Strokestown Park

Movement In Nature
2025-08-22 12:00 - 13:00 (Europe/Dublin)
Children aged 5 to 12 years are invited to step into the beauty of the Walled Gardens and Woodland Trail at Strokestown Park for a unique and enriching Movement in Nature Workshop, led by Marianne Fallon, Chartered Psychologist, Ecotherapist, and Yin Yoga Instructor.
This free event invites young people to explore the wonders of nature while discovering the calming power of mindful movement.
Advanced booking is essential due to limited capacity. Register here.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.

A Day Of Automotive History 2025
2025-08-24 11:00 - 17:00 | Strokestown Park
Join the Roscommon Sports & Classic Cars Club for the 2025 ‘A Day of Automotive History’.
Taking place on Sunday the 24th of August between 11 am and 5 pm.

Admission €10.00, Children FREE.
This event is taking place as part of National Heritage Week.
Discover more events at Strokestown Park here.

Strokestown Agricultural & Industrial Show 2025
2025-09-13
Celebrating its 157th year, the Annual Strokestown Agricultural & Industrial Show returns to Strokestown Park on Saturday 13th September 2025. Always a wonderful day for the whole family.
Visit www.strokestownshow.ie for further information.

Studies on the Cailleach with Doireann Ní Ghlacáin
2025-10-26
An evening of music and storytelling with Doireann Ní Ghlacáin
Studies on the Cailleach is a debut solo show from traditional musician, sean nós singer and storyteller, Doireann Ní Ghlacáin. This performance reimagines the Cailleach (Goddess of Winter), incorporating traditional music, song and stories to explore contemporary Irish womanhood. Doireann guides audiences through an hour of spellbinding reflection and musical ritual. As the Cailleach retreats to sleep, we, too, are called to listen more deeply to the unseen.
About Doireann Ní Ghlacáin

Doireann is a broadcaster, musician, and academic with a deep-rooted passion for storytelling, the Irish language, and cultural preservation. A fluent Irish speaker, she brings a fresh, authentic voice to contemporary conversations around identity, heritage, and modern Irish life.
Doireann is the co-host of the chart-topping podcast How To Gael, where she explores the intersections of language, culture, and community with humour, insight, and heart. Her distinctive presence and engaging style have made her a familiar face and voice across Irish media, with regular presenting roles on RTÉ Radio 1, TG4, and RTÉ television.
With a background in traditional Irish music, both as a performer and scholar, Doireann seamlessly blends academic rigour with a natural talent for communication. Her work often bridges generations, connecting Ireland’s rich cultural past with its evolving present.
Whether she’s behind a mic, on stage with her fiddle, or championing Gaeilge in innovative ways, Doireann is committed to making Irish culture accessible, relevant, and vibrant for all.
Venue
The Galleried Kitchen, Strokestown House
Tickets
General Admission €25.00 plus booking fee.

Event Information
Doors Open 7.30pm, Start Time 8pm
Parking at the front of Strokestown House
Event is taking place in the Galleried Kitchen, Strokestown House
This event is wheelchair accessible

Festive Guided Tour of Strokestown Park House
2025-11-22 13:00 - 14:00
✨ Festive Guided Tour of Strokestown Park House

Saturday, 22nd November at 1pm
Step into the magic of Christmas past with a special festive tour of Strokestown Park House. Discover the charm of this magnificent Palladian mansion, beautifully adorned for the holiday season.
Hear how the residents once celebrated Christmas — from sumptuous dinners in the grand dining room to cosy gatherings in the elegant library.
You’ll also learn about the Victorian traditions that shaped Christmas celebrations at Strokestown Park in the late 1800s — customs that continue to inspire today’s beloved Victorian Christmas Experience at Strokestown Park.

Paws & Claus
2025-11-23
Join us on Sunday, November 23rd between 11am and 4pm, for ‘Paws & Claus’.
A day dedicated to the whole family!

For further information contact (071) 96 33013 or email events@strokestownpark.ie.

Victorian Christmas Experience 2025
2025-11-29 - 2025-12-22 | Strokestown House
****This event is now SOLD OUT****
The Victorian Christmas Experience is set in our Palladian Mansion, Strokestown Park, Co. Roscommon, where the traditional charm and luxury of this era is reimagined, in an immersive, magical, fun and interactive experience for all ages.

