Brosna River Literary and Music Festival

Name: Brosna River Literary and Music Festival
Start: 2026-08-22
End: 2026-08-22
Location: Clara

The Brosna River Literary and Music Festival is a community celebration in Clara that explores the connections between the River Brosna, literature, and music. Hosted by the Clara Heritage Society at The Old Bank, the event features local storytelling, poetry, and musical performances inspired by the river and its surrounding communities.

Date: Aug 22, 2026
Location: Clara

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Brosna River Literary and Music Festival

Event summary

Highlights

Performance of 'The Brosna Suite' by Carol Nelson
Children’s puppet show in the marquee
Local storytelling and poetry readings inspired by the River Brosna
Organized by the Clara Heritage Society

Organized by the Clara Heritage Society, the Brosna River Literary and Music Festival returns to Clara on August 22, 2026. The event serves as a cultural gathering for residents living along the River Brosna and its tributaries, encouraging the sharing of local stories, songs, and poems. A centerpiece of the afternoon is a performance of 'The Brosna Suite,' a musical work composed by Carol Nelson.

In addition to the literary and musical program, the festival includes a dedicated children’s puppet show held in a marquee on-site. The event is designed to be inclusive, inviting participation from the public to contribute their own river-inspired works. The festival runs from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at The Old Bank on Church Street, offering light refreshments and free admission, though advance booking is encouraged to secure seating.

Practical details

Location described by the source: The Old Bank; www.offalyindependent.ie
Area for browsing nearby events: Clara

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