The Killarney Palestinian and wider Arabic community gathered recently to celebrate the end of Ramadan with an Eid event that raised €4,500 for humanitarian aid.

Held at Noelle’s Cafe in Old Market Lane, the ‘Taste of Palestine’ afternoon saw crowds fill the lane in bright sunshine. Attendees were served a range of traditional Palestinian dishes, including falafel, musakhan rolls, maqluba, hummus, and chocolate-covered dates.
A spokesperson for Killarney for Palestine highlighted the cultural significance of the event, stating that food represents a centuries-old connection to the land, identity, and memory. They noted that it is vital to reclaim and preserve the true origins of these traditional dishes.
The organisers expressed their gratitude to Noelle Crosbie and Taher Ali of Noelle’s Cafe for hosting and facilitating the fundraiser.
The total of €4,500 raised will directly benefit six displaced families in the Gaza Strip currently supported by the group. The funds will also assist with the ongoing running costs of Killarney for Palestine as they continue to organise local community events.

Killarney for Palestine raises €4,500 at ‘Taste of Palestine’ event

The Killarney Palestinian and wider Arabic community gathered recently to celebrate the end of Ramadan with an Eid event that raised €4,500 for humanitarian aid.

Held at Noelle’s Cafe in Old Market Lane, the ‘Taste of Palestine’ afternoon saw crowds fill the lane in bright sunshine. Attendees were served a range of traditional Palestinian dishes, including falafel, musakhan rolls, maqluba, hummus, and chocolate-covered dates.
A spokesperson for Killarney for Palestine highlighted the cultural significance of the event, stating that food represents a centuries-old connection to the land, identity, and memory. They noted that it is vital to reclaim and preserve the true origins of these traditional dishes.
The organisers expressed their gratitude to Noelle Crosbie and Taher Ali of Noelle’s Cafe for hosting and facilitating the fundraiser.
The total of €4,500 raised will directly benefit six displaced families in the Gaza Strip currently supported by the group. The funds will also assist with the ongoing running costs of Killarney for Palestine as they continue to organise local community events.

Killarney will take centre stage this Easter Saturday as the town hosts the start of the second stage of the 2026 Dornan Rás Mumhan.

Cycling fans and locals are expected to gather in large numbers to witness the departure of over 170 elite riders for what is widely considered the “Queen Stage” of the international race.
The official stage start is set for the Gap of Dunloe road on Saturday morning. From there, the international peloton, including teams from Norway, the Netherlands, Portugal, and Britain, will head toward the challenging Bealach Oisín. The route will take the riders across the Iveragh Peninsula and onto the Skellig Ring, before a dramatic finish in Portmagee later that afternoon.
Race Director John Breen said that the event continues to be a proving ground for future World Tour stars, following in the footsteps of 2019 winner Ben Healy. “The unpredictability and the unforgiving terrain of these Kerry roads make it a massive test for the riders,” Breen said.
Local supporters are encouraged to come out early to the Gap of Dunloe road to support the riders before they tackle the mountain passes of South Kerry.

Killarney to host spectacular Saturday morning start for Rás Mumhan