Experience Dates
November 29th & 30th (Saturday & Sunday)
December 5th, 6th & 7th (Friday, Saturday & Sunday)
December 12th, 13th & 14th (Friday, Saturday & Sunday)
December 19th, 20th, 21st & 22nd (Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday) *Premium Weekend*
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There is an option to book a professional family portrait with Santa, which is NOT included in your ticket.
This photo option can be pre booked online or purchased on the day, along with some other quality festive mementos of the day.
For further information contact (071) 96 33013 or email events@strokestownpark.ie.
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Changes to Service
In exceptional circumstances it may be necessary at times to change the details or itinerary of the event or a booking. The Company reserves the right to make reasonable alterations to any booking made. In this event the Company will inform the Customer as soon as reasonably possible. This does not affect your statutory rights.

Victorian Christmas 'Sensory & Accessibility Experience' 2025
2025-11-30 | Strokestown House
***Sold Out*** Join us this Christmas at Strokestown Park, where our Victorian Christmas Experience has been sensitively adapted to ensure all children and their families will have the opportunity to enjoy the magic of Christmas at Strokestown Park.

Experience Date & Times
Sunday 30th November
12pm, 12.15pm, 12.30pm,
1pm, 1.15pm, 1.30pm, 1.45pm
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There is an option to book a professional family portrait with Santa, which is NOT included in your ticket.
This photo option can be pre booked online or purchased on the day, along with some other quality festive mementos of the day.
For further information contact (071) 96 33013 or email events@strokestownpark.ie.
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Changes to Service
In exceptional circumstances it may be necessary at times to change the details or itinerary of the event or a booking. The Company reserves the right to make reasonable alterations to any booking made. In this event the Company will inform the Customer as soon as reasonably possible. This does not affect your statutory rights.

Creative Writing / Poetry Workshop & Readings with Amy Abdullah Barry
2026-01-30 10:00 - 12:30
Celebrate St Brigid’s Festival 2026 with a workshop designed to spark creativity and deepen your writing practice. Inspired by themes of renewal, spring, and feminine strength, this session will explore how to connect your words to the season’s energy and Brigid’s enduring spirit.
This workshop is suitable for beginner level or those interested in writing.
Date: Friday 30th January, 2026
Workshop Times: 10.00 am – 12.00 pm
Readings: 12pm – 12.30pm
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What to Expect:

Discover your audience and how to shape your voice. Who are you writing for?
Getting Published: Practical tips to navigate one of the biggest challenges for new writers and make the process more rewarding.
Commitment to Writing: Learn ways to sustain your creative journey and demonstrate dedication to your craft.

Bring along a piece of your recent writing if you wish—sharing is optional and pressure-free.
Course Outcomes:
Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of how to make the most of their writing journey, plus actionable tips to nurture and sustain their creative practice.
About Amy Abdullah Barry
Amy Abdullah Barry, originally from Penang, Malaysia, now lives in Athlone. She is published widely in journals and magazines and featured in Breaking Ground Ireland. Her poems have been translated into many languages and she has been awarded Literature bursaries from The Arts Council and Words Ireland. Chosen for the Poetry Ireland Introductions Series in 2022, she has performed her work in Ireland and internationally. A travel lover, she previously worked in the media, hotel and oil/gas industry. She regularly organises poetry events in her hometown. Flirting with Tigers is her debut collection of poems.
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Booking Information
This is a free to book workshop with limited spaces available. Click here to book.

House Tour As Gaeilge
2026-03-08
As part of Seachtain na Gaeilge, we are delighted to host a tour of Strokestown Park House at 1pm on Sunday 8th March.
Click here to book.
Other events taking place on the day include:
Comhrá, Caifé agus Ceol in our Woodland Café from 2pm to 4pm.
FREE access to the National Famine Museum with the use of our Irish language audio guides.
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These events are supported by Roscommon County Council as part of Seachtain Na Gaeilge.
Seachtain na Gaeilge with Energia is an international Irish language festival, which is the largest celebration of our native language and culture that takes place in Ireland and many other countries every year.
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National Famine Museum As Gaeilge
2026-03-08
As part of Seachtain na Gaeilge on Sunday March 8th, there will be FREE access to the National Famine Museum
with an Irish language audio guide.
The Great Famine (1845–1852) was a catastrophic turning point for the Irish language, accelerating its decline from a majority tongue to a minority language. As the Famine disproportionately affected the rural, Irish-speaking poor in the west and south, at least 1.5 million speakers died or emigrated in a decade, decimating the language’s core population.
We are proud that our museum is bilingual and offers the option of a Irish language audio guide.
Advanced booking is not required.

