International Womens Day 2026 Give to Gain
2026-03-08 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London)
This year for International Women’s Day 2026, CMHA want to say a massive thank you to local choir director Mary Amond O’Brien and writer Maria O’Rourke for sharing their time and wisdom with us. In a special series of conversations with CMHA member Catherine Horan, they dive into this year’s IWD theme: Give to Gain.
They explore how their unique professions have empowered them, the resilience they’ve built along the way, and their personal insights on protecting mental health. Set your reminders for March 8th: 10:00 AM: Mary Amond O’Brien’s conversation goes online. 12:00 PM: Maria O’Rourke’s conversation follows. Join us on our social platforms to hear these inspiring stories of strength and empowerment.

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CMHA St. Patrick Day Beermat Promotion
2026-03-17
Opening Conversations this St. Patricks Day. Carlow Mental Health Association are going to be providing Beermats again this year for the pubs of County Carlow. If your out and about in any of the public houses and see our beermats, Take a creative photo (with your drink, your friends or just the mat), post to the socials with the Hashtags #CMHA #MentalHealthAwareness

Luna's First Parade St. Patricks Day
2026-03-17 13:30 - 17:00
For those heading out to see Luna and the rest of the festivities, here is what you need to know about the 2026 Carlow Town St. Patrick’s Day Parade:
Tuesday, 17th March 2026. The festival begins at 1:30 PM with live music at the Liberty Tree, and the parade officially kicks off at 3:00 PM. Starting at the junction of Kennedy Avenue and Burrin Street, the parade will travel past the viewing stage on Kennedy Avenue, turn onto Barrack Street, continue through Shamrock Plaza, and follow Tullow Street down to Castle Hill. A sensory-friendly zone will be located on Barrack Street to ensure the event is accessible for everyone. After the floats finish, the celebration continues at the Potato Market with live music and entertainment until 5:30 PM.
For support and mental health resources, you can visit the Carlow Mental Health Association website to see where Luna will be heading next on her tour of the county.

Johnny Gleeson and Friends
2026-03-27 20:00 - 22:00 | St. Mary’s Church, St. Mary's Church of Ireland Church, Church Street, Carlow, Carlow, R93 YW77, Ireland
Come join us for a wonderful evenings entertainment. Local renowned musician Johnny Gleeson and friends provide the music and chat in St. Mary’s Church on February 27th at 8:00pm. All Proceeds go to Carlow Mental Health Association.
TICKETS available from eventbrite at Johnny Gleeson and Friends, through the QR Code on posters, on the Door or Rev Paul (086) 4113989. Tickets are €15:00
