Queen of the Land

7-9 November: The FBD Queen of the Land Festival takes place in Tullamore this weekend. This year, the festival celebrates 50 years in existence. As well as the main competition, there is a great lineup of music and entertainment through the weekend. For information, visit www.queenofthelandfestival.com

Kerry storytelling

7-9 November: Sneem International Folklore and Storytelling Festival is a weekend of concerts, performances and walks, and is aimed at exploring the local traditions. It features performers from all over the world. For more information, see www.queenofthelandfestival.com

Cork film

7-16 November: The Cork Film Festival is Ireland’s oldest film festival and takes place in the Cork Opera House, Triskel Christchurch and the Gate Multiplex. It has a lively and varied programme of films, documentaries and events. For more information, see www.corkfilmfest.org

Cashel Arts Festival

9-16 November: Cashel Arts Festival is a 10-day arts festival with events for the entire family. There will be theatre, literature, a craft and food fair, music and comedy, as well as street entertainment and workshops. For more information and a programme of events, visit www.cashelartsfest.com

Macroom Gala

13 November: Macroom Flower and Garden Club will hold their charity floral demonstration in Coolcower House. The event is in aid of the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association and Macroom branch of Meals on Wheels and costs €10 per person. Contact Nora Gallagher on 087-9821708 for more details.