Other events taking place on the day include:
Comhrá, Caifé agus Ceol in our Woodland Café from 2pm to 4pm.
Strokestown House Tour, 1pm, €5 per person. Advanced booking is required.
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These events are supported by Roscommon County Council as part of Seachtain Na Gaeilge.
Seachtain na Gaeilge with Energia is an international Irish language festival, which is the largest celebration of our native language and culture that takes place in Ireland and many other countries every year.
Find #SNAG26 events happening near you at peig.ie/snag

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Comhrá, Caifé agus Ceol
2026-03-08
On Sunday 8th March as part of Seachtain na Gaeilge we invite you to enjoy an afternoon of relaxed conversation, traditional music, song and dance in our Woodland Café, 2pm to 4pm.
Performing on the day will be acclaimed All – Ireland winning musicians and dancers
Úna Ní Fhlatharta, Róisín Ní Fhlatharta, Ciara Fitzharris & Elaine Clarke.
Úna Ní Fhlatharta is a piper, singer, and dancer from Kilmacreddock, Maynooth. An accomplished Sean-nós dancer with several titles, she has served as a judge on TG4’s Ríl Deal. Her musical roles include piping with the Misneach Orchestra and drumming for the Beartla Ó Flatharta Céilí Band.
Róisín Ní Fhlatharta is a decorated accordionist, singer, and dancer from Maynooth’s Cillmhicreaddóg Gaeltacht. Inspired by her late father, Beartla, she performs with her twin sister, Úna, in the Beartla Ó Flatharta Céilí Band. A multiple All-Ireland champion, Róisín has toured globally and appeared on RTÉ and TG4.
Ciara Fitzharris is a fiddle player, harper, singer, and dancer from Kilmacreddock, Co. Kildare. She performs as the youngest member of the Misneach Orchestra. In 2024, her group, Allta, won the Siansa Gael Linn final at the National Concert Hall.
Elaine Clarke grew up immersed in music. Influenced by her parents and uncles, she transitioned from classical training to the traditional flute under the mentorship of Catherine McEvoy. This dual foundation in flute and piano, paired with a lifelong love of harmony singing, shaped her versatile style.
Úna, Róisín and Ciara recently featured as part of TG4 ‘Scoil Samhraidh Joe Mooney’ with their haunting melodies.
Other events taking place on the day include:
Strokestown House Tour, 1pm, advanced booking required, €5 per person.
FREE access to the National Famine Museum with the use of our Irish language audio guides, No advanced booking required.
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These events are supported by Roscommon County Council as part of Seachtain Na Gaeilge.
Seachtain na Gaeilge with Energia is an international Irish language festival, which is the largest celebration of our native language and culture that takes place in Ireland and many other countries every year.
Find #SNAG26 events happening near you at peig.ie/snag

Easter Trail - Strokestown Park
2026-03-28 - 2026-04-12 | Strokestown Park
Victorian Walled Gardens
Saturday March 28th to Sunday April 12th
Hop down to Strokestown Park this Easter for some egg–stra special Easter adventures! As the school holidays commence, our mischievous bunnies of Strokestown Park have scattered clues throughout our Victorian Walled Gardens, inviting you and your little bunnies to embark on an egg-citing Easter Egg Trail and claim your chocolicious prize.
Simply stop by our reception to pick up your map and puzzle sheet, then put your detective skills to the test as you follow the bunnies’ trail in search of the clues left for you.
The self-guided Easter trail will be open for exploration from Saturday, March 28th to Sunday, April 12th, 2026, 11 am to 4 pm daily.
Participation in the trail is €10 per child, adults and children under 2 years go free, with special pricing of €8 for Irish Heritage Trust Members, who will need to present their membership card on the day.
Every child is guaranteed an eggcellent prize upon completion of the trail.
No advance booking is required, but tickets can be conveniently booked in advance.
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To learn more about membership options and benefits, click here.

Solas Quartet - Vaulted Stables
2026-04-09 20:00 - 22:00
Solas Quartet – Spring Tour 2026
Presented by the National String Quartet Foundation

Founded in 2020, the Solas Quartet features four innovative, exciting and acclaimed musicians and composers.
Katherine Hunka, violin
Marja Gaynor, violin
Cian Ó Dúill, viola
Aoife Nic Athlaoich, cello
Programme Includes
Maddalena Lombardini – String Quartet No.2 in B flat [c.1765]
Milo McCarthy – String Quartet Sí an Bhrú [2025] †
Purcell – Fantasia No.4 in F major [1680]
Mendelssohn – String Quartet in E flat major Op.12 [1829]
This performance will take place in the atmospheric surroundings of our Vaulted Stables, Strokestown Park.
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Date & Time: Thursday April 9th, 8pm.
Doors Open: 7.30pm
Venue: Vaulted Stables, Strokestown Park.
Tickets click here.
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Solas Quartet acknowledge the support of the National String Quartet Foundation and its major funders, the Arts Council and RTÉ Lyric FM.

