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Longford (Irish: An Longfort) is the county town of County Longford in Ireland. It had a population of 10,952 at the 2022 census.
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What's on in Longford?
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The Pulse radar in Longford lists 37 public events over the next 14 days: bars (25), concerts & shows (11). Updated continuously from official sources and the local community.
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Pumpkin Patch Experience at Stewart Family Farm
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Stewart Family Farm, Longford
A favourite seasonal outing for families, the experience offers plenty of opportunities for photographs, exploring the farm and making lasting memories together. Whether you're searching for the ideal pumpkin to carve or simply looking for a fun day put during the mid-term break,
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 15/10 · 00:00PUBLIC EVENT
The Chastitute
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Backstage Theatre
BTG presents John B. Keane’s hilarious and poignant comedy The Chastitute, co-directed by Charlie McGuinness and Ollie Kenny and dedicated to the memory of the late, great Gus Hanley. John Bosco McLaine is a 53-year-old bachelor farmer, celibate by force of circumstance and deter
Failte-Ireland · public data - 16/10PUBLIC EVENT
The Chastitute
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Backstage Theatre, Longford
BTG presents John B. Keane’s hilarious and poignant comedy The Chastitute, co-directed by Charlie McGuinness and Ollie Kenny and dedicated to the memory of the late, great Gus Hanley. John Bosco McLaine is a 53-year-old bachelor farmer, celibate by force of circumstance and deter
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 17/10PUBLIC EVENT
Samhain Beeswax Candle Making Workshop
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ The Farmhouse Bees and Trees Limited, Longford
You'll learn how to create hand-dipped taper candles, rolled beeswax candles, and small moulded candles to take home. Weather permitting, guests will also enjoy a gentle walk around the farm to visit the beehives and learn more about the bees, the wax, and the process behind this
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 20/10PUBLIC EVENT
The Cable
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Backstage Theatre
Set on Valentia Island in 1866 during the laying of the Transatlantic Cable — known as the “Eighth Wonder of the World” — the play unfolds as a poignant story of love, loss, and the enduring human need for connection in Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 23/10 · 00:00PUBLIC EVENT
Longford's Dead of Night Festival 2026
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Longford
The festival transforms the town, with events happening throughout the day and into the evening. From family activities at Halloween HQ in Pig Market Lane to live performances, creative workshops, immersive experiences and the spectacular Fire & Shadows Procession, there's someth
Failte-Ireland · public data - 23/10PUBLIC EVENT
FLIP
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Backstage Theatre
A performance full of movement, rhythm and beautiful chaos for children and grown-ups who can’t keep still. FLIP is virtuoso dance for young audiences (Junior Infants to 5th Class) that follows two characters as they mov Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 23/10PUBLIC EVENT
Haunted Westmeath Podcast Longford Edition
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Edward J Valentines Bar
As part of Home of Halloween’s ‘Samhain in the Heartlands’ festival, join host Olga Aughey and guests for a special Longford edition of Haunted Westmeath Podcast. Recorded live at Edward J Valentines, on the night ghostl Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 24/10PUBLIC EVENT
Aindrais De Staic & The Latchikos
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Edward J Valentines Bar
Aindrais de Staic return with his distinctive mix of storytelling, music, comedy and spoken word to Valentine's, Longford, alongside The Latchikos, whose lively blend of Balkan, Roma, Irish and world music has made them Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 24/10PUBLIC EVENT
Harvest Heros! A D&D story for young Adventurers
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Longford Library
Children are invited to paint their own miniature hero before setting out on a tabletop adventure inspired by Irish folklore, harvest traditions, and the stories of Samhain. The young heroes must search for clues, gather Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 24/10PUBLIC EVENT
Longford's Dead of Night Festival 2026
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Longford, Longford
The festival transforms the town, with events happening throughout the day and into the evening. From family activities at Halloween HQ in Pig Market Lane to live performances, creative workshops, immersive experiences and the spectacular Fire & Shadows Procession, there's someth
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 25/10PUBLIC EVENT
Boys from the Black Stuff ft. Cronin, Andy Nolan & Mundy
