Step into one of the most joyful and colourful days of the Midleton Arts Festival as the square comes alive with a vibrant Art & Craft Market featuring over 50 talented stallholders, artists, makers and creators. Browse original paintings, prints, sculpture, handmade jewellery, exquisite candles, crochet, crafts and beautiful one-of-a-kind treasures created by some of your favourite local artists — alongside a wonderful selection of emerging young artists who have been preparing their stalls all year for this special day.
Soak up the festival atmosphere with live music on the outdoor stage throughout the day, showcasing some of the finest original local performers in a lively, welcoming setting filled with creativity, conversation and community spirit.
Enjoy a fantastic line-up of free hands-on workshops from midday, including charcoal drawing with Maeve O’Keeffe 12pm, stitch pots with Bindu Begley Merz, stone painting with Teresa Power 3pm, and at 1pm a fascinating Bee Pollinator workshop with Kate Manning of Bee Wild, exploring how we can help nature thrive.
Take a break with delicious food from Spice Genie, Harvey’s coffee truck drinks, sweet treats, and festival snacks as you wander through the market square, meeting artists, discovering hidden gems, and sharing in the energy of this much-loved annual gathering.
Whether you come for the art, the music, the workshops, the food, or simply the atmosphere, this is one of those rare days that leave people inspired, connected, and smiling long after they go home. Don’t miss this beloved Midleton Arts Festival celebration in the square.
