This is Cavan

This is Cavan THIS IS CAVAN! Official info on holidays in County Cavan - special offers, events, walks, heritage, This is a place away from it all - but not that far away.

CAVAN is the beautiful land of lakes in the middle of our island, but there’s so much more to find here.

Ever wanted to brew your own beer?🍺Celebrate International Beer Day on Friday 7 August with Brew School at Bréifne Gael ...
30/07/2026

Ever wanted to brew your own beer?🍺

Celebrate International Beer Day on Friday 7 August with Brew School at Bréifne Gael Brewing Company in Cavan.

This hands-on brewing session takes you through the process of making beer, grain to glass, inside a working local brewery.

You’ll learn about malt, hops, yeast, water, recipes, fermentation and the small choices that shape flavour. There will be tastings along the way, and you can collect a few bottles of your own beer once it is ready.

No experience needed. Just curiosity and an interest in good local beer.

Session details:
Friday 7 August
6pm–10pm
Bréifne Gael Brewing Company, Cavan
€60 per person
Limited spaces

If you are not able to make this session, do check out the webiste https://breifnegaelbrewing.ie/brew-school for future learning experiances with the school. This link cintains info on bookings, times and location

What would you most like to learn about brewing?

For full details, call 085 132 5552 or visit www.breifnegaelbrewing.ie

Find more events, activities and places to visit across Cavan at https://thisiscavan.ie/

An exciting weekend in Ballyconnell!🎶Ballyconnell Festival returns from Thursday 30 July to Monday 3 August 2026, bringi...
28/07/2026

An exciting weekend in Ballyconnell!🎶

Ballyconnell Festival returns from Thursday 30 July to Monday 3 August 2026, bringing a full weekend of music, entertainment and family fun to the town.

Expect live music, a quiz night, tea party, fair day, pet show, kids’ tractor run, fire station tour, family activities and more across the August Bank Holiday weekend 🎡🎤

There’s a great line-up too, with Derek Ryan, Rhythm & Sticks, DJ Paul Corrigan and plenty more on the bill.

For details, see images attached. For further information please visit the Ballyconnell Festival page!

What are you most looking forward to this year: the music, the fair day or the family fun?

Find more events, activities and places to visit across Cavan at https://thisiscavan.ie/

🐟 Meet the European PerchWith its bold dark stripes and vibrant red fins, the European perch is one of the most distinct...
28/07/2026

🐟 Meet the European Perch

With its bold dark stripes and vibrant red fins, the European perch is one of the most distinctive and recognisable fish found in Cavan's lakes and waterways.

Perch are widespread throughout County Cavan and provide exciting sport on light tackle, making them a favourite with both experienced anglers and those new to fishing. Their willingness to take a lure or bait and their energetic fight make every catch a memorable one.

Whether you're fishing from the bank or exploring Cavan's waters by boat, keep an eye out for this colourful freshwater predator on your next visit.

Planning your next fishing adventure?

📖 Download the FREE This is Cavan Angling Guide.

🎣 Find out more about angling in Cavan:
https://thisiscavan.ie/things-to-do/fishing/

Killeshandra is ready for the August Bank Holiday 🌊Festival of the Lakes 2026 returns from Wednesday 29 July to Monday 3...
27/07/2026

Killeshandra is ready for the August Bank Holiday 🌊

Festival of the Lakes 2026 returns from Wednesday 29 July to Monday 3 August, with a full programme across the lakeside village.

Annual Festival for all ages - celebrating Killeshandra’s community spirit and showcasing some of what this beautiful lakeside village has to offer. Music, fun, nature walks, water sports, entertainment an family fun day are just some of the activities on offer.

All friends of the community welcome!

Keep an eye on the programme for bingo, trad sessions, busking, nature walks, workshops, raft races, family activities, a dog show and live music across the weekend.

All details attached via images. For more information visit Killeshandra Festival of the Lakes page.

Have you been before? What was it like?

Find more events, activities and places to visit across Cavan at https://thisiscavan.ie/

25 years of the Breffni 3 Province Challenge ‍♂️🏃‍♀️The Breffni 3 Province Challenge returns for its 25th anniversary.Pa...
25/07/2026

25 years of the Breffni 3 Province Challenge ‍♂️🏃‍♀️

The Breffni 3 Province Challenge returns for its 25th anniversary.

Participants can choose from 7 routes across Ulster, Connacht and Leinster, making it one of the most varied challenge events in Ireland.