Strokestown International Poetry Festival 2026
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-03 | Strokestown Park
Join us for the Strokestown International Poetry Festival 2026, taking place over the May Bank Holiday weekend, from Friday, May 1st, to Sunday, May 3rd, in the picturesque surroundings of Strokestown Park, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon.
Now in his fifth year as festival director, Joe Woods has curated an exciting and diverse line-up for Ireland’s longest-running poetry festival. The weekend will feature a rich blend of local, national, and international poets, offering bilingual readings, poetry book launches, film screenings, workshops and an open mic & music night.
More than twenty-five poets will appear over the course of the weekend, with additional guest poets to be confirmed. Books by all participating authors, representing more than fifteen publishers, will be available throughout the festival at the on-site Salmon Bookshop.
Festival highlights include:
A gala reading celebrating Salmon Poetry’s 45th anniversary, featuring five of Salmon’s acclaimed poets: Rachael Hegarty, Joan McBreen, Jessamine O’Connor, Nessa O’Mahony, & Adam Wyeth.
A workshop and reading by the supremely talented Sheffield poet Helen Mort.
The launch of the final issue of Cyphers (No. 100), the influential literary journal published since 1975.
The Joan McBreen Keynote Address, delivered this year by Eiléan Ní Chuilleanáin, who will speak about readers of poetry.
Poetry Films screening from contemporary Irish poets & performers in association with the Adrian Brinkerhoff Poetry Foundation.
Announcement and readings by the shortlisted poets of this year’s Strokestown International Poetry Competition.
With a full weekend of engaging events, you are encouraged to secure tickets early. Weekend passes, single-event tickets, and workshop bookings are available now at strokestownpoetryfest.ie
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Bat Talk & Walk with Midland Bat Group
2026-05-15 20:30 - 22:00
Come along and find out fascinating facts about bats at our bat talk.
The talk will be followed by a walk around the grounds using bat detectors to discover the wonderful bats living in Strokestown Park.

FREE Event, all welcome.
**Please be aware that this workshop takes place in an upstairs room, accessible by stairs only. **
Advanced registration required.

National Famine Way Remembrance Walk
2026-05-16 | Strokestown Park
Would you like to walk the National Famine Way?
The National Famine Way Remembrance Walk is a nine-day, supported commemorative journey retracing the 165 km historic route followed in 1847 by the 1,490 men, women and children who were marched from Strokestown to Dublin as part of assisted emigration during the Famine.
This is a structured and dignified act of reflection, crossing six counties from the west of Ireland to the east. The route follows mostly flat terrain, winding through quiet countryside, canal towpaths and historic towns and villages along the Royal Canal Greenway.
The walk begins with a traditional Canadian Wake on the 16th May at 7pm in the Vaulted Stables at Strokestown Park , a farewell gathering once held for Irish emigrants leaving for North America. All are welcome to attend the Canadian Wake.
The Canadian Wake will feature music, storytelling and a moment of reflection as we remember those who made the journey before us.
The Remembrance Walk will conclude with a Completion Ceremony held at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum in Dublin, symbolically linking departure and arrival.
***Participants may walk the full route or selected sections with local events and community engagement taking place along the trail.***
How to Take Part
You can take part in a way that suits you:
Walk the Full Route
Join the complete eight-day walking journey and take part in the full commemorative experience from Strokestown to Dublin.
Join for a Day or Section
Take part in selected days along the route and experience the walk within your own time and pace.
What to Expect

Daily walks of approximately 18–25km
A mostly flat, accessible route
Short historical insights shared along the way
Opportunities to connect with local communities
Informal evening gathering points with music and reflection

This is not a sporting challenge, but a shared and reflective experience grounded in history and place.

