Carlingford Festivals

Saturday 11th of May

11.00am Maebh’s Gap Heritage Hill Walk -
An experienced Archaeologist guide from Setanta Tours will lead this looped mountain walk discussing the archaeology and mythology of Carlingford and the Cooley Peninsula as you enjoy a pleasant walk with breathtaking views. Pre-Book by calling: 087 133 5159

Starting Point The Tourist Office, Time 4 hours, Distance 8km, Cost E15 per person Bottled water/ light snack recommended

2.00pm Taste of local Carlingford Village Bake Traditional bakes ‘tastefully’ compete amidst offerings of delicious home treats. A unique experience for visitors to sample authentic  homemade produce and discover handed down recipes and tips. Prize for winning dish, bowl, jug or jar.!

2.30pm - 5.30pm Face Painting -
At the Hospitality Tent. Child friendly paints create scary witches, pretty indians and funny clowns!

3.30pm - 5.00pm Children’s Treasure Hunt - Race through the medieval village and collect the answers within  its historical walls. Suitable for 6 yrs upwards. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes. Registration at The Tourist Office

3.00pm – 6.00pm
5FM’s Big O - broadcasting live from Village Centre with lots of giveaways!

4.00pm A Taste of Organic Carlingford -
A guided forage along the seashore and local environs of Carlingford highlighting regular natural ingredients and substance that we pass every day.

A Fascinating & informative event underlining all that is at our fingertips which can be eaten and used for delicious and healthy meals and snacks.

Assembly Point at the Tourist Office. Cost E5.00. Children free.

Saturday Evening Entertainment

Taaffes Bar - The Lettermen & DJ RnB - 8.00pm til late

PJ O’Hares – DJ Conan from 10.00pm

Carlingford Arms - Nitelife  - 9.00pm til late

Ma Bakers - Up the Left   - 9.00pm til late

Sunday 12th of May

12.00pm Guided Walk of Medieval Carlingford - Interesting tour of the medieval town of Carlingford. The tour will visit the towns historical  following  sites, providing information on the towns origin, its position within national history and offer an insight into daily life during the medieval period.

Starting Point The Tourist Office, Time 1.5 hours, Distance 2kms, Registration from 11.00am, Cost €E5.00

A Taste of Carlingford for Children

12.00pm - 6.00pm
Children’s Bouncy Castle and Entertainment at The Four Seasons

2.00pm Build a Castle - Carlingford’s best known castle is King Johns. Children are invited to come along to Carlingford beach and recreate a sand King Johns Castle. Prizes for the most clever recreation using as much natural material from our shores.

2.00pm Crab Fishing at King Johns Pier - (weather permitting) All children MUST be accompanied by adults. Prizes for the biggest, smallest crab, ugliest and most crabs.

3.00pm Stone Skimming
The Taste of Carlingford - reintroduce traditional children activities. This fun event gives hours of enjoyment for children with old fashioned play as they count how many times they can make the stones bounce over the water! Sponsored by Carlingford Adventure Centre

3.00pm Kayaking - King Johns Pier Fun in Carlingford Harbour..! Facilitated by award winning Carlingford Adventure Centre. (Weather permitting).

Sunday Evening Entertainment

Taaffes Bar - The Stormers - 3.00pm – 6.00pm

Classic Hits 70’s 80’s & Soul  - 8.00pm til Late

Ma Bakers - The Booze Brothers - 9.00pm til late

P.J.’s Beer Garden - Brother Bold - 3.00pm - 6.00pm

Carlingford Arms - Hughie Mulligan - 4.00pm - 7.00pm & Bogtown Rat  - 9.30pm til late