Over November and December, Monaghan County Museum, in collaboration with Pegasus Consulting and the producers of RTE Radio's History Show, will present a series of lectures on the changing Ireland of one hundred years ago. The talks will be available online through the Museum's Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MonaghanCountyMuseum Sinead McCoole The Eyes and Ears - Women's Role…

Guided Cycle for Over 50's Suitable for: Beginner Level - for those keen to try their hand at cycling. Duration: Approx 15km (2-2.5 hrs) Terrain: Quiet country roads What to Bring: Sliabh Beagh Adventures will provide all the cycling equipment needed (Bike &Helmet). You will need to bring weather appropriate clothing (including hi viz/reflective jacket).…

We're delighted to be bringing Santa to Billy Foxes Park! Check out all the details below. Select your time slot Proceed to checkout, pay the €10 deposit and let us know how many kids will be coming on the day Bring your ticket along on the day and the balance can be paid on arrival…

Join us for an intimate evening of music with The Lost Brothers in the magical historic venue of Hilton Park. Doors will open from 19.00. The Lost Brothers are Oisin Leech and Mark McCausland, from Meath and Tyrone. - they have been making music together since 2007. Their sound is inspired by a range of influences that include the…

We're delighted to be bringing Santa to Billy Foxes Park! Check out all the details below. Select your time slot Proceed to checkout, pay the €10 deposit and let us know how many kids will be coming on the day Bring your ticket along on the day and the balance can be paid on arrival…

Join us for an intimate late afternoon of music and art, starting at 16.00 with Caoimhín Ó Raghallaigh on the hardanger d'amore, Kate Ellis on the cello, Sean Mac Erlaine (multi-instrumentalist) and Nicholas Hamilton (installation artist) in the magical historic venue of Hilton Park. At 18.00, Emma Langford will usher us into the early evening with her band. Doors will open from 15.30. Parking will be…

Jimmy Buckley and his band come to The Hillgrove Hotel, Monaghan to celebrate the countdown to Christmas Sat 4th Dec 21 Doors open 7:30pm Dancing 8pm-10pm Please have your eticket ready, along with your Covid cert and id Masks must be worn when moving around Pay on the door €15 For info call 087 0667711…

Carrickmacross Library, Creative Writing for Adults. Phone 042 9661148 for further information.

A Starling Blue Christmas | Iontas Theatre Starling Blue bring their wonderful Christmas show back to the Iontas this year after a one year gap. Thursday 16th December, 8 PM Friday 17th December, 8 PM Tickets €21 Book here: iontascastleblayney.ie/index.php/theatre/

Come join us in singing some Christmas songs this Friday 17th December @7pm outside the Sliabh Beagh Hotel!

A Starling Blue Christmas | Iontas Theatre Starling Blue bring their wonderful Christmas show back to the Iontas this year after a one year gap. Thursday 16th December, 8 PM Friday 17th December, 8 PM Tickets €21 Book here: iontascastleblayney.ie/index.php/theatre/

Race Around the lake ,a 7 mile road race around the entire circumference of Camlough lake ,all on scenic country roads Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/race-around-the-lake-tickets

Guided Cycle for Intermediate Level Suitable for: Intermediate Level Duration: Approx 30km (3 hrs) Terrain: Quiet country roads What to Bring: Sliabh Beagh Adventures will provide all the cycling equipment needed (Bike &Helmet). You will need to bring weather appropriate clothing (including hi viz/reflective jacket). Bring snacks and water. Meeting Point: Sliabh Beagh Adventures Centre based in Knockatallon, Co. Monaghan,…

Soak up some festive cheer and community spirit at Doohamlet Community Centre. Santa will arrive, and each family will have the opportunity to have a photo taken with Santa. Photos will be made available digitally via Facebook. Light refreshments will be served, and each child will receive a Christmas decoration to decorate at the event…

Derek Ryan Christmas Dance, Four Seasons Hotel, Monaghan Derek Ryan makes a welcome return to the Four Seasons, Monaghan this Christmas! Derek and his fantastic band (now rated as Ireland’s leading country band) are back on the road after a lengthy absence. His first time at the Four Seasons in over three years, it promises…

