14/06/2026
Summer Solstice Comes to Kenmare โ๏ธ
We are genuinely excited to see Kenmare hosting its very first Summer Solstice Festival this year.
The Summer Solstice has always held a special place in my heart. Growing up at the foot of the Hill of Tara, the longest day of the year was celebrated with music, storytelling, feasting, dancing, fires and community gatherings. It was a time to come together, to celebrate nature, light and the season ahead.
Years later, we carried some of those traditions to Cahore by the sea, where people would gather before dawn for a sunrise swim and welcome the day together.
To now see a full community celebration taking place here in Kenmare feels incredibly special.
From sunrise yoga and spiritual walks to music, dancing, crafts, storytelling and an evening concert, the programme captures everything that the solstice is about: connection, culture, creativity and community.
As this yearโs Summer Solstice also falls on Fatherโs Day, it is the perfect opportunity to spend time with family and friends while enjoying everything our wonderful town has to offer.
If you are planning to join the sunrise or sunset events, wrap up warm, bring a blanket, a flask and a few creature comforts. The dawn and evening air can still be quite fresh, but that is all part of the experience!
A huge well done to Lynne and everyone involved in organising this inaugural festival. I cannot wait to take part and I hope many of you will too.
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Sunday 21st June 2026
๐ Kenmare
โ๏ธ From Sunrise to Sunset
Happy Summer Solstice and Happy Fatherโs Day to all the wonderful dads out there.
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