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Foster carers from across County Clare were honoured for their outstanding dedication and service at a special Civic Reception held at Áras Contae an Chláir, Ennis, on Friday evening (16 May 2025).

In a significant boost to tourism in West Clare, Cappagh has regained the Blue Flag status it lost in 2023 and is one of nine Clare beaches to receive the coveted award for 2025.

Milford Care Centre has been chosen as the beneficiary of this year’s Cliffs of Moher Community Charity Fun Day, which will feature a host of family entertainment including live music and dancing, singing, face painting, and spot prizes.

Cruinniú na nÓg, a national day dedicated to free creative opportunities for children and young people under 18, returns to Clare this June 7, with a vibrant lineup of workshops and performances designed to unlock the creative potential of our youth.

A series of biodiversity events will take place across County Clare as part of National Biodiversity Week, which runs from Friday, May 16 to Sunday, May 25, 2025.

Clare Arts Office in conjunction with Clare Museum is delighted to present ‘Changing Tides’ an Art Exhibition by Julie O’Gorman. Taking place in the Clare Museum, the exhibition will run from May 19 to June 21, inclusive.

Clare County Council has become the longest continuously accredited local authority in the country after securing re-accreditation for a further three years with Engineers Ireland’s Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Accredited Employer Standard.

A new hop-on, hop-off shuttle bus service connecting towns, villages, and top visitor attractions across North and West Clare has been officially launched.

Craggaunowen will echo to the sound of clashing steel this May Bank Holiday Weekend (Saturday, 3 May, and Sunday, 4 May) as fearsome Norse warriors take over the historic County Clare site, transforming it into a bustling Viking village.