The Brehon Hotel and Spa marked its 20th birthday with a grand celebration on the Brehon Lawn. The event brought together family, friends and previous guests, creating an atmosphere of joy and nostalgia.

Ella McCarthy and Andrea Whelan enjoying their Muckross Ice Cream at the Brehon Hotel 20th Celebrations in The Brehon Killarney on Sunday. Photo by Michelle Cooper Galvin

Stella Hughes with Chloe and Sadie Rahilly Scartaglen playing with the Bubbles at the Brehon Hotel 20th Anniversary celebrations at The Brehon Killarney on Sunday. Photo by Michelle Cooper Galvin

Svetlana Nurmahambetova Anastasia Liraze Maya Liraze Ryan Marcus and Laura Kizjalo enjoying the Brehon Hotel 20th Anniversary celebrations at The Brehon Killarney on Sunday. Photo by Michelle Cooper Galvin

The highlight of the celebration was a mindFULL chat with Dermot Whelan, renowned for his expertise in mindfulness and well-being.

Dermot's engaging session offered valuable insights and practical tips for leading a more mindful life, captivating the audience with his wisdom and humour.

The festivities continued with DJ Donal spinning great tunes that had the children dancing and enjoying themselves throughout the day.

The music provided a lively backdrop for the celebration, ensuring that the younger guests were thoroughly entertained. Later in the afternoon, there was a captivating showcase from Kinsale Mead.

Adding to the vibrant atmosphere, Polka 4 took to the stage to get the foot tapping and blood flowing with their vigorous arrangements, mixing local polkas and slides with jigs, reels and songs.

The band’s arrangements breathe new life into these time-honoured melodies, infusing them with their unique interpretations while preserving the essence of the traditional tunes.

Attendees included not only family and friends but also many previous guests who have cherished their stays at The Brehon Hotel and Spa over the past two decades. The event was a wonderful opportunity to reconnect and celebrate the memories and milestones that have shaped the hotel's rich history.

" We are immensely proud to celebrate our 20th birthday with such a wonderful gathering of people who have been a part of our journey," said Neil Grant, General Manager of The Brehon Hotel & Spa.

"This milestone is a testament to the dedication of our staff and the loyalty of our guests. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our local suppliers — Muckross Creamery, Skellig Six 18, Killarney Brewing and Distilling, and Kinsale Mead — whose exceptional contributions have made our celebration truly special. We look forward to continuing to provide exceptional experiences for many more years to come.”