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Hopes that Killarney will celebrate Ukraine’s day of Independence

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By Sean Moriarty

The Ukrainian community in Killarney hope to celebrate their country’s Independence Day on August 24 with a range of cultural events.

CELEBRATION: The Ukraine community in Killarney has enjoyed Irish culture events - now they want to share their culture with locals

This year Ukraine will celebrate the 31st Anniversary of its Independence from the former USSR following a declaration of Independence on August 24 1991 and backed up by referendum in December the same year.

Killarney is home to an estimated 1,500 Ukrainians and the number is set to grow in the coming weeks.

There are over 3,000 Ukrainians in Kerry with most of them based in either the Killarney or South Kerry area.

Killarney-based Ukrainians are seeking the help of local politicians and townspeople so they can mark their Independence day later this month.

They hope to put on a range of cultural events and many locally based Ukrainians will dress in traditional costumes and (if a permit is granted) parade through the streets of Killarney.

“This year we will celebrate the 31st anniversary of the independence of our country and for the first time we will celebrate it outside it's borders. We are now under your protection and guardianship, both of the country and of the people. Every day we feel your support and we really appreciate it,” said Natalya Krasnenkova who has written to a number of local politicians seeking permission to run an event.

“That is why we want to spend the Independence Day of Ukraine together with the Killarney community and introduce you to our traditions and culture.”

They hope to run an amateur concert by Ukrainians who are currently in Killarney, show a Ukrainian film with English subtitles and a craft fair.

“Also, we would like to involve all public and official institutions like city hall, banks, post office, and bars so that for one day, on August 24, they would place Ukrainian flags in their windows and on the streets. We want to be part of your community and will be happy to introduce local people to our country.”

If you can help or want to get involved email sean@killarneyadvertiser.ie and information will be passed on to the event organisers.

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Killarney for Palestine film screening

Killarney for Palestine recently held a sold-out screening of the Oscar-winning documentary ‘No Other Land’ at the West End School of Arts, raising €2,100 for Camp Breakerz. The event, which […]

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Killarney for Palestine recently held a sold-out screening of the Oscar-winning documentary ‘No Other Land’ at the West End School of Arts, raising €2,100 for Camp Breakerz.

The event, which took place on July 3, included two screenings, both of which were fully booked. Guests enjoyed cheese and wine before the shows.
‘No Other Land’ depicts the ongoing destruction in Masafer Yatta, a cluster of villages in the Southern West Bank, and shows the experiences of Palestinians under Israeli occupation. The film won in the Best Documentary category at this year’s Academy Awards.
The screenings were organised in association with the West End School of Arts.
All proceeds from the €25 tickets benefited Camp Breakerz Crew, a children’s charity based in Gaza that provides creative outlets through dance and is involved in food distribution programs in Nuseirat Camp and Deir-Al-Balah due to food shortages.
Sally MacMonagle, who recently spent time in Aida Refugee Camp in Bethlehem, also spoke at one of the screenings.

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Bid to host European Presidency summit meetings gathers pace

Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Tourism, Michael Cahill TD, has highlighted Killarney’s suitability to host summit meetings of international Government Ministers during Ireland’s six-month European Presidency tenure in 2026. Deputy Cahill […]

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Fianna Fáil Spokesperson on Tourism, Michael Cahill TD, has highlighted Killarney’s suitability to host summit meetings of international Government Ministers during Ireland’s six-month European Presidency tenure in 2026.

Deputy Cahill believes Kerry’s available accommodation, food, and conference facilities are “second to none,” with Killarney as the central location.
“Visitors from every corner of the earth have been coming to Kerry for centuries now, to experience its beauty and serenity and have returned on many occasions because of the fabulous time they have enjoyed during their stay here,” said Deputy Cahill. “Where else would you want to bring the senior Government Ministers of all of our EU counterpart states, to experience Ireland, its customs and heritage?”
The Rossbeigh TD outlined various attractions available for visitors during downtime: “During their downtime, they can visit the Blaskets and Slea Head, Sceilg Mhichíl and the Ring of Kerry, Killarney’s Lakes, Gap of Dunloe, National Park and Sliabh Luachra, all of our glorious beaches from Ballybunion to Rossbeigh, Kells to Ventry, Whitestrand to Inch, Ballinskelligs to Cromane, Waterville to Derrynane.” He also cited Kerry’s golf courses, Listowel Writers Week, the Rose of Tralee, and Puck Fair as potential experiences.
Deputy Cahill confirmed he has raised this matter with An Taoiseach, Micheál Martin; An Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Simon Harris; and Minister of State for European Affairs, Thomas Byrne.
“If Killarney’s bid is successful in bringing the Heads of State to our county for meetings, conferences and functions, it will be a massive boost to the local economy in Killarney and also throughout the county,” added Cahill.”Iwill continue to push in the coming months for Killarney and Kerry to be included as bases for the rounds of meetings that are to take place from July 1 to December 312026.”

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