Anvil at Rest mini music festival

Name: Anvil at Rest mini music festival
Start: 2026-08-30
End: 2026-08-30
Location: Kilcullen

The Anvil at Rest mini music festival is a charity concert held in Kilcullen to raise funds for Aware, a mental health charity. Hosted in the front garden of Pat and Lorraine Kelly in Bishop Rogan Park, the event features a variety of local singers and musicians performing for the community.

Date: Aug 30, 2026
Location: Kilcullen

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Event summary

Highlights

Live performances from a diverse lineup of local singers and musicians
Charity fundraising for the Aware mental health organization
Open-air community picnic atmosphere in Bishop Rogan Park
Live-streamed via social media for those unable to attend in person

The Anvil at Rest mini music festival is a community-focused garden concert in Kilcullen, Ireland, dedicated to supporting mental health services. The event originated from a live-streamed performance during the 2020 lockdowns and has evolved into an annual gathering. Named in honor of the host's family heritage in blacksmithing, the festival aims to provide a relaxed atmosphere for neighbors and families to enjoy live entertainment.

The festival lineup highlights local talent, including country rock singer Arlene Bailey, Liffey Choir director Lorraine Nolan, and singer-songwriter Canice Keane. Performances range from local vocalists to professional sound engineering by Gordon Turner. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own picnic blankets and camping chairs to the surroundings of Bishop Rogan Park to enjoy the afternoon of music.

In addition to the live gathering, the event is live-streamed via Facebook to reach a wider audience. Fundraising for Aware is conducted through on-site donations and digital QR codes. The festival emphasizes local solidarity and the promotion of mental health understanding through its partnership with the national charity.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Bishop Rogan Park; www.kildare-nationalist.ie
Area for browsing nearby events: Kilcullen

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