Carlow towns gear up for local shopping celebrations
Beat 102 103 will bring live broadcasts and family entertainment to Tullow and Bagenalstown over two November Saturdays. The initiative encourages residents and visitors to support independent businesses and the jobs they sustain.
Tullow and Bagenalstown will welcome music, family entertainment and local shopping celebrations as Beat 102 103 brings its outside broadcast to the two towns this November.
The Grá Days will take place from 12 noon on Saturday 14 November and Saturday 21 November, encouraging residents and visitors to explore independent shops, cafés, restaurants and services. The announcement does not specify which town will host each date.
The events are part of the Grá Carlow, Shop Local Shop Carlow and Jinglefest campaigns. Grá Carlow is a partnership between County Carlow Chamber, Carlow Tourism and Carlow County Council, promoting community pride and local employment.
Council Cathaoirleach Tommy Kinsella said: “Shopping locally strengthens our economy, sustains jobs and helps to ensure vibrant town centres for future generations.”
Chamber president Norah Ryan said choosing to shop locally, particularly during the festive season, meant investing directly in communities. Kieran Comerford, the council’s head of economic development and enterprise, said the partnership with Beat would help bring the town centres to life and showcase local businesses.