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Explore the food production heritage in the area north of the River Lee, as Old Butter Roads Summer Féile will take place around Co Cork across May and June. This festival celebrates excellence in locally produced food and beverages in the area. The tour of the county starts in Blarney before moving onto Mallow, Kanturk, Macroom, Mitchelstown, and Fermoy, with some events in Cork city also. This truly is the best way to indulge both your curiosity and your appetite while you explore the rich culinary heritage of Co Cork. For further information on this event visit www.oldbutterroads.ie.
Enjoy a day out at the Tattersalls International Horse Trials and Country Fair. Ireland’s leading three-day eventing session begins on 30 May. Events, including dressage, cross country and show jumping, will take centre stage as some of the world’s best horses and riders compete in the Meath-based arena. Aside from equestrian sports at this fabulous event, there will be delicious food, flowing drinks and classy entertainment. It is a brilliant event for the whole family – and you can even bring the dog, provided it is on a leash. Visit www.tatts.ie for further details.
Improve your multimedia skills, as The Breadwinner exhibition takes place in the Butler Gallery, Kilkenny. The Breadwinner is curated by Anna O’Sullivan, and takes a look at the movie-making process, from animation to storyboards and behind-the-scenes material. The Breadwinner, directed by Nora Twomey, tells the tale of Parvana, a young girl living in Kabul, Afghanistan, which is under the control of the Taliban, who has to disguise herself as a boy in order to provide for her family. Admission is free. For event times visit www.butlergallery.com.
Rediscover the music played between the 12th and 17th centuries, as Galway hosts its annual Early Music Festival from 25 to 27 May. This festival aims to bring alive the music and dance of bygone centuries in the context of Galway’s medieval heritage, through concerts by international and national performers. Performances by Camerata Kilkenny, French medieval music group Alla Francesca, Italian ensemble Simone Sorini Syrenarum and many others will take place over the weekend. As well as that, the festival promises workshops, talks and exhibitions exploring the fascinating traditions of what is known as early music. For further details, visit www.galwayearlymusic.com.
Endure the race of a lifetime, as you can now take part in the world's most famous obstacle course: The Spartan Race. Normally this event takes place in the UK, however in 2018, for the first time ever, it will take place in Ireland, when Punchestown Racecourse hosts the event on Sunday 27 May. This one-day-only event is a test of fitness and endurance, but is also a lot of fun, so why not see what you’re made of and test yourself against the legendary Spartan Race. For more information and ticket prices visit www.spartanrace.uk.
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