Summer Solstice 2025
Experience the magic of midsummer at Lough Gur, one of Ireland’s most sacred and storied landscapes. Join us on Saturday, June 21st and Sunday, June 22nd, 2025, for a celebration of the Summer Solstice, a time when nature, myth, and community come together in the light of the longest days of the year.
Why the Summer Solstice Matters at Lough Gur
Lough Gur, located in County Limerick, is home to Grange Stone Circle, Ireland’s largest and one of its most astronomically significant. The site is aligned with the rising sun during the summer solstice, a tradition that dates back over 5,000 years. It’s here that ancient communities once gathered to honour the sun — and today, that spirit lives on.
Whether you're drawn by history, nature, or spiritual reflection, Lough Gur is a powerful place to experience the solstice in Ireland.
What's Happening:
Saturday, 21st June - Solstice Market (10am to 2pm)
Lough Gur Lakeshore Park: Celebrating the best in our local crafters and producers.
(There are still some spaces for vendors - email info@loughgur.com if interested)
Saturday 21st June - Long Walk on the Long Evening (6pm)
Lough Gur Lakeshore Park: A yearly tradition for both locals and visitors alike. A rare chance to experience the real beauty of Lough Gur's magical landscape.
Bookings via info@loughgur.com
Sunday 22nd June - Áine, Goddess, Fairy Queen, or Banshee? (3pm - 4pm)
Lough Gur Visitor Centre: A talk on Áine and how she has maintained a presence on the landscape across the millennia.
€5 per ticket - available through Eventbrite.
Whether you're drawn by history, nature, or spiritual reflection, Lough Gur is a powerful place to experience the solstice in Ireland.