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Lyons Bar (Longford)
Boys from the Black Stuff, featuring Cronin and Andy Nolan. A Shane MacGowan Tribute with Special Guest Mundy Boys from the Black Stuff bring the legendary songs of Shane MacGowan and The Pogues to the stage, following t Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 25/10PUBLIC EVENT
Samhain Poetry Book Launch
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Lyons Bar, Longford
Join us for this poetry book launch that is sure to inspire you and encourage your love for this time of year even more. Ireland really does shine at this time of year, with our rich history in literature. So what better Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 27/10PUBLIC EVENT
Scare - Haunted Maze
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Knights & Conquests Heritage Centre, Longford
From the 26th October - 30th October with multiple sessions each evening, this immersive, haunting experience will take visitors deep into the mythical world, inspired by Irelands vast and ancient legends. Wander through scary, eerie and really creepy pathways where they fey hide
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 27/10PUBLIC EVENT
The Samhain Scavenger Hunt
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Knights & Conquests Heritage Centre, Longford
Families are invited to enjoy our Children's Samhain Scavenger Hunt from the 26th of October - 30th of October with multiple sessions each day! An exciting & chilling adventure through Knights and Conquests as young explorers search for their own unique hidden treats, complete ch
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 28/10PUBLIC EVENT
Serpents of Samhain: A D&D Halloween Adventure
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Attic House Teen Project Longford
A terrible plague spreads across the land, threatening to ruin the harvest and plunge Ireland into famine. The kingdom's greatest hope rests with a handful of unlikely heroes. Join us for a special Dungeons & Dragons adv Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 28/10PUBLIC EVENT
Féile na Samhna at Corlea Trackway
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre, Longford
Set against the backdrop of Ireland's largest Iron Age bog road, this special Home of Halloween event will offer an opportunity to experience one of the country's most unique heritage sites as it embraces the spirit of Samhain. Full programme details will be announced soon, but v
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 29/10PUBLIC EVENT
Samhain Witches are Wise Women
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ PV's Hotel and Restaurant
Where Witches - revealed to be the Bean Feasa, Bean Ghlúine and Bean Chointe - prophets, carers and healers, creators mothers and daughters, masked and unmasked, transformed and disguised dance to the beats of Samhain. T Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 29/10 · 00:00PUBLIC EVENT
Halloween HQ 2026
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Pig Market Lane
Drop in and enjoy a packed programme of creative activities and live entertainment, including arts and crafts, face painting, storytelling, music, and the ever-popular Bug & Reptile Zoo. With plenty to see and do throughout the day, Halloween HQ is the perfect place for families
Failte-Ireland · public data - 29/10 · 00:00PUBLIC EVENT
Literary Family Scavenger Hunt at Halloween HQ
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Pig Market Lane
Questions will be based on spooky literature such as Bram Stokers Dracula and Mary Shelly's Frankenstein. This is fun for all the family. The trail will take you from clue to clue, on a map of Longford town that will be provided to you. So put your thinking caps on and have a hau
Failte-Ireland · public data - 30/10PUBLIC EVENT
Ghosts, Ghouls and Grooves
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ PV's Hotel and Restaurant
Young witches, wizards and monsters can enjoy creative workshops including mask-making, costume design, face painting and special effects makeup before dancing the evening away at a Halloween disco packed with music, gam Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 30/10PUBLIC EVENT
Literary Family Scavenger Hunt at Halloween HQ
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Pig Market Lane, Longford
Questions will be based on spooky literature such as Bram Stokers Dracula and Mary Shelly's Frankenstein. This is fun for all the family. The trail will take you from clue to clue, on a map of Longford town that will be provided to you. So put your thinking caps on and have a hau
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 30/10PUBLIC EVENT
Halloween HQ 2026
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Pig Market Lane, Longford
Drop in and enjoy a packed programme of creative activities and live entertainment, including arts and crafts, face painting, storytelling, music, and the ever-popular Bug & Reptile Zoo. With plenty to see and do throughout the day, Halloween HQ is the perfect place for families
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 31/10PUBLIC EVENT
Fire & Shadows Procession Longford Town
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Longford
