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4-11 October 2025 - Promoting mental health & wellbeing in Kerry through fun and interactive events.

12/10/2026

THE 3 C's

Coffee, Chat & Connect
Event Details:
Date & time:
Tuesday 13 October, 1pm
Venue:
TORC FRC, Killarney, V93FD1H

Book online at kerrymentalhealthandwellbeingfest.com

10/10/2026

Today's the day! The 2026 Kerry Mental Health and Wellbeing Fest runs from Saturday 10th October to Saturday 17th October.
Over 350 events will be held during the week, across the county, in person and online. There is something for everyone – from walks, arts & crafts, workplace wellbeing to parenting information, mindfulness to volunteering information sessions, wellbeing workshops to seminars on grief and loss.
The Fest plays a central role in promoting a positive sense of wellbeing and has highlighted mental health services and supports which are available in the county.
All events are free. For full details on all the events and to register to attend, visit our website kerrymentalhealthandwellbeingfest.com or if you're having trouble booking online, contact 087-0061772.

09/10/2026

Firies Parent & Toddler

Firies Parent & Toddler Group connecting with the wider community to celebrate Kerry Mental Health & Wellbeing Fest 2026, connect with young families in your local community.

Special Event organised for this day - Ball Pit Play and Reading Corner, come and join the FUN. FREE Today!!
Event Details:
Date & time:
14 Oct @ 10:00 - 11:30
Venue:
Marian Hall, Firies, N/A
Organiser:
Castlemaine Family Resource Centre T/A Mainevalley FRC

09/10/2026

The Art of Self-Management: Practices from Yoga & Dao Traditions

Explore simple practices inspired by yoga and Dao traditions to cultivate greater balance, awareness, and self-regulation. Through breath, gentle movement, attention, and mindful practices, you’ll discover practical ways to support your emotional wellbeing and inner stability.
Event Details:
Date & time:
16 Oct @ 19:00 - 20:00
Venue:
KCYS, Killarney, V93 W0FH
Organiser: Oleksandr Kaplun

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09/10/2026

Dyslexia Essentials: Signs, Support and Next Steps

Catherine Mulvihill, Founder and CEO of The Dyslexia Centre of Excellence (DCE Dyslexia), a primary teacher with over 10 years of experience specialising in dyslexia education and support, will host an online workshop for parents, guardians and community workers. The session will explore the key signs of dyslexia, how it can present in children, the supports available, and practical next steps for families and those working with children.
Event Details:
Date & time:
15 Oct @ 19:00 - 20:15
Venue:
Online event
Organiser:
NEWKD

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09/10/2026

A DASH of Wellbeing: Talking about choices, alcohol, drugs, and s*x with your teen.

An interactive workshop for parents on having open and honest conversations with teenagers about s*xual health, alcohol and other drugs. We’ll explore how connection, listening and managing our own emotions can help us communicate better, build stronger relationships and support young people to make informed and safer choices
Event Details:
Date & time:
15 Oct @ 18:00 - 19:30
Venue:
Rahoonane Community Centre, Tralee, V92D9HF
Organiser:
HSE Drugs and Alcohol Services

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09/10/2026

Understanding Stress & Anxiety

This informative session explores what happens in our mind and body when we experience stress and anxiety, and why these responses can sometimes feel overwhelming. We will discuss the psychological perspective on these processes and explore practical methods of self-regulation.
Event Details:
Date & time:
14 Oct @ 19:00 - 20:00
Venue:
KCYS, Killarney, V93 W0FH
Organiser: Oleksandr Kaplun

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09/10/2026

Ceardlann Reifléacseolaíochta

Beidh Enhance Wellness ag reachtáil ceardlann chun blasadh de thraidisiún leighis na Síne a thabhairt dúinn. Bígí linn chun foghlaim fén reifléacseolaíocht agus conas is féidir í a shnoí isteach inár saol laethúil. Is í an Ghaelainn teanga na himeachta.
Event Details:
Date & time:
14 Oct @ 19:00 - 20:00
Venue:
Temperance Hall, Di**le, V92DV74
Organiser:
Dúchas an Daingin

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09/10/2026

Broken No More - rewriting the ending

"Broken No More" with Celtic Grace https://celticgracemusic.co.uk/

Join our dear friend and board member Paddy Creedon and friends, Eileen and David for their renowned performance of "Broken No More" - Broken No More is an impactful lived-experience case study that includes a person’s journey through addiction recovery and the links to intergenerational trauma covering six generations. Paddy Creedon, a recovery advocate, poet and the founder of Ireland’s Voices of Recovery will share his personal trauma and alcoholism recovery journey offering valuable insights into what is needed for healing. Paddy's extensive career includes many senior management roles in Healthcare at home and abroad. He held a pivotal role as a Clinic Manager at Ireland’s Smarmore Castle Private Clinic where he successfully navigated the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic whilst ensuring patients were treated with dignity and empathy whilst partaking in their addiction recovery programmes. Broken No More uses music, poetry, empathy and conveys a message of hope and healing. Here are some of the comments received from audiences attending a recent ‘Broken No More’ event in Northern Ireland: · Uplifting, sincere, insightful, very informative · Very Inspiring, provocative, enjoyable, · Thoughtful, emotional, enlightening, moving, · Music reflected the issues · Great stories, Poetry, Different · Brought up memories, Reflective, Rewarding Paddy’s close colleagues David and Eileen from Celtic Grace will provide a calming, live musical backdrop to the presentation.
Event Details:
Date & time:
11 Oct @ 19:30 - 21:00
Venue:
Maine Valley Family Resource Centre, Castlemaine, V93 R27

09/10/2026

Living with Depression & Beyond

Living with Depression & Beyond

In this module we will discuss the lived experience of Depression as well as the medical definition of Depression. We will also explore how we can live as full a life as possible, with or without, the symptoms of Depression.

The IRD Duhallow Wellbeing & Recovery College hosts its first outreach session on Tuesday October 13th in Tureencahill Community Centre. This session is free to attend and available to anyone over the age of 18.

For more information call 029 60633 or email [email protected]

Event Details:
Date & time:
13 Oct @ 10:00 - 13:00
Venue:
Tureencahill Community Centre, Tureencahill, P51 T663
Organiser:
IRD Duhallow

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