legends & lore summer festival

4TH – 18TH JULY 2025

“Join us for the 2025 Legends and Lore Festival at the enchanting Lafcadio Hearn Japanese Gardens, where ancient and exotic stories come to life, surrounded by the beauty of nature. Step into a world of cultural traditions, with captivating stories from Tramore to Tokyo, creative and crafty workshops, and a children’s woodland trail that transports visitors to a realm where nature, history and imagination intertwine. Wander through the tranquil gardens, explore the magic of Japanese myths, and connect with the spirit of legends passed down through generations.”

FAIRY TRAIL
OPEN EVERY DAY
10am to 5.30pm.

Woodland Fairy and Tree Spirit Trail
Open Everyday 10am to 5.30pm.
FREE with Normal Garden Entry
(Adults €7 Child €3).

Storytelling & Music, FREE with
Garden Entry Tickets.

FAIRY CRAFT WORKSHOPS – €12 per child (includes child garden entry, fairy door to work on, instruction with Fairy Godmother and crafty items).
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
(pre book FAIRY DOOR WORKSHOP by contacting us. (Pay on the Day)

FAMILY EVENTS TIMETABLE…

May be subject to changes (weather permitting). Check Social Media for Updates.

• Every Day, Woodland and Tree Spirit Fairy Trail
  
• Friday 4^th July: –
  Legends & Lore Summer Festival Opening
  
• Saturday 5^th July: – @ 12pm & 3pm
  Fairy Craft Workshop
  
• Sunday 6^th July: – @ 2pm, 3pm and 4pm
  Storytelling with Kitty Caboodle
  

• Tuesday 8th July – @ 2pm
  Music…….. DúnAill Folk Group
  
• Friday 11^th July: – @ 2pm
  Fairy Craft Workshop
  
• Friday 11^th July: – @ 4pm
  Music …..Duo Frizzante Music Duo
  
• Saturday 12^th July: – @ 2pm to 4pm
  Storytelling with Kitty Caboodle
  
• Thursday 17^th July: – @ 2pm
• Fairy Craft Workshop
  
• Friday 18^th July: – @ 2pm
  Fairy Craft Workshop
  

PAY ON ENTRY OR BOOK GARDEN ENTRY IN ADVANCE.
Adults €7 Children €3.
Woodland Trail, Storytelling, Music FREE with Normal Garden Entry
Crafty Workshop €12 per child (pay on day) – pre book space (Contact Us)

COSPLAY COMPETITION! MEET UP DAY DURING FESTIVAL to be announced.

In the meantime, take some photos in your Costume and send in. See below for more details

SUITABLE FOR ADULTS & CHILDREN