Funds raised will support The Friends of St Luke’s Dublin, the National Breast Cancer Research Institute Galway, and the Cavan/Monaghan Cancer Homecare Association.

Over the years, this event has raised more than €1 million for cancer organisations, thanks to the people who take part and the volunteers who bring it all together💚

Registration is best done online but you can register in person at the pack collection point on Friday July 31 or Sat Aug 1.

Once you are registered, your race pack will be put together and available for collection in St. Patricks Hall, Arva on:
Friday 31st July from 7pm to 9pm,
Saturday 1st August from 8am to 12.30pm

For more information please visit http://www.breffni3provincechallenge.com/ or visit their page

Have you ever done a charity challenge?

Find more events, activities and places to visit across Cavan at https://thisiscavan.ie/

Ballyconnell Festival during the August Bank Holiday!Ballyconnell Festival 2026 returns from Thursday 30 July to Monday ...
23/07/2026

Ballyconnell Festival during the August Bank Holiday!

Ballyconnell Festival 2026 returns from Thursday 30 July to Monday 3 August, with a packed weekend of live music, family fun, pub entertainment, fair day activities, a duck race, tractor runs and more.

Look out for Derek Ryan, Rhythm & Sticks, fair day on Main Street, the Family Fun Day at O’Raghallaigh Park, and plenty happening across the town🎡🎤

So much fun to come! Make sure to save the dates:

Date: July 30th - August 3rd
Locations and times: See the list attached or visit Ballyconnells page Festival

What part of a festival weekend do you always look forward to most?

Find more events, activities and places to visit across Cavan at https://thisiscavan.ie

Walk through history in Ballyjamesduff🎖️Cavan County Museum is home to the largest outdoor replica World War One trench ...
22/07/2026

Walk through history in Ballyjamesduff🎖️

Cavan County Museum is home to the largest outdoor replica World War One trench open to the public in Ireland and the UK.

At over 350 metres long, the trench includes frontline, communication and support trenches, with sound and visual effects that help visitors understand life in the trenches during World War One.

It forms part of the wider WWI exhibition at Cavan County Museum, where you can also explore galleries on Cavan history, Clough Oughter Castle, the GAA, folk life, Celtic art and more.

The museum also has a playground, gardens, shop, tea rooms and coach parking, making it a strong stop for families, groups and anyone interested in Irish history.

Would you like to visit our famous museum?

Find more heritage sites, attractions and places to visit across Cavan at https://thisiscavan.ie/

10 stunning towns to visit in County Cavan🌿All across the county, there are places that show just how much nature we hav...
21/07/2026

10 stunning towns to visit in County Cavan🌿

All across the county, there are places that show just how much nature we have to enjoy.

1. Killeshandra has stunning lake views with the Clough Oughter Castle.
2. Kingscourt has the lush woodland trails of Dún a Rí Forest Park.
3. Virginia with peaceful Lough Ramor and marina views.
4. Ballyconnell has the calm waters of Brackley Lake.
5. Belturbet has the boat-perfect Shannon-Erne Waterway Blueway.
6. Blacklion has the ancient landscape of Cavan Burren Park
7. Bailieborough has refreshing Castle Lake.
8. Lough Gowna has amazing open waters and peaceful shores.
9. Cootehill has heart-warming Erica's Fairy Forest Official for a family day out.
10. Butlersbridge has Cavan Adventure Centre for time on the water 🚣

Which Cavan nature spot would you visit first?

Find more walks, outdoor activities and places to explore across Cavan at https://thisiscavan.ie/

21/07/2026

✨ 𝐂𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬’ 𝐄𝐲𝐞𝐬

What do visitors really think of Cavan?

We asked people visiting the county for their thoughts and their answers say it all.

They described Cavan as relaxed, welcoming, beautiful, peaceful and picturesque.

From wooded walks and quiet lakes to great hotels, local pubs, fishing, paddleboarding, canoeing and family-friendly water sports, visitors found plenty to enjoy and plenty of reasons to come back.

As one visitor put it, Cavan is “quiet, peaceful, serene”. Another called it “absolutely gorgeous”.

And the verdict?

They would recommend it.

Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventure, a relaxing break, beautiful scenery or somewhere that feels warm and welcoming, Cavan might just be the perfect place to be.

📍 Cavan Through Visitors’ Eyes
🗺️ Plan your visit to Cavan at www.ThisisCavan.ie

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