The Maria Edgeworth Festival, now in its 30th year in Edgeworthstown, is a community-based celebration encompassing a wide array of artistic disciplines, including poetry, short stories, storytelling, music, visual arts, wellbeing, and performing arts such as comedy. The festival brings together a mix of professional and amateur participants.
Organised by a dedicated core committee of volunteers, with additional support from other community organisations. The committee collaborates closely with the town’s new community library, making use of its facilities and event spaces, in addition to other local venues and businesses.
The festival aims to honour the legacy of Maria Edgeworth while fostering engagement with literature and the creative arts both locally and nationally. It strives to be as inclusive as possible, catering to diverse age groups. The anticipated outcomes include strengthening the community, showcasing its rich heritage and creative talent to a broader audience, and promoting Longford as a welcoming cultural tourism destination.

Please note that the details of events listed above are provided by the relevant Local Authorities.