Leaves is an annual celebration of literature and music, culture and community run by the Laois Arts Office and the Laois County Library Service.

The festival returns to a host of venues throughout County Laois from November 6-9 with an inspiring and engaging programme of readings, workshops, films, panel discussions and live music. This year we are delighted to welcome one of the world’s greatest living poets, Paul Muldoon, to Portlaoise to perform alongside the masterful musical talents of Caoimhín Ó’Raghallaigh and Brendan Begley.

Other festival highlights this year include an evening with the inspirational duo Eleanor Mills and Barbara Scully who chat about empowerment of women in midlife and a wonderful night of words and music with writer Niall Williams and musician Mike Hanrahan.

Please note that the details of events listed above are provided by the relevant Local Authorities.