Canadian Wake - An Immersive Theatrical Experience
2026-05-16 19:00 - 20:30 | National Famine Museum
Join us at Strokestown Park in the National Famine Museum on the 16th May at 7pm for a traditional Canadian Wake, a farewell gathering once held for Irish emigrants leaving for North America.
This event will be an immersive theatrical experience with professional performances in the National Famine Museum. The evening will feature music, storytelling and a moment of reflection as we remember those who emmigrated during the Great Irish Famine.
You will be taken back to 1847, the height of the Great Irish Famine where we will be revisiting the night that Mary Tighe and her family left the Strokestown Estate. Mary and her family were part of a forced emmigration scheme initiated by Major Denis Mahon, the landlord of the Strokestown Estate at this time.
This emmigration scheme forced famine-stricken tenants to leave their homes in Strokestown. These tenants are today referred to as ‘the missing 1,490’. They began their journey by walking the 165km to the docklands in Dublin, from here they boarded ships to Liverpool and then on to Canada in the hope of a better life.
Follow Mary and her family on their journey, experience their heartbreaking story and join her community in a traditional emmigrant wake, the last opportunity for Mary to say farewell to her loved ones. Knowing that it could be the last time they see each other as she is heading into a life of uncertainty with little money and a treacherous voyage across the Atlantic Ocean.
This Canadian Wake is being held on the eve of the National Famine Way Remembrance Walk starting on the 17th of May.
This event is a standing event which involves walking through the National Famine Museum with limited seating in each section of the museum.
***This is a Free Event, however advanced registration is required.***

Eco - Art Project with Artist Jacqueline Duignan
2026-05-21
Led by artist Jacqueline Duignan, Eco-art project will take place in the parklands and gardens of Strokestown Park.
This project takes place over two mornings.
Dates: Thursday May 21st and 28th Times: 10am to 1pm.
Workshop participants will create impermanent landscape sculptures using only natural and found materials gathered from the grounds eg, twigs, leaves, stones, bark, seed heads, clay and other biodegradable elements.
The aim of the project is to deepen participants’ connection to the environment through discourse, observation and sustainable art-making.
The workshops will begin with guided sensory walks. Participants will explore textures, patterns, shadows and growth through sketchbook work and photography, developing an awareness of the subtle structures already present in the environment. From this foundation, they will explore construction techniques such as balancing, weaving, tension-building and interlocking forms without the use of synthetic materials or fixatives.
Each participant (or small group) will then design a small-scale sculpture. These works may take the form of twig, stone, leaf, branch structures and patterns. The sculptures will be intentionally impermanent. This emphasis on the ephemeral encourages reflection on cycles of growth, sustainability and renewal.
About Facilitator
Jacqueline Duignan is a visual artist, poet and part time lecturer currently based in Roscommon, with a practice rooted in sculpture and mixed media. A graduate of NCAD and Trinity College Dublin, she has exhibited widely across Ireland and the UK, with solo shows at the Arts Council, World’s End London, and New Art Studio, Dublin.
Jacqueline is a recipient of multiple Arts Council awards, most recently a Roscommon Co. Council Visual Arts Bursary and a Bealtaine Artist Award. Her poem “Ode to Blue” won first prize in the Roscommon New Writing Awards, 2024.She is an active professional member of Visual Artists Ireland. Her recent Community Arts project Postcard from the Little Oak reflects her commitment to inclusive and intergenerational arts practice.
**Registration for this project and workshops is FREE and suitable for all levels.**
This project is supported by the Roscommon County Council Creative Ireland Programme, an all-of-Government initiative, which places creativity at the centre of public policy.

Woodland Café Sing Song with Fionnuala Maxwell & Friends
2026-05-26 | Woodland Café, Strokestown Park
Join us on the afternoon of Tuesday May 26th at 2pm for our annual Woodland Café Sing Song as part of Age & Opportunities Bealtaine Festival, celebrating creativity as we age.
Leading this very special afternoon is Leitrim singer and musician Fionnuala Maxwell who will be accompanied by the wonderful accordion player Brian Mostyn.
Come and sing along to lots of old favourites, you might even be encouraged to get up for a dance.
This event is open to the public, with no advanced booking required.
This initiative is gratefully supported by Roscommon County Council Arts Office, as part of the Bealtaine Festival 2026 an Age & Opportunity Arts initiative, funded by the Arts Council and the HSE.

