Puck Fair
10-12 August: Held in Killorglin, Co Kerry, the Puck Fair is one of Ireland’s most unusual street festivals, during which a wild mountain goat is crowned king of the town for three days. Other events include a horse and cattle fair, music, a circus workshop and a fireworks display. Entry is free. Visit www.puckfair.ie for more.
Best Scarecrow
16 August: The Tinahely Farm Shop is hosting a scarecrow competition in the town. There will also be a children’s activity barn, an opportunity to meet pot-bellied pig Lennie and a tea shop, where scones made in a 55-year-old Aga can be tasted. For more information about the events, visit www.tinahelyfarmshop.com
Harvest Festival
10-16 August: Kilmurry Harvest Festival, Co Clare, promises attractions for all the family, including the All-Ireland Vintage Rally, a field day, the Monster Vintage Show, a birds of prey show, archery, a show jumping competition, carriage driving and sheep racing. For more information, visit www.kilmurry.com
Tubbercurry Old Fair
9-13 August: The 29th Tubbercurry Old Fair Festival, Co Sligo, will include over 40 live demonstrations in thatching, weaving, butter-making, trashing, pottery, rush work and more. Many of Ireland’s most respected craftspeople will be there, showing and selling top-quality goods. For more, visit www.oldfairday.ie
Tullamore Show
10 August: With over 1,000 competitions and 650 trade stands, this show offers something for all the family. Show events include cultural and commercial trade exhibitions, as well as competitive interests ranging from livestock, equestrian, home industries, inventions, vintage, fashion and arts.
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