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Kilrush Genealogy Conference 2026: From the Great Famine to the 1926 Census

9 to 11 October 2026Ticketed

A genealogy weekend in Kilrush connects research into the Great Famine with the newly released 1926 census.

MyMap visitor guide · Sources checked 22 September 2026

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When
9 to 11 October 2026
Where
Kilrush, Kilrush
Entry
Ticketed. Listed price: €180. Check booking options and fees with the provider.
Kind
Heritage

The experience

Speakers include archive specialists, family historians and DNA researchers, with one-to-one consultations available. Optional excursions and a closing dinner accompany the talks, while a historical walk and traditional music session are free elements.

Sources: Kilrush and District Historical Society

Before you go

The conference runs from 9 to 11 October and is held in person, with no livestream planned. Book conference attendance and optional activities separately where required. Bus Éireann route 336 links Kilrush with Ennis, where onward rail connections are available.

Sources: Kilrush and District Historical Society

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Tickets and entry

Ticketed. Listed price: €180. Check booking options and fees with the provider.

Fáilte Ireland Open Data, imported 22 September 2026

Booking happens on the organiser’s own site: kilrushgenealogyconference.geektickets.ie. This site does not sell tickets and holds no information about whether any are left.

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The nearest scheduled stop is Aldi Kilrush (10908), 230 m away in a straight line. Use the planner to check walking connections for your journey.

  • Aldi Kilrush 230 m
    buses 335 and 339
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  • Kilrush 300 m
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  • Vandeleur Garden 1.2 km
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Programme and visiting details are based on the sources below, checked on the dates shown. The original listing was supplied by Fáilte Ireland under CC BY 4.0. For changes to the programme or ticket availability, follow the organiser’s official link.

  • Fáilte Ireland Open Data · imported 22 September 2026
    Venue, dates, entry details and official links imported from the Events dataset under CC BY 4.0. Source descriptions are not republished.
  • Kilrush and District Historical Society · read 22 September 2026
    Programme and visiting details used to write the MyMap visitor guide.

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