# What's On In Kildare, KE This Weekend | April 17-19, 2026 | AllEvents

- **Subtitle**: Kildare, Kildare is a city full of experiences, activities and events. Explore some of the best things to do in Kildare, Kildare this weekend and make your Friday, Saturday and Sunday full of fun and excitement.
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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Weekends become special if you know how to make the most out of it. There are a lot of fun things to do and events in [CITY] this weekend for you to explore.

Make your weekends memorable. Check out all upcoming weekend events in [CITY].

## Weekend Events in Kildare

- **Event Name**: Race 1 and 2  Mondello Park
  - **Description**: The 2026 season kicks off in Mondello Park on the 17/18th April. A much bigger grid is expected with Aidan Byrne , Paul Flanagan and Robbie Parks returning this year . Defending supers champion Mark Johnston will be hoping to retain his title while Noel C
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 11:00 pm – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 06:00 am (+01:00)
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  - **Venue**: Mondello Park
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- **Event Name**: Bark & Buddy Club - Donadea Forest Park
  - **Description**: Join us for fun walks and furry friend meetups at Donadea Forest Park with Bark & Buddy Club!About this EventBark & Buddy Club - Donadea Forest ParkHey there, dog lovers! Join us in pers
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 11:30 am (+01:00)
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  - **Venue**: Donadea Forest Park
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: Meetups
- **Event Name**: Pete Kavanagh & Band
  - **Description**: We are delighted to announce Pete Kavanagh & Band will perform at McAuley Place Arts & Culture Centre on 
Saturday 18th April 2026. 
Doors at 7.30pm (Gig at 8pm)
Tickets: €15 All proceeds from this event go to McAuley Place Naas 

The band are Ba
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 07:00 pm (+01:00)
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  - **Venue**: McAuley Place Naas
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- **Event Name**: Athy Community Men's Shed Meeting
  - **Description**: A meeting for all shedders on Saturday, April 18th at 11am. A sub-committee will be established to organize trips to other sheds. All shedders must attend. Final reminder.
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 11:00 am (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kildare/athy-community-mens-shed-meeting/200029554875818
  - **Venue**: Athy Community Mens Shed
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## Trending Events in Kildare

- **Event Name**: Japfest 2026
  - **Description**: JAPFEST 2026. 20 YEARS IN. BACK AT MONDELLO PARK 🔰

📅 April 26th, 2026 | 🏁 Mondello Park | ⏰ 10AM – 6PM

For 20 years, Japfest has been the heartbeat of Japanese car culture in Ireland. In 2026, it returns to Mondello Park doing what it’s always done best
  - **Venue**: Mondello Park
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- **Event Name**: Red Bull Drift Masters 2026・Round 3・Ireland
  - **Description**: Ireland is next, and Mondello Park is ready to take things up another level. For 2026, Drift Masters and Red Bull are teaming up in a completely new way, bringing Red Bull Drift Pursuit into the heart of the Irish round for the first time and bringing a h
  - **Venue**: Mondello Park Racing Circuit, Naas, County Kildare, Ireland
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- **Event Name**: BIMMERFEST '26 Mondello Park Bank Holiday Monday 3rd August.  Ireland's largest event for BMW & Mini
  - **Description**: ➡️ BIMMERFEST '26 ⬅️
🗓️ August 3rd, 2026 | 🏁 Mondello Park | ⏰ 10AM - 5.30PM⁠
BIMMERFEST IS BACK! Last year's event was HUGE! This year we're going even bigger & better! BIMMERFEST is Ireland's largest event for BMW & Mini Cars & Bikes!
We hav
  - **Venue**: Mondello Park Racing Circuit, Naas, County Kildare, Ireland
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- **Event Name**: Mondello Action Day. Bank Holiday Monday 1st June
  - **Description**: ➡️  MONDELLO PARK ACTION DAY 2026! ⬅️

🗓️ June 1st, 2026 |  🏁 Mondello Park |   ⏰ 10AM - 6PM⁠

We’re excited to launch Mondello Park Action Day 2026! We have an incredible lineup of fun for all the family including on-track action from Drift cars, Superca
  - **Venue**: Mondello Park
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- **Event Name**: Darkness into Light Naas
  - **Description**: Naas racecourse 4:15am Saturday 9th May - please register - https://www.darknessintolight.ie/register/kildare/default
  - **Venue**: Naas Racecourse
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- **Event Name**: Bernard Casey in Clane
  - **Description**: Bernard Casey is an award-winning comedian and actor best known for his online sketches Polish Irish Barman, French Oral, Irish Listening Test and his character series Gossip and Nephew. 
Lately snippets from his stand-up shows and clips of Healy Rae voic
  - **Venue**: The Westgrove Hotel
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- **Event Name**: TriAthy 2026 - The XVIII Edition
  - **Description**: TriAthy returns for it's XVIII Edition on 30th May 2026.

Join us for another great day of triathlon action at www.triathy.com
  - **Venue**: Athy Waterways
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- **Event Name**: Mayhoots Comedy Festival
  - **Description**: Two days. 30+ shows. Ireland's best comedians come to Maynooth. Come join the fun and share a HOOT with us! https://www.maynoothcomedyfestival.com/
  - **Venue**: Maynooth, Co. Kildare
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- **Event Name**: Vladimir Jablokov - Up Close
  - **Description**: Experience an unforgettable evening of music with internationally acclaimed violinist Vladimir Jablokov at St Brigid’s Cathedral.About this EventVladimir Jablokov - Up CloseThe Kildare Derby F
  - **Venue**: St. Brigid's Cathedral Kildare Town
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Kildare?
  - **A:** Race 1 and 2  Mondello Park (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 11:00 pm at Mondello Park), Bark & Buddy Club - Donadea Forest Park (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:00 am at Donadea Forest Park), Pete Kavanagh & Band (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 07:00 pm at McAuley Place Naas), Athy Community Men's Shed Meeting (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 11:00 am at Athy Community Mens Shed).
- **Q**: What are the top free Weekend events in Kildare?
  - **A:** Bark & Buddy Club - Donadea Forest Park (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:00 am at Donadea Forest Park).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Kildare this weekend April 17–19, 2026?
  - **A:** Race 1 and 2  Mondello Park (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 11:00 pm at Mondello Park), Bark & Buddy Club - Donadea Forest Park (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:00 am at Donadea Forest Park), Pete Kavanagh & Band (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 07:00 pm at McAuley Place Naas), Athy Community Men's Shed Meeting (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 11:00 am at Athy Community Mens Shed).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Kildare in April 2026?
  - **A:** Race 1 and 2  Mondello Park (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 11:00 pm at Mondello Park), Bark & Buddy Club - Donadea Forest Park (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:00 am at Donadea Forest Park), Pete Kavanagh & Band (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 07:00 pm at McAuley Place Naas), Athy Community Men's Shed Meeting (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 11:00 am at Athy Community Mens Shed).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Kildare?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Kildare on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Kildare?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Kildare?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Kildare include Mondello Park, Donadea Forest Park, McAuley Place Naas.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Kildare?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Kildare include Future Classics Racing, Bark & Buddy Club, Pete Kavanagh Music.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Kildare?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Kildare.

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