Caravaggio - Dark Light with artist Jacqueline Duignan
2026-05-26 10:00
Join a small group for a relaxed printmaking and beginner friendly Art workshop facilitated by artist Jacqueline Duignan, no previous experience necessary. All levels catered for.
The workshop will take inspiration from the painting “The Cardsharps” by the great Italian master Caravaggio, a copy of which hangs in Strokestown Park House. Participants will be introduced to hands on, guided basic print making using inks and rollers, pencil and charcoal.
Experimentation with a wide variety of materials will be encouraged.
By the end of the session, participants will have created black and white print/Art work inspired by Caravaggio.
About Facilitator
Jacqueline Duignan is a visual artist, poet and part time lecturer currently based in Roscommon, with a practice rooted in sculpture and mixed media. A graduate of NCAD and Trinity College Dublin, she has exhibited widely across Ireland and the UK, with solo shows at the Arts Council, World’s End London, and New Art Studio, Dublin.
Jacqueline is a recipient of multiple Arts Council awards, most recently a Roscommon Co. Council Visual Arts Bursary and a Bealtaine Artist Award. Her poem “Ode to Blue” won first prize in the Roscommon New Writing Awards, 2024.She is an active professional member of Visual Artists Ireland. Her recent Community Arts project Postcard from the Little Oak reflects her commitment to inclusive and intergenerational arts practice.
**Registration for this workshop is FREE. Advanced booking is essential.**
This initiative is gratefully supported by Roscommon County Council Arts Office, as part of the Bealtaine Festival 2026 an Age & Opportunity Arts initiative, funded by the Arts Council and the HSE.

FunFest - Creativity At Play
2026-06-06 12:00 - 17:00 | Strokestown Park
***Tickets Sold Out, Limited Number of Tickets to be Released on 21st May at 11am***

FUNFEST ‘Creativity At Play’ returns to the beautiful Walled Gardens of Strokestown Park as part of Cruinniú na nÓg 2026. This vibrant children’s festival celebrates creativity, play, self-expression, and inspiration. Families and children aged 0 -12 years are invited to dive into a wonderland of fun and creativity.
This year we are thrilled to partner with Glór na nGael who will be inviting families to enjoy bilingual performances and activities, as Gaeilge, in the Féile Spraoi tent.
Date: Saturday, June 6th
Time: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Walled Gardens, Strokestown Park, Co. Roscommon
Booking Information: FREE ENTRY. Advanced Booking Required.
**Festival Highlights**
Science On Stilts
Out of the Blue, Circus Show
Face Painting by Fierce Fun Faces
Dance Parties hosted by Dee Dee
Balloon Modelling with Giggles The Clown
The Imagination Playground with Bricí Spraoi
Puppet Shows by Custard Pie Puppet Theatre
Sports Activities with Roscommon Sports Partnership
Baby & Toddler Music Sessions with Ready Steady Play
Play & Creativity Zone with Discovery Playtime & Willow Outdoor Pre School
Additional Information
Inclusivity:
FUNFEST is committed to ensuring inclusivity and accessibility for all. A Sensory Zone will be available for children who need a quiet space to relax and recharge.
Food & Beverage:
This year we have M.K Bia Food Truck on site along with the Woodland Café Coffee Truck.
The Woodland Café will also be open in our Visitor Centre.
Important Information:
– Gates open at 12:00 PM and close at 5:00 PM.
– While the event is free, advance registration is required.
– Children must be accompanied by an adult / carer.
– Videography and photography will be taking place at the event.
Don’t miss out on this fun and creative day for the whole family!FunFest is supported by Roscommon County Council, Cruinniú na nÓg Programme 2026, the Roscommon County Council Irish Language Fund and Glór na nGael.

Rooted & Growing Conference
2026-07-29 - 2026-07-30
A Conference of Nature Connections

Rooted & Growing is a community gathering to showcase nature-based interventions within the West and North West of Ireland. It will provide a forum to discuss an emerging vision of nature connections to support health and social care outcomes.
Rooted & Growing has been created by a small group of psychologists, community workers, researchers and artists that are passionate about the role of nature connections in their work and personal life.
This gathering is committed to highlighting the research base and clinical experiences of positive biopsychosocial outcomes for nature-based interventions. It aims to build a network to support the further development of nature connection projects for all in community, including those living within health and social care settings.
Rooted & Growing will feature talks from leading academics from Maynooth University, along with psychologists and community workers in the West and Northwest, who all promote nature connections within their work. There will be opportunities to experience workshops giving practical examples of how nature can be incorporated into clinical practice. A number of these workshops will be hosted by people with lived experience of participating in nature-based interventions.
Rooted & Growing is perfect for professionals working in health and social care settings and policy makers, who may already be connected to nature in their work or simply nature-curious. This conference has a collaborative and experiential focus, creating a space for discussion and development of community nature connecting in Ireland.
This non-profit event will take place on 29th and 30th July 2026 in Strokestown Park, County Roscommon.The full Conference programme, along with workshop choices, will be available soon. All conference attendees will be notified of the final programme and workshop choices via their email provided.
