Durrow Scarecrow Festival
The Durrow Scarecrow Festival is an annual event held in the beautiful Georgian village of Durrow, County Laois, Ireland. The festival celebrates the art of scarecrow making and attracts thousands of visitors from near and far. Here's a brief overview of what you can expect during the festival, which runs from July 28th to August 5th, 2024. 1. Scarecrow Displays: Throughout the festival, the village streets and open spaces come alive with imaginative and creative scarecrow displays, most of which will be vying for the title of ‘Overall Winner’ in the All-Ireland Scarecrow Championships, which is hosted by the event. It's a sight to behold as you wander through the village, discovering the creativity and ingenuity behind each unique scarecrow. 2. Scarecrow Village: The heart of the festival is the Scarecrow Village, where you'll find a central hub of activities and entertainment. This is the perfect place to bring the kids, enjoy live music, Jeca The Clown, Wobbly Circus,...
