Timahoe Heritage Festival is a community-led celebration of local history, culture and tradition, held each June Bank Holiday Weekend in the village of Timahoe, County Laois.

First held in 2019 to mark the 1,100th anniversary of a Viking raid on the monastery in Timahoe, the festival brings the area’s rich past to life while celebrating the people and community at its heart.

Across the weekend, the village becomes a place of storytelling, heritage and shared experience — welcoming locals and visitors alike.

The event begins on Saturday 30th May, with the Timahoe Heritage Run – a 5K scenic route, suitable for seasoned runners and beginners alike.

Then it’s a weekend of Viking battle reenactments, knights in full contact armoured combat alongside heritage talks, historical displays and traditional crafts.

The festival also features a lively art & craft fair, School Of Irish Archaeology workshops, family entertainment and hands-on experiences — with plenty to keep younger visitors entertained throughout the weekend.