Living Earth Festival

The Bealtaine Living Earth Festival celebrates biodiversity and natural heritage in the South-East of Ireland.

This 20th edition runs this year from the 18th to 26th May 2024.

Look at the Events

Collection of Resources

Collection of Resources

Check out these experiments, outdoor activities and informative guides for adults and families to raise awareness of biodiversity and appreciation of our natural heritage, with many thanks to the National Parks and Wildlife Service for sharing.

Experiments

At-home experiments to investigate plants.

Craft

Outdoor and indoor activities to learn about and celebrate the biodiversity around us.

Information

Posters and information about animals, plants and natural sites to explore.

Bealtaine Living Earth Festival

derives its name from the ancient Celtic festival of Bealtaine when our ancient ancestors were by great necessity bound to the seasons and moods of the Earth and in May celebrated the rebirth of life. This festival introduces people to the wonders of our planet at the start of the summer so they can continue to enjoy and explore throughout the summer. Look back at the previous festivals in pictures.

About the festival

Thanks to our sponsors and partners, many of our festival events are free; and we are able to share resources.