Spirit of Kildare Awards 2026
Kildare County Council and the Brigid – Spirit of Kildare Festival 2026 are delighted to announce the launch of the Spirit of Kildare Awards 2026, a new initiative celebrating the individuals and groups who embody Brigid’s values through their contributions to community life across Kildare.
Taking place as part of the Brigid – Spirit of Kildare Festival 2026, the awards will shine a spotlight on people and organisations whose actions, creativity, and commitment have made a meaningful difference to others. The ceremony will also include a Lifetime Achievement Award, recognising an individual or group who has helped place Kildare on the national or international stage.
The Spirit of Kildare Awards 2026 will recognise contributions across a range of categories, including:
- Local Heritage and Biodiversity
- Contribution to local Community Life
- Youth Contribution
- Environmental Awards
- Contribution to the Arts
- Sports Achievement Award
- Woman in Leadership
Groups or individuals may be nominated in one or more categories; however, a separate nomination form must be completed for each category entered. Please review Terms and Conditions of the Awards prior to commencing nomination process below:
Spirit of Kildare Awards Booklet
Closing date December 04th 2025 @ 5 PM
To begin the nomination process, please click on the appropriate category from the options below:
For further information on the Brigid festival, please visit the Brigid, Spirit of Kildare website at the below link: