Hundreds of climate activists from all over the world gathered in the lush surroundings of Ballintubbert House in Laois this week for a unique two day Climate Carnival. With Laois County Council as host sponsor, speakers such as Blindboy, Dr Tara Shine, Anja Murray, Hector Ó hEochagáin and Darina Allen combined with performers like Liam Ó Maonlaí, Jerry Fish and comedian Diane O'Connor to stir audiences into action. The Leinster Express / Laois Live was there to capture these images, with additional photos courtesy of Annie Holland. The event kicks off a month long Climate Action Festival across Laois. Laois County Council Cathaoirleach Cllr Barry Walsh, Cllr Padraig Fleming, Suzanne Dempsey and Kevin Manning Laois County Council.

placeholder image — Hundreds of climate activists from all over the world gathered in the lush surroundings of Ballintubbert House in Laois this week for a unique two day Climate Carnival. With Laois County Council as host sponsor, speakers such as Blindboy, Dr Tara Shine, Anja Murray, Hector Ó hEochagáin and Darina Allen combined with performers like Liam Ó Maonlaí, Jerry Fish and comedian Diane O'Connor to stir audiences into action. The Leinster Express / Laois Live was there to capture these images, with additional photos courtesy of Annie Holland. The event kicks off a month long Climate Action Festival across Laois. Laois County Council Cathaoirleach Cllr Barry Walsh, Cllr Padraig Fleming, Suzanne Dempsey and Kevin Manning Laois County Council.

PICTURES: International and Laois climate activists gather at Climate Carnival

By Lynda Kiernan

Reporter

Published 1st Oct 2025, 20:33 BST

Updated 9th Oct 2025, 16:25 BST

Blindboy Boatclub, Hector, Jerry Fish and Darina Allen among celebs at Ballintubbert House

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David Murphy, Erinn Innovation and Conor Mooney, Bord na Móna at their Peatlands and People project which aims to build a 'regenerative park' in Laois or Offaly, replant spaghnum mosses in bogs, and support companies improving their sustainability.

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Polly Love and Deirdre MacQuaile at their Indian Street Food stall.

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Patricia Fallon, Meadhbh Bolger from Ballinakill and and Susan Garrett, Heritage Council.

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Daniel Callen with Darina Allen, Ballymaloe Organic Farm School.

PICTURES: International and Laois climate activists gather at Climate Carnival

Blindboy Boatclub, Hector, Jerry Fish and Darina Allen among celebs at Ballintubbert House

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