Renowned for its vibrant festivals celebrating food, music, and culture, Kinsale is set to add another gem to its calendar. This exciting new festival promises an unforgettable weekend of Beatles-inspired events and performances across the town’s charming venues.

Highlights of the Festival:

Candlelit Concert at St. Catherine’s Church: Experience The Beatles’ classics reimagined by The Munster String Quartet in an intimate setting.

Live Tribute Acts: Enjoy performances from Let it Beatles at The White Lady Hotel, Beatless, and The Beatlebums at The Blue Haven, alongside an array of other acts across Kinsale’s pubs and wine bars.

Exclusive Talks and Conversations: The festival kicks off with legendary broadcaster and Beatles fan Dave Fanning in conversation with Steven Cockcroft and Jason Carty of the hit podcast Nothing Is Real. Dave will also join Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Paul Muldoon to discuss his collaboration with Paul McCartney.

Guest Speakers: Appearances by Paul Muldoon, Peter Doggett, Dr. Holly Tessler, Jane Hayward, Anna Tharia, and Deirdre Kelly at various venues throughout the weekend.

A Beatles-Inspired Experience Like No Other.

Saturday, February 1st, promises to be a standout day with unique activities, including:

A nostalgic 1965 Reeling in The Years-style walking tour through Kinsale.

Fascinating talks on Abbey Road and the story of John Lennon’s Dorinish Island in Mayo, purchased in 1968.

Book Your Tickets Now

Tickets for the candlelit concert at St. Catherine’s and the Let it Beatles performance at The White Lady Hotel are available on Eventbrite. Early booking is highly recommended as spaces are limited. New venues and events will be added to Eventbrite in the coming weeks, so stay tuned!