# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Leaves Festival of Writing & Music
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 04 Nov, 2025 at 07:00 am – Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Autumn in Laois would not be the same without the Leaves Festival; the annual celebration of literature and music presented by Laois Arts Office and Laois Libraries. As we embrace winter and the shorter evenings Leaves provides an inspirational forum to engage with authors and books, stimulating discussions and conversation, music and song.

This year’s programme runs from November 4-8 and promises to transport you on a literary journey encompassing a multitude of genres, including crime, memoir, romance  and short stories.

We are delighted to host an evening that celebrates the life of Mary Lavin; highly regarded as a pioneer in the world of women’s literature. Focussing on her relationship with the New Yorker, the evening will welcome contributions from her two granddaughters Alice Ryan and Kathleen McMahon. 

Roisin O’Donnell is this year’s One County One Books novelist; her packed programme of events will culminate in an interview with Lisa Harding facilitated by Miriam O’Callaghan. 

The acclaimed RTE Spoken Stories series will be presented with a distinct Laois flavour as well known Laois voices that include Claire Byrne and Evelyn Cusack will take to the stage to read from these stories.

A full and vibrant programme of readings, talks, music, film and spoken word is in store and we  look forward to welcoming you along to immerse yourself in this diverse and wonderful countywide celebration of literature and music.  Bookings via Dunamaise Box Office. T: 057 866 3355
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/laois/leaves-festival-of-writing-and-music/200029150190103
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, festivals, music-festivals, business, entertainment, spoken-word
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 13

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Laois
- **state**: LS
- **country**: Ireland
- **location**: Portlaoise, Portlaoise, County Offaly, Ireland
- **lat**: 53.1631
- **long**: -7.2063
- **full address**: Portlaoise, Portlaoise, County Offaly, Ireland, 2 Bog Road, Portlaoise, County Offaly, R32 X9X5, Ireland, Laois

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Leaves Festival of Writing & Music being held?
  - **A:** Leaves Festival of Writing & Music takes place on Tue, 04 Nov, 2025 at 07:00 am to Sat, 08 Nov, 2025 at 10:00 pm at Portlaoise, Portlaoise, County Offaly, Ireland, 2 Bog Road, Portlaoise, County Offaly, R32 X9X5, Ireland, Laois.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Leaves Festival of Writing & Music?
  - **A:** Leaves Festival of Writing & Music is organized by Laois Libraries.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Leaves Festival of Writing & Music is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Laois, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Leaves Festival of Writing & Music sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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