29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Kerry Writer's Museum announce full programme of events for Listowel Literary Festival
The full programme for this year's Literary Festival, released on Monday (April 28), includes a host of events that will be of high interest to those into literature, history and the arts.
Some of the renowned writers who will appear at the festival include award-winning authors Fergal Keane, Lisa Harding, Christine Dwyer Hickey, Jess Kidd, Julian Borger and Rónán Hession.
Celebrated musicians Andy Irvine and Mike Hanrahan will also speak and play some of their finest tunes at individual events.
Ireland's oldest literary festival will also feature Kerry writers including Gabriel Fitzmaurice, Victoria Kennefick, Eileen Sheehan, Paddy Bushe and Lorraine Carey.
The upcoming celebration is the result of a collaboration between three leading local cultural institutions; Kerry Writers' Museum, Listowel Writers' Week and St. John's Theatre and Arts Centre.
The festival has been awarded €44,520 in funding under the Literature in Listowel Grant Scheme, administered by Kerry County Council and supported by the Arts Council.
Cara Trant, executive director of Kerry Writers' Museum, said festival organisers are honoured to receive this 'vital support'.
'The Listowel Literary Festival allows us to celebrate the written word while continuing our work to support writers at all stages of their careers – especially those rooted in the cultural and creative life of Kerry,' Ms Trant said.
"It builds on the town's rich literary heritage and brings together our key arts and cultural partners to create something truly special.
'This is a celebration of literature that is both global and deeply rooted in our local community. We look forward to welcoming audiences to a rich and engaging programme in 2025.'
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The festival, consisting of readings, interviews, panel discussions, and workshops as well as interactive walks and open mic sessions, will take place from Wednesday, May 28 to Sunday, June 1.
Events will take place across venues including the Kerry Writers' Museum and St. John's Theatre, The Listowel Arms Hotel, The Plaza Hall, local pubs, and spaces throughout the town.
To view the full festival programme of events, those interested can visit