Famed for their rip roaring live shows and catchy banjo hooks and solos All Folk’d Up offer fans an eclectic mix of classic sounds from Folk and Rock music traditions, while still sprinkling their own unique, modern twist. The Co. Tyrone band are the brainchild of banjo virtuoso Pauric Mohan the band formed while the…

The first of our post Christmas walks will take place on Monday 27th December 2021. Suitable for: Everyone with a love of the outdoors! Suitable for older children (8+) Duration: Approx 10km (2 - 2.5hrs) - these guidelines may vary depending on the size and ability of the group on the day. Terrain: Mixture of gravel paths and…

Our second post Christmas event is for the more adventurous. Suitable for: Everyone with a love of the outdoors! A certain level of fitness is required due to the variations in the terrain. Duration: Approx 14km (3 -3.5hrs) Terrain: Mixture of gravel paths, forestry tracks, open blanket bog and moorland Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult What to Bring: Weather appropriate…

Options Selection for Phase 3 of the Ulster Canal Greenway between Smithborough and Clones has now been developed. Public Consultation events will be held over the coming weeks for communities along the proposed route. Landowners, local communities and the general public are invited to review the preferred route drawings, and to discuss with the project…

Following the cancellation of the St. Patrick’s Day Parades in 2020 and 2021, this year’s festival will make a long-awaited return to the streets of Monaghan with a Parade and family entertainment, so let the celebrations begin with our St Patrick’s Day Parade in Monaghan Town on Thursday, 17th March at 3pm. Starting point for…

It’s back! St. Patrick’s Day is coming upon us once again and Carrickmacross – Castleblayney Municipal District are now taking names of any organisations, businesses and bands who wish to take part in this year’s fun! After the success of previous years parades, with so many groups, businesses and bands taking part, we are anxious…

Options Selection for Phase 3 of the Ulster Canal Greenway between Smithborough and Clones has now been developed. Public Consultation events will be held over the coming weeks for communities along the proposed route. Landowners, local communities and the general public are invited to review the preferred route drawings, and to discuss with the project…

A Public Meeting will take place in Ballinode Community Centre on Thursday 31st of March 2022 at 7.30pm to discuss the Draft Ballinode Community Plan. All welcome. View the Draft plan here: Draft Ballinode Community Plan

Monaghan Rugby Annual Dinner Dance Hillgrove Hotel & Spa Saturday 2nd April 2022 Click here to book tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/monaghan-rugby-dinner-dance-tickets

Following extensive consultation with community partners and the wider public, Monaghan County Council, in conjunction with The Paul Hogarth Company, has developed a Public Realm Spatial Plan for the village of Inniskeen. Monaghan County Council would like to thank everyone that participated in the consultation process. It is through your feedback and continued support that…

Johnny McEvoy is an Irish singer and entertainer of Country and Irish genre born in County Offaly. He was initially part of a duo called "Ramblers Two", finding fame after supporting the Rolling Stones. Johnny McEvoy's first solo big break came in late 1966 when he recorded "Mursheen Durkin," an old ballad from the west…

Scotland's finest Red Hot Chilli Pipers LIVE in concert for one night only, Glencarn Hotel, Castleblayney, Co. Monaghan. Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/red-hot-chilli-pipers-live-in-ireland-tickets

The outstanding award winning Johnny Cash & June Carter tribute show ‘Cash Returns’ make their comeback to the stage with a spectacular new show to tell the story of arguably the music world’s most famous couple - Johnny & June at the Hillgrove Hotel, Monaghan. Fronted by the impressive JP Mac as the man in black alongside the talented Karen Martin as the sassy June Carter,…

Due to the incredible success of last years show, the Hillgrove Hotel will once again play host to two of the biggest bands to ever appear locally, Smokie and Guests on Sunday 5th June 2022. Tickets for this unique show are on sale now, promoter Joe Gallagher bowing to demand “ Once we announced the…