Sneem Festivals: Where Community, Culture, and Celebration Converge!
At Sneem Festivals, we are dedicated to fostering a sense of community and joy through our diverse array of events and celebrations. Nestled in the picturesque village of Sneem, County Kerry, our festivals embody the spirit of Ireland, combining rich traditions with modern entertainment to create unforgettable experiences for all.
Sneem International Storytelling & Folklore Festival
“Our Festival started because Batt Burns had a dream … to hold a festival in his hometown of Sneem with folklore and storytelling being the main themes.
A group of three, Batt, Jim and Grahame initially got together to explore this idea and after a while Rosie joined the happy band. This was back in 2011 and in 2012 our inaugural festival was opened by Jimmy Deenihan TD, Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht.
Our first festival was a success and over the years we have gone from strength to strength with the support of Failte Ireland, Kerry County Council and our fabulous volunteers. Since we started we have also had the support of Sneem Hotel and all the public houses that we use for various events also Sneem Development.
In 2013 Batt came up with the idea of having a special concert for young people who want to tell stories; they were called “The Young Tellers”. It has become one of the most successful events in our festival.
Our professional Storytellers have come from the USA, Wales, Scotland, and of course Ireland.”