor events. Make your stay unforgettable with Killarney Glamping at the Grove as your perfect base.     St. Patricks Day Festival & Parade - March 17th   It is a rite of passage to stand in the town centre through rain, hail or shine and pay witness to the array of greenery and culture that makes up the St. Patricks Day Parade. Of course, we don’t make just one day of it there is a full calendar of events surrounding the date. It is almost mandatory that one samples a green ice-cream or Guinness on the day too     Wander Wild Festival - April 17th – 19th   Ireland’s great outdoors festival provides something for all abilities. From food trails to guided ascents of Ireland’s highest peak, live podcasts to fun runs and kayaking this is a great way to spend a weekend.     Rally of the Lakes – May 1st – 3rd   Considered the jewel in the crown of Irish rallying, witnessing the skills involved navigating their way through spectacular valleys and glens is sure the get the adrenaline pumping.     Run Killarney- 9th May   Run 10K or a half marathon through one of the world’s most breath taking and scenic routes.     Ireland Bikefest- May 29th – 31st   Celebrating 20 years in 2026, Bikefest is a must attend annual international festival attracting motorcycle enthusiasts in their thousands from all over the world. One of Europe’s premier free festivals consists of 3 days of motorcycles and music.     Killarney Celebration of Irish American Friendship- July 4th   This annual festival celebrating all things American includes free live music, street celebrations and parades and is a must see for the whole family     Killarney Racing Festivals   Against a spectacular backdrop of Mountains and Lakes the Killarney Racecourse festivals run in May, July, August and October.     The Kerry Way Ultra- September 4th – 5th   Ireland’s most scenic Ultra 200km, 100km & 60km across the Iveragh peninsula starting and finishing in the Killarney Racecourse, sees competitors from all over the world compete in this physically gruelling race     The Hardman Killarney August 29th   Begin with a swim in the famous Lakes of Killarney before cycling the full length of the legendary Ring of Kerry, followed by a full marathon through Killarney National Park     Christmas in Killarney   This magical annual festival is as popular with locals as it is with tourists. With concerts, parades, shopping and food events it really is the place to be in the lead up and throughout the festive season.     INEC (Ireland’s National Events Centre)   Just in case you need more persuading to come to us and Killarney, the INEC line-up for 2026 surely could be the deal breaker. Below is just a taste of what to expect     The Gathering Festival March 5th   Derek Ryan March 7th   Mike Denver March 14th   Christy Moore April 11th   Nathan Carter April 17th   Jason Bryne April 24th   Damien Dempsey April 25th   Gavin James May 3rd   Mary Black May 16th   Garron Noone July 11th   The Whistlin’ Donkeys August 2nd   Cian Ducrot Aug 4th   The Whistling Donkeys Aug 6th     Offering a truly unique Killarney accommodation experience for couples and solo travellers Killarney Glamping at the Grove is way more than just a place to lie your head at the days end.   Our brand new family friendly site, Killarney Glamping Ross Road, in the heart of Killarney’s National Park at the Killarney Racecourse offers the perfect blend of peaceful nature whilst being only a short stroll to the bustling town centre.