Inspired by the traditions of Samhain, this spectacular outdoor event brings together local artists, performers and community groups in a vibrant celebration of creativity and culture. Expect illuminated creations, strik Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 06/11 · 00:00PUBLIC EVENT
Adrift
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Backstage Theatre
A rural Irish family gathers to celebrate a birthday, but tensions quickly rise when they confront one sister’s relationship with a refugee. Fierce, funny and immediate, Deirdre Kinahan’s ADRIFT explores fear, belonging and Ireland’s complicated relationship with emigration and i
Failte-Ireland · public data - 07/11PUBLIC EVENT
Diwali Delight
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Temperance Hall
In Indian tradition, it symbolizes the victory of light over darkness. Homes and places of worship are illuminated with lamps and diyas, signifying the transition from darkness to light. The Indian community in Longford Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 07/11PUBLIC EVENT
Adrift
Organised by Fáilte Ireland
⌖ Backstage Theatre, Longford
A rural Irish family gathers to celebrate a birthday, but tensions quickly rise when they confront one sister’s relationship with a refugee. Fierce, funny and immediate, Deirdre Kinahan’s ADRIFT explores fear, belonging and Ireland’s complicated relationship with emigration and i
Failte-Ireland-Events · public data - 08/11PUBLIC EVENT
Gerry Guthrie
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Backstage Theatre
Gerry Guthrie can’t remember a time in his life when he didn’t long to be a musician and singer. The Mayo man has been fronting his own 5-piece touring band since 2010, playing dancehalls in every corner of Ireland and f Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 12/11PUBLIC EVENT
CHOP
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Backstage Theatre
Axes chop. Wood flies. Egos splinter. This is the kind of show you come out buzzing from: funny, physical, slightly dark, and full of heart. At its centre is a lone wood-chopper stuck in a strange, end-of-the-world loop, Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 14/11PUBLIC EVENT
Shirley Valentine
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Backstage Theatre
Meet Shirley, a 45-year-old housewife, trapped in a dreary marriage and humdrum life. As she prepares her husband’s dinner – egg and chips – Shirley wonders when she lost her hopeful, youthful self. Feeling isolated, she Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 26/11PUBLIC EVENT
The Bartered Bride
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Backstage Theatre
One bride. Two suitors. Set in a busy Czech village bound by tradition and tangled in secrets, The Bartered Bride is a fast-paced comic opera where two young lovers attempt to rewrite the rules. To be together, they need Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 27/11PUBLIC EVENT
Pints, Dentures & Rock ’n’ Roll
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Backstage Theatre
This time the characters aren’t just having the craic … they’re fully out of control. Expect a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud night of rural Irish chaos as Tadhg brings an entire parish of walking disasters to life. From fed Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 28/11PUBLIC EVENT
Robert Mizzell’s Nashville Songbook 2026
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Backstage Theatre
Robert Mizzell has made Ireland his home for over 25 years. He served his apprenticeship in Country Music since he first arrived here. The father and husband is now one of the top Country Music Artists in Ireland, enjoyi Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 04/12PUBLIC EVENT
ABBA Forever – The Christmas Show
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Backstage Theatre
ABBA FOREVER is back by popular demand! It’s Christmas! It’s Party Time! It’s Abba! Their music is the most played on radio stations around the world and the musical based on their life is still packing Theatres from Wat Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 05/12PUBLIC EVENT
Mick Flavin
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Backstage Theatre
With a career spanning decades, Mick Flavin has become one of Ireland’s most beloved country performers, known for his warm stage presence and timeless songs. Audiences can look forward to an evening filled with classic Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 12/12PUBLIC EVENT
Greatest ’80s Show
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Backstage Theatre
After two sell-out tours and unforgettable nights across the country, the show everybody is talking about returns to Longford with a brand-new production, massive live sound and lighting, and even more of the anthems you Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data - 15/12PUBLIC EVENT
How To Catch A Star
Organised by OpenAgenda
⌖ Backstage Theatre
Once there was a boy who was always looking up. He dreamt of having a star as a friend. This is the story of his adventure… Based on the beloved book by award-winning Irish author Oliver Jeffers, Branar is proud to prese Date et heure de fin à vérifier auprès de l’organisateur.
Failte-Ireland · public data